Beginning keyboarding techniques for students who wish to use keyboarding skills for inputting information on computers. This course is taught on computers using appropriate software. Emphasis on the development of speed and accuracy by use of touch keyboarding methods, development of touch skills on the 10-key pad, understanding of basic vocabulary and concepts used in keyboarding operations for inputting and retrieving information, and composition at the keyboard. For students with physical disabilities that may impair proficiency, emphasis will be on quality of output instead of speed, and on the use of alternative input devices. (CSU)

Focuses on learning or reviewing the alphabetic and numeric keyboard including the 10-key pad for numeric data entry. Students will learn basic features of Microsoft Word to produce simple memos, letters and reports. Keyboarding software will be used to build speed and accuracy. Students wishing to progress to BOT 102AB must complete BOT 101B. (CSU)

Students will use Microsoft Word to produce correctly formatted and accurate business documents including letters, reports and tables. Keyboarding software is used to build speed and accuracy. (CSU)

Students will review and create business documents to apply formatting skills taught in BOT 101 or 101AB and are then introduced to new formatting and report styles options including agendas, formal reports and multipage tables. This course begins with intermediate Microsoft Word functions; entering students should be proficient in using basic Word features and should key a minimum of 30 net words per minute on a 5-minute timed writing. (CSU)

Students continue to create business documents, applying new formatting skills including using templates, designing letterheads and office forms, and learning specialized applications such as medical and legal forms. This course begins with intermediate Microsoft Word functions; entering students should be proficient in using basic Word features and should key a minimum of 35 net words per minute on a 5-minute timed writing. (CSU)

Designed for students who have completed a keyboarding course but wish to work further on developing speed and accuracy. Entering students should know the alphabetic keyboard by touch and key at a minimum rate of 20 net words per minute on a 5-minute timed writing. (CSU)

Continuation in building keyboarding speed and accuracy. Entering students should be keying by touch at a minimum rate of 25 net words per minute on a 5-minute timed writing. Those keying at a lower rate should enroll in BOT 103A. (CSU)

Continuation in building keyboarding speed and accuracy. Entering students should be keying by touch at a minimum rate of 30 net words per minute on a 5-minute timed writing. Those keying at a lower rate should enroll in BOT 103B. (CSU)

Instruction in the Association of Records Managers and Administrators (ARMA) filing rules and techniques which are widely used in business to create and maintain files. Covers alphabetic, numeric, geographic and subject filing rules; and records management including rules for retention, transfer and disposition of records. Students will use a software package to learn basic filing rules. (CSU)

Provides comprehensive and valuable skills that are needed to successfully secure employment, specializing in the office technology industry. Designed to examine the continuous process of career/life planning through effective, well-planned and efficiently organized job search procedures. (CSU)

Content includes office ethics and professionalism; prioritizing and productivity; human relations; working in teams; customer service skills; telephone skills; scheduling appointments; using email, use of applications and devices to transmit documents; handling office mail; and using the Internet for common office functions such as travel reservations and ordering supplies. (CSU)

Designed for students who want to learn the most commonly used features of a popular word processing software package. Upon completion, students will be proficient in using text editing and formatting commands to produce typical business documents, and in using the mail merge feature to produce form letters, labels and envelopes. Those desiring more in-depth coverage of these and additional topics should consider enrolling in BOT 120, 121, 122. Not open to students with credit in BOT 121, 122. (CSU)

Designed for students who want to become proficient in the most commonly used features of Microsoft Excel. Basic spreadsheet concepts and terms will be introduced. Students will learn how to create, format and revise spreadsheets, charts, basic formulas, and templates. The use of simple macros will be introduced. Those desiring more in-depth coverage of these and additional topics should consider enrolling in BOT 123, 124, 125. Not open to students with credit in BOT 124, 125. (CSU)

Designed for students who want to become proficient in the most commonly used features of Microsoft Access. Basic database concepts and terms will be introduced. Students will learn how to create, format, edit and revise simple databases, sort and filter records, use queries, and create forms, reports and labels. Those desiring more in-depth coverage of these and additional topics should consider enrolling in CIS 140 or BOT 126, 127, 128. Not open to students with credit in BOT 127, 128. (CSU)

Designed for students who want to become proficient in the most commonly used features of Microsoft PowerPoint. Basic concepts and terms will be introduced. Students will learn how to create, format and revise PowerPoint presentations, including animation effects. Those desiring more in-depth coverage of these and additional topics should consider enrolling in BOT 129, 130. Not open to students with credit in BOT 130. (CSU)

Capstone course for BOT majors who have completed prerequisite courses in all applications of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint). Students will apply their skills and use cloud computing technologies such as Microsoft OneDrive, Microsoft OneNote, and Google Drive to complete projects that integrate these applications. (CSU)

This course is designed for students who wish to learn the latest generation of Windows. Students will learn to use the Windows operating system efficiently to customize desktop settings, control desktop applications and online apps, create an online account to access email and the cloud, conduct sophisticated online searches, understand and avoid online threats, and manage drives, files and folders. In addition, students will learn the latest in the "universal" application. (CSU)

First in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features of Microsoft Word. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. Those desiring less comprehensive coverage of Word should consider enrolling in BOT 114. (CSU)

Second in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features of Microsoft Word. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. (CSU)

Third in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features of Microsoft Word. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. (CSU)

First in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features of Microsoft Excel. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. Those desiring less comprehensive coverage of Excel should consider enrolling in BOT 115. (CSU)

Second in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features of Microsoft Excel. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. (CSU)

Third in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features of Microsoft Excel. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. (CSU)

First in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features of Microsoft Access. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. Those desiring less comprehensive coverage of Access should consider enrolling in BOT 116. (CSU)

Second in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features of Microsoft Access. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. (CSU)

Third in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features of Microsoft Access. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. (CSU)

First in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features of Microsoft PowerPoint. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. Those desiring less comprehensive coverage of PowerPoint should consider enrolling in BOT 117. (CSU)

Second in a three-level course sequence providing thorough coverage of most features in Microsoft PowerPoint. Students who complete all three levels will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification examination or similar examinations. (CSU)

In this course, students learn how to use Google Apps, a collection of free Web-based productivity tools, in a business environment. Topics include Google Search, Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, and emerging trends in Google Apps. Students use the internet to access their files and the tools to manipulate and collaborate with them. (CSU)

This course involves the study of Adobe Acrobat to create, manage, edit, assemble, and search PDF documents. Students will learn to create Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF), the universal file format for portable documents that preserves all of the fonts, formatting, colors, and graphics of any source document. Additionally, Acrobat can be used to create fillable forms, initiate review processes and apply legal features. Students will learn how to create PDF files from almost any file or paper document, as well as review and comment on PDF files, edit their contents, combine multiple documents into a single PDF file, keep PDF files secure, sign them electronically using the Adobe Document Cloud, and work with interactive online forms. This course will equip students to use Adobe Acrobat successfully in all professional settings, including law offices.

Introductory course in Microsoft Publisher for students who wish to acquire a basic understanding of concepts and terminology for the production and design of professional quality publications. Emphasizes graphics, word processing and page layout. (CSU)

Designed to offer students proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook to create email messages, maintain personal calendars and schedules, plan work, maintain contact lists, and organize information. (CSU)

This course involves the study of computer concepts and computer skills needed to use computers effectively and efficiently to enhance personal and professional productivity. Computer concepts covered include a basic understanding of the components that comprise computer hardware, system software, social media, mobile computing, and the security and privacy issues related to technology. This course will guide students to achieve entry-level competence with the latest editions of Microsoft Windows, web browsers and the Microsoft Office productivity suite, including OneNote, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. (CSU)

Students will be provided with the basic information and skills needed to operate a computer efficiently to support Arabic classes with an emphasis on basic keyboarding techniques and typing in Arabic, editing and formatting text in Arabic, and creating, formatting, and editing PowerPoint presentations in Arabic. Includes an overview of file and folder management to store information, using computer input devices, searching the internet, and sending email with attachments. Also listed as ARBC 180. Not open to students with credit in ARBC 180. (CSU)

Work experience in an office setting. Occupational cooperative work experience credit may accrue at the rate of one to eight units per semester for a total of sixteen units, and students must work 75 paid hours or 60 non-paid hours per unit earned. 75 hours paid or 60 hours non-paid work experience per semester, 1 unit. (CSU)

Work experience in an office setting. Occupational cooperative work experience credit may accrue at the rate of one to eight units per semester for a maximum total of sixteen units, and students must work 75 paid hours or 60 non-paid hours per unit earned. A student taking this course for 2 units must work 150 hours paid or 120 hours non-paid. 150 hours paid or 120 hours non-paid work experience per semester, 2 units. (CSU)

Work experience in an office setting. Occupational cooperative work experience credit may accrue at the rate of one to eight units per semester for a maximum total of sixteen units, and students must work 75 paid hours or 60 non-paid hours per unit earned. A student taking this course for 3 units must work 225 hours paid or 180 hours non-paid. 225 hours paid or 180 hours non-paid work experience per semester, 3 units. (CSU)