BUSINESS COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS II
COSC 1401
JANET FLUSCHE
2009 - 2010
I. Course Title: Business Computer Information Systems II
Introduction to Computers (COSC 1401)
II. Course Description: Prepares students with advanced technology skills required by the
business environment. Applications include using workplace standard technologies in word
processing, spreadsheet, database, telecommunications, desktop publishing, presentation
management, networking, operating systems, and emerging technologies.
III: Course Performance Objectives:
• Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate school, work, or home situations and apply technology to
complete information-processing tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Use and customize the capabilities of the operating system utilities to solve interface and
operational issues.
• Access the Internet and learn to use the browse, search, and hyperlink capabilities of Web
browsers.
• Create, design, and produce professional documents using word processing software (Word).
Functions include formatting with special features, working with shared documents, creating
specialized tables and indexes, using macros and styles, and integrating clip art, graphics, and
charts.
• Process, manipulate, represent, and analyze numeric data using spreadsheet software (Excel).
Functions include using advanced formatting techniques, entering advanced math functions,
working with lists, using the analysis tools, collaborating with workgroups, and importing and
exporting data.
• Design and create motivational slides using the advanced functions of presentation software
(PowerPoint); create images that contain hyperlinks, tables, clip art, and animation; and
deliver presentations in a variety of formats, including 35 mm, Web pages, and Netshow.
• Use Word Art to create organizational charts and draw and format objects in Word and Excel.
• Plan, structure, and create databases for efficient data access and retrieval using the advanced
functions of database software (Access). Functions include: modifying tables and forms,
refining queries, using advanced report functions, and defining relationships.
• Devise and execute strategies for merging and integrating source data from different
applications, using the commands for object linking and embedding files.
IV. Instructor:
Office:
Phone:
Conference:
Janet Flusche
CT 18
866-4440 Ext. 168
11:45 – 1:56
V: Textbook: Microsoft Office 2007 Advanced Concepts and Techniques Shelly Cashman
Series Course Technology
TOPIC
Microsoft Word 2007 MCAS Skills
Microsoft Excel 2007 MCAS Skills
Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 MCAS Skills
Microsoft Access 2007 MCAS Skills