Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
THNK-0001
Organization's ID:
TECHNOLOGY_FUNDAMENTALS-501
Location:
Online
Length:
Self-paced (9.5 weeks)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 introduction to information technology
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to learn how to effectively and safely use online tools that are most common in day-to-day business, such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Zoom. The student will gain best practices for problem-solving and collaboration through experiential projects.

Learning Outcomes:

  • articulate the relevancy of digital skills and tools in the workplace and beyond
  • explain components of core technology systems and tasks
  • locate and analyze information for work-related needs
  • identify common digital security threats and safety best practices
  • create digital content according to best practices and standards
  • communicate using digital systems including email, instant message, and video calls
  • utilize workplace productivity tools to oversee projects and processes
  • use digital etiquette and ethics in your daily professional tasks
  • utilize digital skills acquired in the course to complete a summative Capstone project based on a workplace scenario

General Topics:

  • Becoming a lifelong digital learner
  • Digital technology fundamentals
  • Digital information management
  • Digital safety and security
  • Digital content creation
  • Digital communication and collaboration
  • Digital scheduling management
  • Digital etiquette and ethics
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Coaching/Mentoring
  • Computer Based Training
  • Learner Presentations
  • Practical Exercises
  • Project-based Instruction
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

80%
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