Word Processing, Certificate

The accurate entry and retrieval of data is essential in today's business environment. Graduates of this program are trained for positions as data entry operators or as word processors. Many kinds of business organizations recruit employees with this training. 

Required Courses

BOT* 122 Writing Procedures 3
BOT* 111 Keyboarding for Information Processing I 3
BOT* 251 Administrative Procedures 3
CSA* 115 Windows   2
      Subtotal: 11
BOT* 112 Keyboarding for Information Processing II 3
BOT* 240 Machine Transcription 3
BOT* 137 Microsoft Word for Windows 3
BOT* 230 Microsoft Office Suite Applications   3
      Subtotal: 12
       Total Credits Required: 23

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all Word Processing certificate program requirements, graduates will

1. Understand the flow of information in an office environment and the part played by a word processing employee in using and maintaining that information flow.
2. Use a computer effectively in an office environment.
3. Demonstrate a high level of skill in the use of word processing software to produce business documents.
4. Integrate the use of word processing software and electronic spreadsheet software.
5. Demonstrate skill in presentation software and database software.
6. Demonstrate speed and accuracy in keyboarding skills.
7. Utilize appropriate business office procedures.
8. Demonstrate proficiency in machine transcription.
9. Possess appropriate skills in the following software: spreadsheet, database, presentation graphics.

Source: 2008-2009 Course Catalog

Last Update: October 08 2010
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