Course goal
This course is designed to give the student hands-on experience with word processing, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher software. Exploration of the Internet and a brief overview of microcomputer concepts will also be included as components of this course. All applications software utilized will be windows based. This course focuses on workforce development and is the first component of the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Certification. Students will have the opportunity to receive their Microsoft Technical Certifications upon completion of this course.
Course outline
Upon completion of Microcomputer Applications I & II, the student should be able to:
1. Understand computer hardware fundamentals.
2. Be comfortable with computer terminology.
3. Create word processing documents and understand word processing fundamentals.
4. Create spreadsheets.
5. Understand data communications and graphics functions in class examples.
6. Be proficient in the use of mouse and windows environment.
7. Be able to access the World Wide Web feature using a Web browser to navigate, search, and explore the Web.
1. Understand computer hardware fundamentals.
2. Be comfortable with computer terminology.
3. Create word processing documents and understand word processing fundamentals.
4. Create spreadsheets.
5. Understand data communications and graphics functions in class examples.
6. Be proficient in the use of mouse and windows environment.
7. Be able to access the World Wide Web feature using a Web browser to navigate, search, and explore the Web.
Classroom rules
- Respect others and their property
- Have all materials, and have them ready to use when the bell rings
- Be polite and helpful
- Don’t curse or swear
- No cheating*
Grading policy
Quarter Grading:
Homework/Quizzes/Assignments..……………….50%
Tests……………………...………………………….25%
Projects................................................................25%
Homework/Quizzes/Assignments..……………….50%
Tests……………………...………………………….25%
Projects................................................................25%