BUSTEC 101    Computer Keyboarding: 10-Key    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces the numeric keypad and develops the ability to key information into a computer with speed and accuracy.

BUSTEC 110    Business Procedures for Professional Success    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: BUS 100 (English for the Professional), BUSTEC 302 (Computer-Keyboarding), BUSTEC 303 (Computer-Keyboard Formatting), CISA 308 (Exploring Word Processing and Presentation Software), CISA 310 (Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets), or CISA 320 (Introduction to Database Management).
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course prepares students to perform various information processing procedures and problem solving tasks required to support both today¿s office systems and those of the future. Students learn critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, supervision skills, office procedures, and information processing technologies to manage their work, as well as necessary attributes of an office professional. These skills will provide the background for advancement to supervision and management positions. Primary emphasis is on processing documents using introductory skills in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, database and e-mail. Also included are managing information storage and retrieval, and coordinating office communications, to improve the efficiency of office functions.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
W            06:00PM-09:05PM   LEC   E.Swithenbank        FLC MAIN FL1 7       22876
W            06:00PM-09:05PM   LEC   D.Buch               FLC MAIN FL1 7       22876

BUSTEC 120    Skills for Today's Office    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: BUSTEC 302 or keyboarding speed verification at 25 wam or better, and CISA 300 or 305, and CISA 310 or 315.
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This is a course designed to build upon previous word processing and spreadsheet training in the computer science/business area and to complete the training necessary to perform effectively and become a skilled employee in a computerized office. The course includes preparing and processing information: word processing, spreadsheet, and database documents; communicating via fax, e-mail, voicemail, Internet, and telephone; and using copiers and other office equipment. Students will simulate office situations. This course emphasizes activities and techniques that enhance competencies needed in today's office.

BUSTEC 299    Experimental Offering in Business Technology    .5-4 Units

Prerequisite: None
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB

BUSTEC 302    Computer-Keyboarding    2 Units

Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b)
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Description: This intensive introductory computer-keyboard course emphasizes operating alphabetic, numeric, and symbol keys by touch. It includes computer-keyboarding techniques, speed-and-accuracy development, proofreading proficiency, essential computer-keyboarding information, and use of basic features of a current office-level word processing program.

BUSTEC 303    Computer-Keyboard Formatting    2 Units

Prerequisite: BUSTEC 302. Grade of "C" or better required to meet prerequisite.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Description: This intensive computer-keyboard formatting course emphasizes application of the following formatting concepts: horizontal and vertical centering, business letter styles, memorandums, tables, and reports. The course includes developing proofreading proficiency, reinforcing communication skills, developing speed and accuracy, and using the features of a current office-level word processing program. Workplace etiquette and business protocol are reinforced throughout the course.

BUSTEC 304    Computer Keyboard Speed-and-Accuracy Building    2 Units

Prerequisite: BUSTEC 302 . Grade of "C" or better required to meet prerequisite.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Description: This course builds upon previous computer-keyboard skills and stresses speed-and accuracy techniques. It includes skills assessment and individually prescribed improvement plans. The student will be reading and interpreting written and oral instructions. Students who feel that they have skills equivalent to the prerequisite are encouraged to apply for credit by examination for BUSTEC 302. This course may be taken two times for credit.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 22-Oct 16
WTh          10:15AM-12:20PM   LEC   E.Swithenbank        Off Campus RCC 7     23672