Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SOPH-0093
Version:
1
Organization's ID:
CS0050
Organization:
SOPHIA Learning, LLC
Location:
Online
Length:
The course is self-paced, and many learners complete it in 4-8 weeks.
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Computer Applications
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to teach students the technology skills and expectations required of entry-level staff in an office environment, and how a range of tools are used together to create, communicate, and collaborate. Students learn terminology for and distinctions between office suites, enterprise tools, and mobile apps; best practices in maintaining digital hygiene; the use of cloud-based technology for collaboration; the range of communication tools and related etiquette; and basic use of applications for word processing, presentations, and spreadsheets.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Articulate best practices for learning and using technology in an office environment.
  • Demonstrate the ability to create and develop documents in office applications.

General Topics:

  • Hardware, Software, and Applications
  • Enterprise Systems
  • Learning New Technologies
  • Digital Hygiene
  • Finding and Vetting Information Online
  • Email Etiquette
  • Chats and Chat Tools
  • Virtual Meetings
  • Computer Ethics
  • Collaboration and "The Cloud"
  • Office Suites
  • Word Processing
  • Spreadsheets
  • Presentation Tools
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers
Supplemental Materials
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