Course Descriptions

ACC 111 Introduction to Accounting -- 3 Sem. Cr. Hrs.

A presentation of basic accounting procedures and principles designed to introduce students to the accounting cycle for both a service enterprise and a merchandising enterprise organized as a sole proprietorship. Recommended for secretarial, nonbusiness majors, and those students wishing to review accounting principles before taking Principles of Accounting I.

BCA 215 Computer Business Applications -- 3 Sem. Cr. Hrs.

Prerequisite: CSC 110 Introduction to Computers or equivalent or instructor approval. This is a course for experienced computer users. This is an upper level applications course utilizing Microsoft Office programs. Special attention will be given to program integration and applying skills to business situations.

BCA 221 Integrated Computer Business Applications -- 3 Sem. Cr. Hrs.

Prerequisite: OFF 116 Keyboarding II or equivalent. A course designed for future office workers needing an understanding of the many facets of office technology. This course emphasizes taking real business simulations or office jobs and using available equipment and software to integrate these technologies in an office environment.

BUS 110 Business Math and Calculators -- 3 Sem. Cr. Hrs.

A study of the mathematics of business in its application to a variety of vocations including fundamental mathematical processes, fractions, price and cost, interest, bank discounts, cash and trade discounts, depreciation, payroll and taxes, and financial statements. Students will acquire the skills to use Microsoft Excel to perform each concept, as well as, using the traditional methods.

BUS 121 Business Communications -- 3 Sem. Cr. Hrs.

Prerequisites: ability to type and ENG 105 Composition I or OFF 157 Business English. A study of communications for the typical business situation. To be covered are reports and letters of inquiry, orders, credit, collections, sales, and handling disputes.

CSC 110 Introduction to Computers -- 3 Sem. Cr. Hrs.

An introductory course surveying computer topics to include history, hardware, software, terminology, communications, computer ethics, and societal impact. Introductory modules for Microsoft Office programs will also be included.

OFF 112 Keyboarding -- 3 Sem. Cr. Hrs.

This is a beginner course for students with little or no previous keyboarding instruction. Students will develop mastery of the keyboard by touch control utilizing proper keyboarding techniques. Students will also be introduced to the concepts and basic operations of document processing.

OFF 116 Keyboarding II -- 3 Sem. Cr. Hrs.

Prerequisite: OFF 112 Keyboarding or equivalent. This course emphasizes techniques, speed, and accuracy. Student activities include formatting business communications, tables, and reports utilizing features found in popular office software.

OFF 162 Office Procedures -- 3 Sem. Cr. Hrs.

This course emphasizes the responsibilities and opportunities of the office professional. Topics addressed include continued technological advances, the global marketplace, and increasing diversity in the labor market. Students will use effective communication skills to process information via technology and become productive team members.