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Small Business Computer Applications
Course: SBS211

First Term: 1996 Fall
 Lecture   1 Credit(s)   1 Period(s)   1 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S


Description: Hands-on opportunity for the small business owner to test several current computer application programs. Emphasizes practical applications, hardware and software purchasing decision criteria, and technological developments



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Use small business computer software application packages. (I)
2. Describe data back-up and storage systems. (I)
3. Evaluate purchase options and parameters of general business software. (II)
4. Define parameters and criteria for industry specific program purchases. (III)
5. Describe networking resources including the Internet, user groups, and clubs. (IV)
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. Business Software Applications
   A. Accounting and Inventory Control
   B. Communications
   C. Word Processing
   D. Marketing Applications
   E. Data Base Management
   F. Decision Support Systems
   G. Manufacturing Control Systems
   H. Data Storage and Protection
II. Computer System Purchase Plan
   A. Assessment of Needs
   B. Developing a Project Plan and Time Table
   C. Project Personnel
      1. Internal
      2. External
   D. Developing an Education Plan
   E. Purchasing Strategies for the Best Value
III. Industry Specific Systems
   A. Where to Search
   B. Networking Opportunities
IV. Computing Resources
   A. Internet Concepts and Uses
   B. User Groups, Clubs, and Help Sources
   C. Continuing Your Computer System Education
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date:  10/24/1995

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