Delaware Technical Community College

Campus Location

Georgetown
Wilmington

Effective Date

2023-51

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: (OAT 251 or OAT 151) and OAT 152 and OAT 157 and OAT 159

Course Credits and Hours

3 credit(s)

2 lecture hours/week

2 lab hours/week

Course Description

This capstone course is designed to give the student an opportunity to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of word processing, data bases, spreadsheets and graphics, presentation software, and other methods of multimedia communication.

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.

Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

Create files using word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, e-mail, scheduling, and contact management application software. (CCC 2, 5, 6; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4)
Consider appropriate technology needed for business applications. (CCC 2, 3, 5, 6; PGC 3, 4)
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to business applications. (CCC 2; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4)
Integrate professional standards and ethical conduct. (CCC 4; PGC 3)

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:

Create files using word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, e-mail, scheduling, and contact management application software.
1. Apply advanced word processing skills to design workplace documents.
2. Design and use databases for workplace applications.
3. Create and use spreadsheets for workplace applications.
4. Produce multimedia presentations for the workplace.
5. Organize data across applications.
Consider appropriate technology needed for business applications.
1. Select appropriate software application for tasks.
2. Use shared files.
3. Select and import/export data from Microsoft Office applications.
4. Use hyperlinks, linking and embedding features.
5. Use the Microsoft Office Clipboard.
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to business applications.
1. Relate equipment and software needs with specific applications to real-world business applications.
2. Use technical manuals.
3. Identify sources of business software information such as newspapers, magazines, journals, user’s groups, and the Internet.
Integrate professional standards and ethical conduct.
1. Assess policies and procedures of the workplace environment.
2. Prepare documents using appropriate language and business terminology.
3. Critique personal workplace behaviors and skills.
4. Practice prioritizing and scheduling responsibilities.
5. Apply decision-making skills to problem-solving.

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 Projects:(4) Application based projects capstone projects (35%)	35%
Summative: Final Exam (20%)	20%
Formative: (10-15) Assignments/Blogs/Discussion Board/Quizzes (Equally weighted)	45%
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 240 Integrated Business Applications

Credits

Prerequisite

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