DGM 2010
BUSINESS COMPUTER PROFICIENCY
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Basic Computer Applications
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a Concurrent Enrollment Course, offering both high school credit through __________ High School and
college credit through Utah Valley University. Credit from this course is transferable to all colleges and
universities. Contact the receiving institution for how the credits will be applied.
Requires students to become proficient in using spreadsheet, database, and presentation software programs for
business and personal use. Includes intermediate document formatting, styles, and collaboration tools;
electronic presentation creation; spreadsheet design, charts, list manipulation, and a variety of basic, financial,
statistical, and lookup functions; and database tables, forms, report generation, and queries. Students are
expected to have demonstrated proficiency in computer concepts, operating systems, Internet, e-mail, and
word processing before taking this course.
COURSE PREREQUISITES & CO REQUISITES
This class is available to all high school juniors and seniors in good academic standing. High school prerequisites
apply. DGM 1010 with a grade of B- or higher or Basic Computer Applications Exam with a score of 80% or
higher.
COURSE MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT
• Text and Software o Exploring Microsoft Office 2010, Volume 1, Poatsy, Hulett, Krebs, Mast, Mulbery, Hogan, Prentice Hall,
2011 and myITlab course management system (http://myitlab.com)
(sold as packet in UVU bookstore: ISBN 0558951023)
o Microsoft Office 2010
• Headphones - All students are recommended to provide their own (mini-stereo sized) headphones.
• Internet Access – Access necessary for accessing myITlab course management and assessment software.
COURSE OBJECTIVES & LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion you should be able to analyze information, solve problems, and communicate
information using common office software. Included, but not limited to the following:
Spreadsheet Skills
 Create, format, save, and print a spreadsheet.
 Name ranges and use named ranges in formulas.
 Create absolute, relative, and mixed cell addresses.
 Create formulas and functions including financial functions (NPV, PMT, FV, PV, RATE); database functions
(Vlookup, Hlookup, Today); conditional functions (IF); and statistical functions (AVERAGE, MAX, MIN,
COUNT).
 Embed and link content.
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Sort, filter, and subtotal data.
Create, modify, and format graphs.
Apply conditional formatting.
Print meeting defined criteria.
Manage time effectively in order to complete tasks on time.
Database Skills
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Create and manage a database.
Practice good database file management.
Create tables, forms, queries, and reports in datasheet view, design view, and using wizards.
Set field types and properties.
Sort, find, and filter records.
Define relationships.
Create complex queries using criteria.
Create a calculated field in a query.
Add Aggregate functions to datasheets and queries.
Import and export database data.
Manage time effectively in order to complete tasks on time.
Electronic Presentation Skills
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Create, format, save, display, and print a presentation.
Apply professional design principles.
Apply animation and transitions.
Insert and modify objects (clip art, images, SmartArt, tables, charts).
Embed and link content.
Enhance a presentation with media rich tools.
Manage time effectively in order to complete tasks on time.
COURSE PROCEDURES:
Course content for this class is broken into three modules: Excel (spreadsheets), Access (database) and
PowerPoint (presentations)). The content of each module is covered through reading assignments, practice
exercises, and graded assignments. Class attendance is expected.
GRADING POLICIES
Grades for this class are based on myITlab skill-based lessons, grader projects, and exams. For the Business
Computer Proficiency (BCP) endorsement which enables you to transfer credit for this class to other state
institutions, the exams are recorded only as pass/fail. In order to pass these exams for the BCP endorsement,
you must achieve a score of 80% or higher on each individual exam. If you pass all exams and achieve an overall
grade of “B-” or greater, you will earn the BCP endorsement on your transcript. For your class grade, the actual
score that you achieve on the exams will be recorded and used for your grade calculation. No tests for which
you receive 80% or higher can be retaken, so it is to your advantage to prepare well for the test the first time
you take it.
Grade Calculation Elements:
• myITlab Assignments
• myitlab Exams
40 %
60 %*
*Note: If you earn 100% on all exams but do not complete course assignments, the highest grade you can
receive for the course is a “D-”. Complete ALL assignments and score well on exams to receive your BCP
proficiency stamp on your transcript.
NOTICE: Your grade for this class will become part of your permanent college transcript and will affect your
GPA. A low grade in this course can affect college acceptance and scholarship eligibility.
Grading Scale
94 - 100 = A
73 - 76 = C
90 - 93 = A-
70 - 72 = C-
87 - 89 = B+
67 - 69 = D+
83 - 86 = B
63 - 66 = D
80 - 82 = B-
60 -62 = D-
77- 79 = C+
Below 60 = F
COURSE TOPICS/ TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (to show pace)
Week
1
Reading and Practice Assignments
Graded Assignments
Read: DGM 2010 Syllabus and review the schedule.
Excel Chapter 1 Skill-Based Training
Read: Excel Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION TO EXCEL
(pages 311-362 in the Office 2010 Volume 1 textbook)
Excel Chapter 1 Grader Project
Complete: Chapter 1 Hands-On Exercises 1 – 4.
Completing the hands-on exercises ensures you
understand the concepts and procedures required for
the graded assignments and exams.
Excel Chapter 2 Skill-Based Training
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Read: Excel Chapter 2 FORMULAS AND FUNCTIONS
(pages 373 - 408 in the Office 2010 Volume 1
textbook)
Excel Chapter 2 Grader Project
Complete: Chapter 2 Hands-On Exercises 1 - 4
3
Read: Excel Chapter 3 CHARTS (pages 421 – 461 in
the Office 2010 Volume 1 textbook)
Excel Chapter 3 Skill-Based Training
Excel Chapter 3 Grader Project
Complete: Chapter 3 Hands-On Exercises 1 – 3
4
Read: Excel Chapter 4 DATASETS AND TABLES (pages
473 – 518 in the Office 2010 Volume 1 textbook)
Excel Chapter 4 Skill-Based Training
Excel Chapter 4 Grader Project
Complete: Excel Chapter 4 Hands-On Exercises
1–4
5
Exam 1 EXCEL Chapters 1 – 4
6
Read: Access Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION TO ACCESS
(pages 531 – 567 in the Office 2010 Volume 1
textbook)
Access Chapter 1 Skill-Based Training
Access Chapter 1 Grader Project
Complete: Access Chapter 1 Hands-On Exercises 1 3
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Read: Access Chapter 2 RELATIONAL DATABASES
AND QUERIES (pages 579 – 633 in the Office 2010
Volume 1 textbook)
Access Chapter 2 Skill-Based Training
Access Chapter 2 Grader Project
Complete Hands-On Exercises 1 – 4
Continue Week 7
Complete Week 7 Assignments
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Read: Access Chapter 3 CUSTOMIZE, ANALYZE, AND
SUMMARIZE QUERY DATA (pages 649 - 682)
Access Chapter 3 Skill-Based Training
Access Chapter 3 Skill-Based Training
Complete : Access Chapter 3 Hands-On Exercises 1 4
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Read: Access Chapter 4 CREATING AND USING
PROFESSIONAL FORMS AND REPORTS (pages 693 –
747 in the Office 2010 Volume 1 textbook)
Access Chapter 4 Skill-Based Training
Access Chapter 4 Grader Project
Complete: Access Chapter 4 Hands-On Exercises 1 4
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Exam 2 ACCESS Chapters 1 – 4
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Read: PowerPoint Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION
TO POWERPOINT (pages 759 – 797 in the Office
2010 Volume 1 textbook)
Complete: Chapter1 Hands-On Exercises 1-4
PowerPoint Chapter 1 Skill-Based Training
PowerPoint Chapter 1 Grader Project
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Read: PowerPoint Chapter 2 PRESENTATION
DEVELOPMENT (pages 809 – 837 in the Office
2010 Volume 1 textbook)
PowerPoint Chapter 2 Skill-Based Training
PowerPoint Chapter 2 Grader Project
Complete: Chapter2 Hands-On Exercises 1-4
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Read: PowerPoint Chapter 3 PRESENTATION
DESIGN (pages 851 – 902 in the Office 2010
Volume 1 textbook)
PowerPoint Chapter 3 Skill-Based Training
PowerPoint Chapter 3 Grader Project
Complete: Chapter 3 Hands-On Exercises
1-3
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Read: PowerPoint Chapter 4 POWERPOINT
RICH MEDIA TOOLS (pages 919 – 965 in the
Office 2010 Volume 1 textbook)
PowerPoint Chapter 4 Skill-Based Training
PowerPoint Chapter 4 Grader Project
Complete: Chapter 4 Hands-On Exercises
1–4
Exam 3 POWERPOINT and MAKE-UP TEST If you missed an exam or earned less
than 80% on an exam, you may make-up ONE exam during your scheduled Final Exam
time (if you have time after the PowerPoint exam). Be in class promptly at the start time
for your exam.
DROPPING THE CLASS
_________ is the last day to drop the course without it showing on your transcript.
_________ is the last day to withdraw from the class
If you drop the high school class, you must also withdraw from the UVU class to avoid receiving an E or UW
(unofficial withdrawal).
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Utah Valley University expects all students to maintain integrity and high standards of individual honesty in
academic work, to obey the law, and to show respect for others.
Students of this class are expected to support an environment of academic integrity, have the right to such an
environment, and should avoid all aspects of academic dishonesty. Examples of academic dishonesty include
plagiarizing, faking of data, sharing information during an exam, discussing an exam with another student who
has not taken the exam, consulting reference material during an exam, submitting a written assignment which
was authored by someone other than you, and/or cheating in any form. Violators of this policy will be subject to
disciplinary action.
In keeping with UVU policy, evidence of academic dishonesty may result in a failing grade in the course and
disciplinary review by the college. Additional information on this topic is published in the student handbook and
is available on the UVU website.
ATTENTION STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you have any disability, which may impair your ability to
successfully, complete this course, please contact the Accessibility Services office, 863-8747, BU 146. Academic
accommodations are granted for all students who have qualified documented disabilities. All services are
coordinated with the Accessibility Services office.