Chabot College
Fall 2010
Course Outline for Computer Application Systems 100
ADAPTED COMPUTER KEYBOARDING
Catalog Description:
100 - Adapted Computer Keyboarding
(May be repeated 3 times)
3 units
Introduction to the correct keyboarding techniques and familiarity with the entire computer keyboard,
including the number pad with emphasis on adaptive, one handed, and ergonomic keyboarding skills.
This course is designed for students with disabilities. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
[Typical contact hours: lecture 35, laboratory 52.5]
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
demonstrate use of the keyboard alphabetic characters by touch;
demonstrate keyboard numbers and symbols by touch;
perform basic computer parts, functions, and operations;
demonstrate correct posture and finger placement, individually designed for student’s
disability.
Course Content (Lecture):
1.
2.
3.
4.
Adaptive alphabetic keyboarding skills
Adaptive numeric and symbol keyboarding skills
Function keys and basic computer operation
Correct posture and finger placement, unless student has to revise finger placement because
of hand disability
5. Repetitive stress injury prevention
Course Content (Laboratory):
1. Hands-on alphabetic, figure, and symbol keys
2. Hands-on skill building exercises
3. Hands-on timed writing exercises
Methods of Presentation:
1. Laboratory
2. Discussions
3. Instructor demonstrations of correct posture and keyboarding techniques
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Typical Assignments
a. Work through a hands-on tutorial
b. Practice software drill assignments
c. Practice textbook drill assignments
d. Complete hand/eye coordination assignments
Chabot College
Course Outline for Computer Application Systems 100, Page 2
Fall 2010
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Blank keyboard memorization
b. Speed timing quizzes, starting with one-minute sentences
c. Timed written work with a speed of at least 10 to 15 words per minute, depending on
disability
d. Quizzes and final examination
Textbook(s) (Typical):
College Keyboarding, Version 5, Lessons 1-25, Southwestern Publishing Company, 2008
Special Student Materials:
1. Portable storage device (USB drive)
2. Headphones
3. Keyboarding Software (optional)
JCB
CAS 100 course outline
Revised: Sept2009, Dec2009