BIS 160 - Computer Applications: Microsoft Office

Offered FL, WI, SM
Lecture- 2 Lab- 2
3 credit hrs/4 contact hrs
This course introduces features and functionalities of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint). Students receive hands-on experience creating and editing documents in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and professionalism. This course prepares students for the Microsoft Office Specialist certifications. Course design is best in a Windows environment. Formerly BIS 160 Desktop Applications.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Recognize fundamental terminology related to the word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications. Demonstrate proper techniques to create and edit word processing documents using text, tables, and graphics suitable for coursework, professional purposes, and personal use. Demonstrate proper techniques to create and edit spreadsheets using text, charts, and functions suitable for coursework, professional purposes, and personal use. Demonstrate proper techniques to create and edit databases using tables, queries, forms, and reports suitable for coursework, professional purposes, and personal use. Demonstrate proper techniques to create and edit presentations using text, tables, graphics, and animations suitable for coursework, professional purposes, and personal use. Communicate computer concepts, methods, and evidence in a professional manner. Exhibit ethical/professional behavior in and out of the classroom in attendance, class conduct, assignment completion, teamwork and constructive peer feedback.