Computer Operation/1-5

Program Overview:

The Computer Operation/1-5 courses were designed to introduce students to the Microsoft (MS) Office software suite. The MS Office Suite is a collection of applications produced by MS and bundled together to provide a common user interface throughout each application. Each software enables users to create, format, revise, collaborate, and share files quickly across multiple devices. The MS Office applications that are covered in the courses include Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. In addition, aside from learning the MS Office Suite, students will also obtain soft skills (i.e., customer service, resume preparation, proper interviewing techniques), computer terminology, concepts & history throughout their training.


Course Title: Computer Operation/1: Foundations (90 Hours)


Brief Course Description:


Basic computer operations, the computer and its parts, computer operating systems, word processing, file management, internet applications, email, computer ethics and security, viruses and spyware protection, and soft skills. 


Cost of Tuition: Free

Cost of books and supplies: Under $100

Financial Aid may be available: See Advisor

Course Prerequisites: STEP Orientation

Reading assessment | CASAS GOALS Reading score of 228

Math Assessment | No

STEP Orientation | Yes


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Course Title: Computer Operation/2: Applications (90 Hours)


Brief Course Description:


Computer programs application, techniques for word processing and electronic spreadsheets, and an orientation to employability skills. 


Cost of Tuition: Free

Cost of books and supplies: Under $100

Financial Aid may be available: See Advisor

Course Prerequisites: Completion of Computer Operation/1: Foundations

Reading assessment | Not applicable

Math Assessment | Not applicable

STEP Orientation | Not applicable


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Course Title: Computer Operation/3: Database Management (90 Hours)


Brief Course Description:


Database management with emphasis on basic filing, alphabetic indexing, cross- referencing techniques, for on-file documents, application of system commands for file maintenance, and the creation, documentation, and protection of functional data files.


Cost of Tuition: Free

Cost of books and supplies: Under $100

Financial Aid may be available : See Advisor

Course Prerequisites: Completion of Computer Operation/1: Foundations OR Computer Operation/2: Applications

Reading assessment | Not applicable

Math Assessment | Not applicable

STEP Orientation | Not applicable


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Course Title: Computer Operation/4: Presentations (90 Hours)


Brief Course Description:


Covers presentation graphics software, understanding the parts of the PowerPoint screen, navigating an existing presentation, creating a new presentation, using the basic principles of design, filling in text boxes, inserting & formatting objects, printing slides, and tips to maximize the effect and utility of the presentation.


Cost of Tuition: Free

Cost of books and supplies: Under $100

Financial Aid may be available : See Advisor

Course Prerequisites: Completion of Computer Operation/1: Foundations OR Computer Operation/2: Applications OR Computer Operation/3: Database Management

Reading assessment | Not applicable

Math Assessment | Not applicable

STEP Orientation | Not applicable


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