MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS/BUS

This course deals with computer/technological literacy with an emphasis on business applications using the microcomputer. It is required for Business and Computer Information Systems majors. The basics of microcomputer operations including: hardware, windows, operating system software, and application software, will be introduced. Students will complete projects in the areas of word processing, in-depth spreadsheeting, e-mail, the Internet, databasing and some presentation graphics software. A look at the future of computers, including the legal and ethical impact on society will be covered. The labs will be structured toward practical day-to-day business problems. Lecture/Lab: 3 hours per week 3 credits