TATC Programs and Courses

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Course: Word Processing Applications I (MS Word)

 

Course Description

This course focuses on basic word processing features used in creating, editing, saving, and retrieving business documents. Practical business applications involving creating and correctly formatting business documents, completing projects, and solving problems will also be covered.

 

Certificate

Completion of this course certifies proficient word processing skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

 

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

     •   Accounting Clerk

     •   Administrative Clerk

     •   Business Administrative Support I

     •   Business Administrative Support II

     •   Computer Applications

     •   Front Office Support (elective)

     •   Medical Office Administration

 

Competencies (skills you will learn)

     •   Understand basic program menus and toolbars

     •   Operate Help features

     •   Create, modify, and save documents

     •   Demonstrate basic text and page formatting options

     •   Create and modify tables, columns, and lists

     •   Manage output

     •   Edit and format business documents

 

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

 

Course Length

The estimated length of this course is 90 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

 

Admission Requirements

There are no specific requirements to take this course. However, courses in the Business Technology Programs are to be taken in order. The course list can be found on the information sheet for each program or by contacting Student Services.

 

Textbooks & Materials

One of the following (2003 or 2007):


Microsoft Office 2007 Introductory Concepts and Techniques, Windows Vista Edition - required
ISBN:9781428367982
Price:$124.00

Word SandE 2003 Text w/cd - required
ISBN:9780763820664
Price:$88.75

 

Check the Bookstore for current textbook prices.

 

Course Location and Schedule

TATC Campus
66 W. Vine Street, Tooele
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Fridays

 

Tuition and Fees

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

 

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