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Introduction to Computers II
Course: BPC101BA

First Term: 2018 Fall
 Lec + Lab   1.0 Credit(s)   1.0 Period(s)   1.0 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T - Lab Load.


Description: Computer software applications for the personal computer, including database management, computer graphics, electronic spreadsheet, and word processing, and operating system commands.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Use a word processing program to move, delete, copy and format blocks of data, create headers, footers, and tables, and use special print features. (I)
2. Use a spreadsheet program to sort data, edit formulas, move and copy information, insert spreadsheet graphics, and format worksheets. (II)
3. Describe the characteristics of computer graphics in word processing documents and spreadsheets. (I, II)
4. Demonstrate how to select, insert and modify graphics in word processing documents and spreadsheets. (I, II)
5. Describe the characteristics of a database management program. (III)
6. Use a database management program to create files, enter data, create tables and forms, retrieve data through simple queries, and prepare reports. (III)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Word Processing Programs
   A. Headers and footers
   B. Pagination
   C. Themes and styles
   D. Graphics
   E. Tables
   F. Print features

II. Spreadsheet Programs
   A. Sorting, moving, and copying information
   B. Spreadsheet graphics
   C. Formatting
   D. Editing formulas


III. Database Management Programs
   A. Data input
   B. Creating tables
   C. Creating forms
   D. Report generation
   E. Simple queries
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: December 10, 2013

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