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Course Title: MS Excel and Access I
Title Abbreviation: MS EXCEL AND ACCESS I
Department: OBT
Course #: 134
Credits: 5
Variable: No
IUs: 5
CIP: 520204
EPC: 547
REV: 2018
Course Description
Use Microsoft Excel for PCs to create, edit, and format spreadsheets; write formulas and use functions to find numerical solutions; create charts and add graphics to create visual interest; and manage worksheet data. Use Microsoft Access for PCs to create, edit, and manage database tables; establish table relationships; filter, query, and sort data; and create forms and reports.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Basic computer skills and the ability to type by touch are strongly recommended. (For PCs only)
Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)
Lecture: 55
Lab: 0
Other: 0
Systems: 0
Clinical: 0
Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:
Vocational Preparatory Required for ATA degree, Required for certificate
Equivalencies At Other Institutions
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, the student will be able to:
General Education Learning Values & Outcomes
Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.
2. Critical Thinking
Definition: The ability to think critically about the nature of knowledge within a discipline and about the ways in which that knowledge is constructed and validated and to be sensitive to the ways these processes often vary among disciplines.
Outcomes: Students will be able to . . . 2.1 Identify and express concepts, terms, and facts related to a specific discipline.
8. Mathematical Reasoning
Definition: Understanding and applying concepts of mathematics and logical reasoning in a variety of contexts, both academic and non-academic.
Outcomes: Students will be able to . . . 8.2 Correctly apply logical reasoning and mathematical principles to solve problems.
10. Technology
Definition: Understanding the role of technology in society and using technology appropriately and effectively.
Outcomes: Students will be able to . . . 10.3 Use technology appropriate to the context and task to effectively retrieve and manage information, solve problems, and facilitate communication.
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