APPL10343
Computer Applications 1
 
  I: Administrative Information   II: Course Details   III: Topical Outline(s)  Printable Version   Public
 
Section I: Administrative Information
  Credit Value: 3.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Fall 2006
Prerequisites: N/A
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Course Name (short): Computer Applications 1
School: All Sheridan Schools
Program(s): Business, Business Admin Accounting, Business Admin Finance, Business Admin Marketing, Business Human Resources, Community Worker -Out&Dev, Court and Tribunal Agent, E-commerce Management
Program Coordinator(s): Multiple Coordinators
Course Leader or Contact: Multiple Course Leaders
Originator: Brenda Ciolfi
Designate: Brenda Ciolfi
Version: 3.0
Status: Approved (APPR)

Calendar Description
The emphasis in this course is on using a computer as a professional tool in a business environment. The objective of this course is to introduce students to basic computer terms, concepts and computer applications and to develop skills in using Windows, word processing, e-mail and Internet browser and presentation software. Hands-on experience with microcomputers will be provided through the College network word processing, Windows XP, e-mail, browser and presentation software. This course will be taught in a mobile environment using WebCT.

Typical Instructional Format

Lab
 42.0
Total hours: 42.0

Courses may be offered in other formats.

Section I Notes: The Community Worker - Outreach & Development Program is part of the mobile computing initiative and, as such, all students will be required to have the lap-top computer and software provided by Sheridan for the courses in this Program.
 
 
Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
The emphasis in this course is on using a computer as a professional tool in a business environment. The objective of this course is to introduce students to basic computer terms, concepts and computer applications and to develop skills in using Windows, word processing, e-mail and Internet browser and presentation software. Hands-on experience with microcomputers will be provided through the College network word processing, Windows XP, e-mail, browser and presentation software. This course will be taught in a mobile environment using WebCT.

Program Context

 
Business Program Coordinator: Multiple
This course is a required component of the first semester of the Foundation Year. Students will be able to use the skills acquired in this course in the research for and preparation of assignments and presentations for courses in the following terms. Program Coordinators: Mark Rust (Trafalgar); Carole Bowman (Davis)

Business Admin Accounting Program Coordinator: Multiple
Same as above. Program Coordinators: Sally Mitzel

Business Admin Finance Program Coordinator: Multiple
Same as above. Program Coordinator: Mark Weaver

Business Admin Marketing Program Coordinator: Multiple
Same as above. Program Coordinator: Doug Greenwood

Business Human Resources Program Coordinator: Multiple
Same as above. Program Coordinator: John Hardisty

Community Worker -Out&Dev Program Coordinator: Multiple
Students will be able to use the skills acquired in this course in the research for and preparation of assignments and presentations for courses in the following terms. Program Co-Ordinator is Brian Dwyer.

Court and Tribunal Agent Program Coordinator: Multiple
Students will be able to use the skills acquired in this course in the research for and preparation of assignments and presentations for courses in the semesters. Program Coordinator: Patricia Knight.

E-commerce Management Program Coordinator: Multiple
Same as above. Program Coordinator: Jane Abramowitz


Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

  
 Knowledge

- the components of a Windows XP desktop
- the use of Windows XP menus, dialog boxes and toolbars
- effective file management
- word processing for business documents
- presentation software

Skills

- create, format and edit multiple page documents 
  with word processing software
- use multiple document windows
- use the desktop publishing features of word processing
  for Windows for importing graphics, and for 
  creating graphs in documents
- use e-mail as a communication tool
- use a browser as a research tool
- use presentation software for presentation skills

Attitudes

- an acceptance of computer applications as a vital tool in their 
  future success as a Business student and as a program graduate
- an appreciation for the need for public standards for data security 
  and data privacy
- a desire to produce high quality computer produced reports and 
  presentations
- an appreciation of the research and information resources available 
  through the Internet
- an introduction to working in a mobile environment
Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

  
EVALUATION:

Word Processing Assignments      40%
Word Processing Test             45%
Powerpoint Test                  15%
                                ____
                      Total     100%

- Refer to the detailed outline provided by your instructor for the 
  evaluation plan and scheduled evaluation dates for this course. Any 
  changes in evaluation plans that may result from unforeseen 
  circumstances will be made as soon as possible, and will be 
  communicated to all students and other faculty involved.

- All tests, assignments and projects must be completed on the dates 
  specified by the instructor. Extensions for assignments and
  projects may be granted by the instructor based on documentation 
  submitted by the student.
Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities requirements:

 

Essential Employability Skills
Essential Employability Skills emphasized in the course:

X Communication X Critical Thinking & Problem Solving   Interpersonal
  Numeracy   Information Management   Personal

Notes: N/A

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact: Sue Newman
Students may apply to receive credit by demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes through previous life and work experiences. This course is eligible for challenge through the following method(s):

Challenge Exam Portfolio Interview Other Not Eligible for PLAR
X        

Notes: N/A
 
 
Section III: Topical Outline
Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Print Effective Term Professor Applicable Student Group(s)
Fall 2006 Multiple Professors Business - Foundation Year, Business Administration - Accounting, Business Administration - Finance, Business Administration - Human Resources, Business Administration - Marketing E-commerce Management
Fall 2006 Tba This course is intended for students in the Community Worker - Outreach & Development Program taught by Valerie Skalski.
Fall 2006 Patricia Knight Court and Tribunal Agent Students
 
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