Delaware Technical Community College

Campus Location

Georgetown

Effective Date

2023-51

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: None

Course Credits and Hours

3 credit(s)

2 lecture hours/week

2 lab hours/week

Course Description

This course covers the fundamental concepts of word processing skills necessary to be successful with an organization. Students build technical knowledge and reinforce problem-solving abilities through project-based learning

Additional Materials

None

Required Text(s)

Obtain current textbook information by viewing the campus bookstore - https://www.dtcc.edu/bookstores online or visit a campus bookstore. Check your course schedule for the course number and section.

Disclaimer

None

Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

Prepare and modify documents using various features. (CCC 2,4; PGC OAT 1; GBT 1)
Use appropriate software for completion of projects. (CCC 2, 4; PGC OAT 1, 3; GBT 1, 2, 3, 5)
Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to a business environment. (CCC 2, 3, 4; PGC OAT 1; GBT 1, 3, 6)
Demonstrate application of content and organization of application software. (CCC 4; PGC OAT 1, 4; GBT 1)
Illustrate file management skills. (CCC 1, 2, 4; PGC OAT 3, 4; GBT 1)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

Prepare and modify documents using various features.

Demonstrate how to select, edit, and format text.
Demonstrate how to apply character, paragraph, and document formatting.
Use spell check, grammar check, and thesaurus commands.
Modify documents by finding and replacing text, formatting, and special characters.
Develop a Word document using templates.
Construct a main document, data source, and merge documents, labels, and envelopes.

Use appropriate software for completion of projects.

Change a Word document to a Portable Document Format (PDF) or webpage for distribution.
Attach an Excel chart or Access table to a Word document using paste special.
Complete a mail merge using data from an Access database.
Develop documents by adding and positioning bitmapped graphics, tables, and SmartArt.
Prepare and modify charts.

Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to a business environment.

Relate and devise solutions to real-world business situations.
Employ formatting skills to combine documents, and resolve style conflicts.
Complete and modify mail-merged documents.
Construct and modify tables, including sorting, by relevance.

Demonstrate application of content and organization of application software.

Use the developer tab to customize the ribbon and add commands.
Practice restoring default settings.

Illustrate file management skills.

Locate and open an existing document using paths.
Prepare folders and organize files.
Modify and save existing files properly.
Demonstrate how to delete and rename files.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100	=	A
80-89	=	B
70-79	=	C
0-69	=	F

Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Evaluation Measure	Percentage of final grade
Summative: Exams (11) Concept Exams (15%) (11) Skill Exams (25%) (11) Performance Based Evaluation (20%)	60%
Formative: Chapter Projects and Skill Checks (30%) & Tutorials (10%)	40%
TOTAL	100%

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

OATAASOAT

Produce the documents necessary for a functioning business office.
Demonstrate accurate and efficient keyboarding skills.
Integrate office-related skills to function in a professional manner within the workplace.
Use diverse research methods and information sources to complete a variety of business documents.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

Apply clear and effective communication skills.
Use critical thinking to solve problems.
Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

Minimum Technology Requirements

Minimum technology requirements for all distance education type courses.

OAT 157 Word Level I

Credits

Prerequisite

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