Computing Essentials 2

Students will develop skills to solve problems using common microcomputer software. Topics include microcomputer fundamentals, word processing, electronic spreadsheets, and databases.

This course may be taken for 3 college credit hours. Prerequisite: Computing Essentials I

Required Text:

Exploring Microsoft Office 2007, Vol. 1, Robert T. Grauer, Prentice Hall.    

Course Objectives:

At the completion of the course, students will be able to demonstrate each of the following skills through computer projects or tests:

1. Complete the unit documents (at least 4) assigned in the textbook, in order to demonstrate proficient skill in problem solving, using word processing and desktop publishing through software applications, and the use of a computer.
2. Complete the unit documents (at least 4) assigned in the textbook, in order to demonstrate proficient skill in problem solving using spreadsheets through software applications, and the use of a computer.
3. Complete the unit documents (at least 4) assigned in the textbook, in order to demonstrate proficient skill in problem solving using databases through software applications, and the use of a computer.
4. Through software applications, complete 1 unit of documents assigned in the textbook with at least 70% proficiency in the use of graphic slideshows
5. Through software applications, complete 1 unit of documents assigned in the textbook with at least 70% proficiency of integrating the Web and an application software file.
6. Demonstrate the use of FTP with a file created in any of the application software programs.
7. Demonstrate beginning proficiency and production skill that meet the criteria of MCAS (Microsoft Certified Application Specialist) certification in Microsoft applications, by at least 70% competency on a unit test.

  BONUS: Students enrolled in Computing Essentials II will gain the experience of participating in an online college course. Students will learn how to use the Moodle Course Management System. This online environment will allow students to

• personally access Moodle from any Web browser
• open weekly modules and obtain the assignments/activies for the week
• engage in discussion forums with classmates
• access course resources
• upload required assignments for grading
• track assignment deadlines on the course calendar                                           

Students will be able to track grades in Family Zone.

• Each student will receive a personal username and password
• Students will always have access to their grades

Upon completion of Computing Essentials 2, students are encouraged to take the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist exams and earn certifications in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

"The Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) credential is a globally recognized standard that validates skills with using the 2007 Microsoft Office system and Windows Vista. The successor to the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) credential, the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist credential meets the demand for the most up-to-date skills on the latest technologies from Microsoft.

By earning a Microsoft Business Certification credential, you can prove your expertise in using the latest Microsoft Office programs and the Windows Vista operating system. Certification can help you differentiate yourself in today's competitive job market, broaden your employment opportunities by showcasing your advanced skills, and result in higher earning potential. Certification can also lead to increased job satisfaction. Research indicates that certified individuals have increased competence, productivity, and credibility with their employers, co-workers, and clients.

•	Become a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist

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