Maui Community College
Course Outline
1. Alpha and Number
BUSN
292
Course Title
Integrated Office Procedures - Capstone
Credits
Three (3)
Date of Outline
August 2007 (C. Carletta)
2. Course Description
Includes advanced word processing,
spreadsheet, database, integration of
applications, and creation of a web site.
Incorporates electronic presentations for
projects. Utilizes Microsoft or Corel Word
Perfect office applications. Applies electronic
presentations for projects. Prepares students
for Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS)
Core certification. Designed to support
students in bringing together all of the
elements of their learning in the Business
Technology program within a portfolio.
(Formerly BUS 292.)
3. Contact Hours/Type
Three (3) hours/Lecture
4. Prerequisites
BUSN 123 and BUSN 151 and BUSN 157, with
grade C or better; or consent.
Corequisites
Recommended Preparation
Approved By
Date
5. General Course Objectives
To develop proficiency beyond the basic introductory course in working with computer hardware and software applications widely used in business organizations. To provide the student
with the ability to work confidently and productively with tools such as word processing, spreadsheets, graphs, databases, presentation graphics, intranets and the internet and to apply these
tools to the solution of common business problems.
For detailed information on how BUSN 151 focuses on the Maui Community College general
education standards, see the attached curricular grids.
6. Student Learning Outcomes
For assessment purposes, these are linked to #7. Recommended course content.
Upon completion of this course, the student will
a) Define and explain specific terminology relating to word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, intranets, and the internet.
b) Use file system commands and utilities necessary to manage user files and folders in a
networked environment.
c) Use backup and recovery programs necessary to safeguard user data files in a networked
environment.
d) Use a word processor to produce a variety of basic business documents and simple desktop publishing documents.
e) Use a spreadsheet to analyze and present numeric information, graphs and charts and to
apply these tools to common business problems.
f) Use a database program to organize, store and retrieve business information using database forms, queries and reports.
g) Use a presentation graphics program as a tool to support and develop business communications skills and to create presentations with appropriate audio and visual components.
h) Use integration tools for sharing information between different applications such as word
processor and spreadsheet programs.
i) Use data acquisition tools such as scanners, optical character recognition, Internet searching, email and list servers to retrieve and store information for later use.
7. Recommended Course Content and Approximate Time Spent on Each Topic
Linked t o #6. Student Learning Outcomes
1-2 Weeks:
Data Acquisition Techniques (a, b, d, e, f, g, h, i)
2-3 Weeks:
Word Processing & Desktop Publishing (a, b, d, g, h, i)
3-4 Weeks:
Spreadsheets (a, b, e, h, i)
2-3 Weeks:
Presentation Graphics (a, b, g, i)
1-2 Weeks:
File Management, Backup & Recovery (a, b, c)
3-4 Weeks:
Database Applications (a, b, f, h, i)
0-3 Weeks:
Final Project or Other Applicable Topics (b, d, e, f, g)
8. Text and Materials, References Materials, Auxiliary Materials and Content
An appropriate text(s) and materials will be chosen at the time the course is to be offered from
those currently available in the field. Examples include:
Text:
Shelly, G.B., Cashman, T.J. and Vermaat, M.E., Microsoft Office 97, Advanced Concepts
and Techniques, International Thompson Publishing Company, Cambridge.
Materials:
Text(s) may be supplemented with:
Accompanying practice exercises if available
Articles, handouts and/or exercises prepared by the instructor
Magazine or newspaper articles
On-line materials
Other:
Appropriate films, videos or Internet sites
Television programs
Guest Speakers
Other instructional aids
9. Recommended Course Requirements and Evaluation
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the time the course is being offered. Suggested requirements might include, but are not limited to:
40-80%
20-60%
0-30%
20-60%
0-30%
0-40%
0-20%
Written or oral examinations
Practical examinations
In-class exercises
Homework assignments
Quizzes
Projects or research (written reports and/or oral class presentations)
Attendance and/or class participation
10. Methods of Instruction
Instructional methods vary considerable with instructors and specific instructional methods will
be at the discretion of the instructor teaching the course. Suggested techniques might include,
but are not limited to:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
lecture, problem solving, and class exercises or readings
class discussions or guest lectures
audio, visual or presentations involving the Internet
visual step-by-step instruction with students following along
student class presentations
group or individual projects
other contemporary learning techniques (e.g., Service Learning, Co-op, School-to-Work,
self-paced, etc.)
COWIQ Curricular Grids
Assessment of Program Learning Outcomes - Business Technology2004
Specialty- AAS1- Information Processing
Standard 1: Written Communication
CC
CA
ACC
124
1
ACC
201
1
BUSN
157
2
BUSN
261
1
BUSN
232
1
BUSN
193V
1
BUSN
292
1
BUSN
262
1
1.1 Use writing to discover and
2
3
articulate ideas
1.2 Identify and analyze the
3
3
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
audience and purpose for any
intended communication
1.3 Choose language, style and
3
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
organization appropriate to
particular purposes and audiences
1.4 Gather information and
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
document sources appropriately
1.5 Express a main idea as a
3
3
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
thesis, hypothesis, and other
appropriate content
1.6 Develop a main idea clearly
2
3
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
and concisely with appropriate
content
1.7 Demonstrate mastery of the
2
3
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
conventions of writing, including grammar, spelling, and
mechanics
1.8 Demonstrate proficiency in
3
3
1
1
3
3
1
revision and editing
1.9 Develop a personal voice in
3
3
0
0
1
0
1
1
0
0
written communication
Key:
3
Major Emphasis:: The student is actively involved (uses, reinforces, applies, and evaluated) in the student learning outcomes. The
learner outcome is the focus of the class.
2
Moderate Emphasis: The student uses, reinforces, applies and is evaluated by this learner outcome, but it is not the focus of the
class
1
Minor Emphasis: The student is provided an opportunity to use, reinforce, and apply this learner outcome but does not get evaluated on this learner outcome
0
No Emphasis: The student does not address this learner outcome
BUSN
237
1
2
2
2
0
1
1
3
1
NS
ELECT
S
ELE
Assessment of Program Learning Outcomes - Business Technology 2004
Specialty- AAS1- Information Processing
Standard 2: Quantitative Reasoning
CC
CA
ACC
124
3
ACC
201
3
BUSN
157
1
BUSN
261
1
BUSN
232
3
BUSN
193V
1
BUSN
292
1
BUSN
262
1
2.1 Apply numeric, graphic and
3
3
symbolic skills and other forms
of quantitative reasoning, accurately and appropriately
2.2 Demonstrate mastery of
3
3
2
2
0
0
2
0
1
1
mathematical concepts, skills,
and applications, using technology when appropriate
2.3 Communicate clearly and
3
3
2
2
0
0
2
0
0
0
concisely the methods and
results of quantitative problem
solving
2.4 Formulate and test hypothe1
1
0
0
0
0
2
0
0
0
ses using numerical experimentation
2.5 Define quantitative issues
1
1
3
3
0
0
3
0
0
0
and problems, gather relevant
information, analyze that information, and present results
2.6 Assess the validity of statis1
2
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
tical conclusions
Key:
3
Major Emphasis:: The student is actively involved (uses, reinforces, applies, and evaluated) in the student learning outcomes. The
learner outcome is the focus of the class.
2
Moderate Emphasis: The student uses, reinforces, applies and is evaluated by this learner outcome, but it is not the focus of the
class
1
Minor Emphasis: The student is provided an opportunity to use, reinforce, and apply this learner outcome but does not get evaluated on this learner outcome
0
No Emphasis: The student does not address this learner outcome
BUSN
237
2
2
2
2
3
1
NS
ELECT
E
Assessment of Program Learning Outcomes - Business Technology 2004
Specialty- AAS1- Information Processing
Standard 3: Information Retrieval and Technology
CC
C
A
3
ACC
124
2
ACC
201
2
BUSN
157
2
BUSN
261
1
BUSN
232
2
BUSN
193V
1
BUSN
292
1
BUSN
262
1
3.1 Use print and electronic
3
information technology ethically and responsibly
3.2 Demonstrate knowledge of
3
3
1
1
3
2
2
2
2
2
basic vocabulary, concepts, and
operations of information technology and retrieval
3.3 Recognize, identify, and
3
3
1
1
1
2
3
2
2
2
define an information need
3.4 Access and retrieve infor3
3
2
3
1
2
3
2
2
2
mation through print and electronic media, evaluating the
accuracy and authenticity of
that information
3.5 Create, manage, organize,
3
3
1
1
3
2
3
2
2
2
and communicate information
through electronic media
3.6 Recognize changing tech3
3
0
0
2
2
2
2
2
2
nologies and make informed
choices about their appropriateness and use
Key:
3
Major Emphasis:: The student is actively involved (uses, reinforces, applies, and evaluated) in the student learning outcomes. The
learner outcome is the focus of the class.
2
Moderate Emphasis: The student uses, reinforces, applies and is evaluated by this learner outcome, but it is not the focus of the
class
1
Minor Emphasis: The student is provided an opportunity to use, reinforce, and apply this learner outcome but does not get evaluated on this learner outcome
0
No Emphasis: The student does not address this learner outcome
BUSN
237
2
2
3
3
3
2
NS
ELECT
S
ELE
Assessment of Program Learning Outcomes - Business Technology 2004
Specialty- AAS1- Information Processing
Standard 4: Oral Communication
CC
CA
ACC
124
1
ACC
201
1
BUSN
157
1
BUSN
261
1
BUSN
232
1
BUSN
193V
1
BUSN
292
1
BUSN
262
1
4.1 Identify and analyze the
3
3
audience and purpose of any
intended communication.
4.2 Gather, evaluate, select, and
2
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
organize information for the
communication.
4.3 Use language, techniques,
3
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
and strategies appropriate to the
audience and occasion.
4.4 Speak clearly and confi3
3
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
dently, using the voice, volume,
tone, and articulation appropriate to the audience and occasion
4.5 Summarize, analyze, and
2
3
1
1
0
1
1
1
0
1
evaluate oral communications
and ask coherent questions as
needed.
4.6 Use competent oral expres2
3
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
sion to initiate and sustain
discussion.
Key:
3
Major Emphasis:: The student is actively involved (uses, reinforces, applies, and evaluated) in the student learning outcomes. The
learner outcome is the focus of the class.
2
Moderate Emphasis: The student uses, reinforces, applies and is evaluated by this learner outcome, but it is not the focus of the
class
1
Minor Emphasis: The student is provided an opportunity to use, reinforce, and apply this learner outcome but does not get evaluated on this learner outcome
0
No Emphasis: The student does not address this learner outcome
BUSN
237
1
1
1
1
1
1
NS
ELECT
E
Assessment of Program Learning Outcomes - Business Technology 2004
Specialty- AAS1- Information Processing
Standard 5: Critical Thinking
CC
CA
ACC
124
2
ACC
201
2
BUSN
157
1
BUSN
261
1
BUSN
232
2
BUSN
193V
1
BUSN
292
1
BUSN
262
1
5.1 Identify and state problems,
2
3
issues, arguments, and questions contained in a body of
information.
5.2 Identify and analyze as2
3
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
sumptions and underlying
points of view relating to an
issue or problem.
5.3 Formulate research ques1
2
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
tions that require descriptive
and explanatory analyses.
5.4 Recognize and understand
1
3
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
multiple modes of inquiry,
including investigative methods
based on observation and analysis.
5.5 Evaluate a problem, distin0
3
3
3
2
1
2
1
1
1
guishing between relevant and
irrelevant facts, opinions, assumptions, issues, values, and
biases through the use of appropriate evidence.
5.6 Apply problem-solving
1
3
2
2
2
1
3
1
1
1
techniques and skills, including
the rules of logic and logical
sequence.
5.7 Synthesize information
1
3
3
3
1
1
2
1
0
1
from various sources, drawing
appropriate conclusions
5.8 Communicate clearly and
1
3
3
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
concisely the methods and
results of logical reasoning
5.9 Reflect upon and evaluate
2
3
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
their thought processes, value
systems, and world views in
comparison to those of others
Key:
3
Major Emphasis:: The student is actively involved (uses, reinforces, applies, and evaluated) in the student learning outcomes. The
learner outcome is the focus of the class.
2
Moderate Emphasis: The student uses, reinforces, applies and is evaluated by this learner outcome, but it is not the focus of the
class
1
Minor Emphasis: The student is provided an opportunity to use, reinforce, and apply this learner outcome but does not get evaluated on this learner outcome
0
No Emphasis: The student does not address this learner outcome
BUSN
237
2
1
1
0
2
3
2
1
0
NS
ELECT