BE 6635: Computer Information Systems

Unit

The Computer

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Employability Skills

Focus

To begin the course journey, we highlight the advancements of the computer as a tool. Using the application programs, we learn to become better interpersonal and formal communicators. 

Next, we learn to use Microsoft Word, a popular word processing application to create a variety of text-based documents, such as letters, reports, newsletters, etc.

Then using a multimedia application, we learn to deliver an effective presentation using features such as transitions, images, videos, and sound clips.

Next, we learn to enter, analyze, and interpret data using formulas, functions, and graphing features within a spreadsheet application. 

Likewise, database applications provide us with tools to collect and analyze data using simple queries and reports. 

Lastly, preparing for the world of work involves knowing how to present our experiences and skills to future employers. We prepare for the world of work by learning about important employment documents and interview techniques. Using the skills we have  learned, we take a Microsoft Office Specialist industry credential exam.

Transfer Goals

• Bridge the academic, employability, and technical skills to prepare us for emerging occupations.
• Empower us to be successful citizens, workers and leaders in a global economy.

• Bridge the academic, employability, and technical skills to prepare us for emerging occupations.
• Empower us to be successful citizens, workers and leaders in a global economy.

• Bridge the academic, employability, and technical skills to prepare us for emerging occupations.
•  Empower us to be successful citizens, workers and leaders in a global economy.

• Bridge the academic, employability, and technical skills to prepare us for emerging occupations.
• Empower us to be successful citizens, workers and leaders in a global economy.

• Bridge the academic, employability, and technical skills to prepare us for emerging occupations. 
• Empower us to be successful citizens, workers and leaders in a global economy.

• Bridge the academic, employability, and technical skills to prepare us for emerging occupations.
• Empower us to be successful citizens, workers and leaders in a global economy.
• Explore and pursue industry credentials through the integration of content and work-based learning (WBL).

Unit Learning Targets

• Compare and contrast how society functioned before and after the development of the computer. 
•  Differentiate the purpose and use of each software application to communicate in school, work, and personal interactions. 

• Create documents using the basic features of MS Word, including headers/footers, tabs, copy/paste and save.
• Insert and manage tables in a document.
• Format, edit, and correct documents.  

• Create a presentation maximizing text fonts, size, and effects.
• Insert appropriate graphics, shapes, and effects.

• Enhance a spreadsheet including font changes and fill options.
• Use simple formulas.
• Use absolute and relative cell references in a worksheet.
• Create a chart using data in a spreadsheet.

• Add data to create a table in Access.
• Create and edit the design of a form.
• Create simple queries.
• Create a report.

• Identify previous job experience to include in a resume.
• Create a resume.
• Identify different careers in the Computer Information System industry.
• Rehearse interview question responses and ask for feedback.
• Demonstrate technical skills by taking Microsoft Office industry credential exam.