LEWIS-CLARK STATE COLLEGE
BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY & SERVICE
SYLLABUS
COURSE TITLE:
COURSE NUMBER:
CREDIT HOURS:
SEMESTER:
INSTRUCTOR:
OFFICE:
OFFICE TELEPHONE:
E-MAIL ADDRESS:
OFFICE HOURS:
CLASS ROOM:
PREREQUISITE:
REQUIRED TEXT:
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Word Processing (Word 2013)
WRPPT 200-01
1 to 6
Fall 2015
Verna L. Studer, Professor
SGC 200A
792-2483
vstuder@lcsc.edu
Monday/Wednesay 10 – 11:45 a.m.
SGC 215
WRPPT 100 – Keyboarding, or equivalent competency
Keyboarding and Word Processing, 19e, Lessons 1-110. Van
Huss, Forde, Woo, and Robertson. Southwestern, Cengage
Learning, 2014
KPDO Access Code (costs about $60 for first 3 credits and
additional $60 for last 3 credits) Do NOT logon until your
instructor tells you to.
Memory stick, the first day of class
SPECIAL NOTES:
Check answer keys for format before turning in documents. KPDO 2 checks words but does not check format.
PURPOSE:
This course is designed to provide instruction needed to meet curriculum requirements in the area of word
processing for students completing a degree option within the Business Technology & Service Division. Within
the environment of a self-paced classroom, the student will strive to achieve a high level of skill in processing
error-free documents. Mastering this level will allow the student to perform word processing tasks successfully
in the work world.
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
In this course, students will participate in lecture, classroom instruction, and independent and individualized
activities. These methods will allow students to develop their keying skill and speed, to develop and maintain
healthy posture and habits, to learn formatting rules, and to use critical thinking and problem solving when
applying appropriate formats to business documents.
The daily schedule includes:
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performing a minimum of three timed writings during the class period: one at the beginning of class,
one directly following break, and one prior to leaving the class. If students are having difficulty obtaining
the required speed for the credit they are in, more than three timed writings each day will be required to be
successful. If students are keying in the 50-60 words per minute range, only one timed writing per day is
necessary.
Additional timed writings are available in the Skill Builder sections of the textbook. Skill Builders are listed in
the Table of Contents. To access these timed writings, click on the clock on the main KPDO menu.
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performing tension-relieving and relaxation exercises (as assigned) following break to develop healthy
habits to carry into the workplace.
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printing out a report of the lessons after the credit is completed. To print the report, go to the Main Menu,
Click on Reports, Summary Report, and print. Turn in the report to the instructor before taking the test.
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completing ALL assignments for each lesson and turning in all assignments listed in the syllabus as EACH
is completed. You may skip Communication activities, Internet, and Email Activities.
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correcting imperfect documents until the documents are perfect.
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asking questions when unsure about a process, but only after carefully checking the textbook for the answer.
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using the sample formats in the reference section of the textbook as a guide for formatting business
documents.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
When correcting documents in KPDO, the errors will be highlighted. Scroll down to the bottom of the
document, and the specific errors will be listed.
With turning in a document with page numbers, headers, or footers, the document must be printed in KPDO
and in Word. The above features don’t appear in KPDO.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Earned Variable Credits
Word Processing is a six-credit class. Students will receive a credit after completing all of the requirements for
that credit. Three credits are usually the maximum that can be completed in one semester. Planning the
semester well is imperative for the student to complete the registered credits. If the student cannot complete all
the credits according to the timeline on Page 8, the student must drop at least one variable credit.
Timed Writings
As the students advance through each credit of WP 200, they must increase their speed, keeping accuracy. The
required speed is listed on the turn-in assignment sheet for each credit. Three different timed writings are
required for each credit. Timed writings must be for three minutes with three or fewer errors.
Textbooks and KPDO
The students will have purchased the Lessons 1-110 textbook, which may include KPDO (online work station)
Access Code. You may purchase the Access Code online and buy a used book. This program is accessible
online so that students can complete lessons at home. To use the program at home, students will need:
 A PC with high-speed Internet connection,
 Windows 7/ Windows 8/ or Windows 8.1
 Firefox browser
 Microsoft Word 2013 installed on your computer,
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A password and username for www.cengagebrain.com
An access code for KPDO which corresponds to the book you are using (see Blackboard document),
the Course Code from your instructor (see Blackboard document)
Microsoft Visual Studio Tools for Office Version 3 or higher
Flash Player 10.3 or higher
KPDO Client Tools Plug-in
KPDO Word 2013 Add In
Tests
After completing all exercises and timed writings, students must:
1. schedule test with the instructor, and
2. study and practice for the test.
E-mail Account
You are required to use LCMail powered by Google for this course. All announcements will be sent to your LC
Mail account. Please do not ask me to e-mail you at another address.
Instructor Expectations
 The students should work consistently and constantly to achieve a high level of skill which is directly
related to later on-the-job performance.
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Students should carefully follow the instructions for each document. Reading carefully the first time is
more efficient than having to go back and make corrections because directions were not followed.
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Students should call in if they cannot be to class on time or if they will miss a class.
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Students will begin work on the assigned computer within five minutes of class starting time. If students are
not at their computers in that first five minutes, students from other classes may use the computer, and the
tardy students lose their right to the computer that day. BE ON TIME! If a student has repeated absences,
the computer assigned to him/her may be reassigned to another student for more productive use of the
computer.
METHODS OF EVALUATION:
For the assignments turned in, an assignment with no (0) errors receives four (4) points. An assignment with
one or more (1+) errors will be returned to the student for correction. The student will make the correction(s),
staple the original and the re-do together, and turn them in to the instructor again. One re-do is worth three (3)
points, and the second is worth two (2) points.
A grade of “C” or higher must be earned on each component (turned-in assignments, timed writings, work
ethic, and performance test) before continuing on to the next credit. When the student earns more than one
credit per semester, an average of these grades will determine the student’s final grade for the semester.
Tests
The only time limit is that it must be completed within one class period.
If a student fails the test the first time, one redo of the test is allowed. The highest grade possible for the redo
test is a C. If a student fails the test a second time, the entire credit must be repeated.
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Grading of Test Documents
Documents will be scored as follows:
Errors
0-1
2
3
More than 3
Grade
A
B
C
F
Progress and success depend on attendance. If a student has repeated absences, the final grade for that
semester may be lowered one grade level for every ten hours missed.
Any student found using another student’s assignments and/or doing assignments or timed writings for
another student will receive an “F” for the number of credits for which he/she is registered for the
course. These credits must be repeated during a later semester for the student to receive credit toward
completion of his/her certificate or degree.
Credits will be earned as follows:
Course grade:
Completion of Lessons 26-35
Completion of Lessons 38-47
Completion of Lessons 50-59; 76-78
Completion of Lessons 61-67
Completion of Lessons 84-87; 90
Completion of Lessons 60-110 simulations
1 credit
1 credit
1 credit
1 credit
1 credit
1 credit
Turned-in assignments
Timed Writings
Performance Tests
Work Ethic
25%
25%
40%
10%
Grading Scale:
3.5 – 4.0
3.0 – 3.49
2.0 – 2.99
=A
=B
=C
COURSE OBJECTIVES/GOALS: STUDENT OUTCOMES/GOALS/OBJECTIVES:
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6.
Use basic commands and functions of Microsoft Word 2013.
Format and key standard memos.
Format and key block and modified block letters and attached envelopes.
Format and key two-page unbound, left-bound reports, and multiple-paged reports.
Format long references and title pages.
Create tables using the Table function including shading, formulas, merging and splitting cells and adjusting
column widths.
7. Format and edit tables and apply left, right, center, and decimal tabs.
8. Use SmartArt and WordArt.
9. Key from rough draft using proofreader’s marks.
10. Revise and edit documents.
11. Format two-page letters and memos.
12. Learn special letter parts and envelopes.
13. Prepare memos from templates.
14. Use alternate table formats, perform math calculations, and sort.
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15. Convert tables to text and draw tables.
16. Insert tabs in tables.
17. Format business reports with preliminary pages and section breaks.
18. Format reports with endnotes, footnotes, and hyperlinks.
19. Format documents with graphics, columns, and other design enhancements.
20. Format reports in columns.
21. Apply watermarks.
22. Format agendas, minutes, itineraries, news releases and labels.
23. Add comments to agendas.
24. Track changes of minutes.
25. Create mail merge documents, edit the data source, and sort and filter records.
26. Merge using Access or Excel as the data source.
27. Apply custom design elements to documents.
28. Create and use bookmarks.
29. Incorporate Excel charts in newsletters and Word tables.
30. Create index, cross reference, and table of contents electronically.
31. Create, run, and edit macros.
32. Create, use, and protect forms.
33. Add and remove buttons from the Toolbar.
34. Create styles and templates.
35. Create master documents and subdocuments and edit subdocuments.
36. Create online resume and newsletters.
37. Compose and format employment documents.
38. Create outlines in reports.
39. Format reports with styles and embedded objects.
40. Create simple Web pages.
41. Key a minimum of 50 words per minute on a three-minute timed writing with no more than three (3) errors
by end of six credits
CONSUMER INFORMATION
In 2008, the federal government required all post-secondary institutions offering federal financial aid programs to provide
key data to both prospective and current students. To comply with this requirement, Lewis-Clark State College has
developed a consumer information page, which may be accessed at http://www.lcsc.edu/studentconsumerinformation/
SPECIAL ACCOMODATIONS
If you need course adaptations or accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical
information to share with me, or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated,
please make an appointment to talk with me. Students who request special accommodations should present a
Faculty Notification Form from Disability Services which is located in the Student Counseling Center, RCH
111. Doug Steele is coordinator of Disability Services. If you have questions or concerns, please call extension
2211.
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Students have the responsibility for knowing their program requirements, course requirements, and other information
associated with their enrollment at LCSC. Students should review the LCSC General Catalog
(http://www.lcsc.edu/catalog/) and the LCSC Student Handbook (available at
http://www.lcsc.edu/studentservices/contactus.htm) for more information.
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ACCIDENTS/STUDENT INSURANCE
Students participating in LCSC classes normally must look to their personal health insurance policy (Student Health
Insurance Plan or comparable private coverage) should an accident occur. In the event of an accident, please seek medical
help, if necessary, and report the incident to LCSC Security (792-2226). Fieldtrips or other special student activities may
also require students to submit a signed participation waiver (forms can be obtained from the supporting Division Office).
ENROLLMENT VERIFICATION/ATTENDANCE
Students who are not actively pursuing their classes may have to repay part or all of their financial aid awards depending
upon the circumstances.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Academic dishonesty, which includes cheating and plagiarism, is not tolerated at LCSC. Individual faculty members will
impose their own policies and sanctions regarding academic dishonesty. Students who are accused of being academically
dishonest may be referred to the Dean of Student Services for official disciplinary action.
ILLEGAL FILE SHARING
Students using LCSC’s computers and/or computer network must comply with the college’s appropriate use policies and
are prohibited from illegally downloading or sharing data files of any kind. Specific information about the college’s
technology policies and its protocols for combating illegal file sharing may be found on the Dean of Student Services’
web page (http://www.lcsc.edu/studentservices/).
CULTURAL DIVERSITY
Lewis-Clark State College enhances and promotes the free exchange of ideas in an environment that celebrates
the dignity, worth, and contributions of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Regardless of race, color, age, sex,
religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation, you will be treated and respected as a human
being. http://www.lcsc.edu/culturaldiversity/
CELL PHONES
I expect courtesy in the classroom. Please either turn OFF the cell phone or change the ring to buzz (for
emergencies) prior to entering the classroom. If you are called and feel that you MUST (for emergencies) use
the cell phone, please look at the telephone number but do NOT answer the telephone until you have exited the
classroom. In addition, talking on the telephone in the classroom at any time (even after class) is considered
discourteous. Please use the telephone OUTSIDE of the classroom.
LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER:
The LRC, located in Sam Glenn 218A, provides a computer lab and tutoring services for students in
professional-technical programs. There is also a scanner, copier and printer available for student use. Because
it hosts study groups and encourages students to assist one another, the LRC is not always a quiet lab, but it
does its best to contribute to your learning experience.
STAYING HEALTHY:
In order to control the spread of germs and illnesses, BTS has provided hand sanitizers and Kleenexes for each
classroom. BTS expects that you will clean your hands when you enter EACH classroom
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TIMETABLE FOR COMPLETION OF CREDITS
(Dates differ for Monday/Wednesday classes and Tuesday/Thursday classes)
One Credit
Aug 24/25
Two Credits
Begin
Three Credits**
Aug 24/25
Begin
½ way thru
Begin
Sep 30/Oct 1
1st test
completed; 1st
credit earned
Nov 2/3
All work must
be completed
and graded prior
to testing
Nov 4/5
2nd test
completed; 2nd
credit earned
All work must
be completed
and graded prior
to testing
All work must
be completed
and graded prior
to testing
1st test
completed; 1st
credit earned
Oct 12/13
Oct 14/15
Aug 24/25
Sep 28/29
Oct 14/15
Dec 7/8
All work must
be completed
and graded prior
to testing
Dec 7/8
All work must
be completed
and graded prior
to testing
Dec 7/8
All work must
be completed
and graded prior
to testing
Dec 9/10
1st test
completed; 1st
credit earned
Dec 9/10
2nd test
completed; 2nd
credit earned
Dec 9/10
3rd test
completed; 3rd
credit earned
Must complete at LEAST one
chapter a week to finish on time
*Must complete at LEAST two
** Must complete at LEAST
chapters a week to finish on time. three chapters a week to finish
on time.
*If the student does not complete a test by the due dates above, the student MUST drop one
variable credit. The student MAY or MAY NOT continue working in the next credit, but the
teacher has the choice to grade papers or not.
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WORD PROCESSING
Credit 1
Read and complete Lessons 26 through 35, Modules 3 and 4.
Complete each step in all of the lessons, and turn in the items listed in the table below.
TURN-IN ASSIGNMENTS
Credit 1
Module
Document
Page No.
28-d2
101
3
30-d2
115
32-d1
124
32-d2*
124
33-d2
129
33-d3
130
4
34-d2
134
35-d1
138
35-d2
138
35-d3
138
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Do NOT complete Lesson 31
and 36 Palmetto Event
Solutions, Inc.
Lesson 37 is an assessment.
The assessments are not
required, but completing the
assessment prior to Credit 1 test
is recommended.
Communication activities are
not required.
*Lesson 32-d2: remove second
hyperlink to satisfy KPDO.
After completing all exercises and timed writings, students must:
1. print and submit the Timings Report
2. print and submit the Summary Report, which lists all completed exercises.
3. schedule test with the instructor, and
4. study and practice for the test.
Timings for Credit 1
Three different timed writings are required for each credit. Timed writings must be for three minutes with three
or fewer errors.
TIMING
LENGTH
3 minute
ERROR
WORDS PER
TOLERANCE
MINUTE
GRADE
3
41+
A
37-40
B
32-36
C
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WORD PROCESSING
Credit 2
Read and complete Lessons 38 through 47, Modules 5 and 6.
Complete each step in all of the lessons, and turn in the items listed in the table below.
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TURN-IN ASSIGNMENTS
Credit 2
Module
Document
Page No.
38-d2
148
39-d2
154
5
40-d3
159
41-d3
164
43-d2
177
44-d2
184
45-d2
189
6
46-d2
199
47-d2
204
47-d3
204
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Do NOT complete Lesson 42
and 48 Palmetto Event
Solutions, Inc.
Lesson 45-d2 tells you to Enter
twice after Title. Enter only
once.
Lesson 49 is an Assessment:
the assessments are not
required, but completing the
assessments prior to Credit 2
test is recommended.
Communication activities are
not required.
After completing all exercises and timed writings, students must:
1. print and submit the Timings Report
2. print and submit the Summary Report, which lists all completed exercises.
3. schedule test with the instructor, and
4. study and practice for the test.
Timings for Credit 2
Three different timed writings are required for each credit. Timed writings must be for three minutes with three
or fewer errors.
TIMING
LENGTH
3 minute
ERROR
WORDS PER
TOLERANCE
MINUTE
GRADE
3
45+
A
41-44
B
38-40
C
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WORD PROCESSING
Credit 3
Read and complete Lessons 50 - 52 and 56 - 59 and 76 through 78, Modules 7, 10, and 13.
Complete each step in all of the lessons, and turn in the items listed in the table below.
TURN-IN ASSIGNMENTS
Credit 3
Module
Document
Page No.
50-d1
218
51-d2
225
5
52-d1
229
56-d3
265
57-d3
271
58-d3
276
59-d2
281
6
76-d1
373
77-d3
381
78-d4
385
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Do NOT complete Lesson 53 –
55 Palmetto Event Solutions,
Inc.
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Do NOT complete Lessons 60,
75, and 79 Hess Office Park
documents.
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Do not complete Lesson 51-d1
and 52-d2.
After completing all exercises and timed writings, students must:
1. print and submit the Timings Report
2. print and submit the Summary Report, which lists all completed exercises.
3. schedule test with the instructor, and
4. study and practice for the test.
Timings for Credit 3
Three different timed writings are required for each credit. Timed writings must be for three minutes with three
or fewer errors.
TIMING
LENGTH
3 minute
ERROR
WORDS PER
TOLERANCE
MINUTE
GRADE
3
48+
A
45-47
B
40-43
C
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WORD PROCESSING
Credit 4
Read and complete Lessons 61 through 67 and 70 through 74, Modules 11, 12.
Complete each step in all of the lessons, and turn in the items listed in the table below.
TURN-IN ASSIGNMENTS
Credit 4
Module
Document
Page No.
62-d2
295
63-d5
301
64-d1
306
11
65-d2
311
66-d2
316
67-d2
320
70-d2
337
71-d2
346
12
73-d2
356
74-d2
360
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Do NOT complete Lesson 68,
and 75 Hess Office Park.
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Lesson 69 is an Assessment
Lesson: the assessments are not
required, but completing the
assessments prior to Credit 4
Test is recommended.
After completing all exercises and timed writings, students must:
1. print and submit the Timings Report
2. print and submit the Summary Report, which lists all completed exercises.
3. schedule test with the instructor, and
4. study and practice for the test.
Timings for Credit 4 of Word Processing
Three different timed writings are required for each credit. Timed writings must be for three minutes with three
or fewer errors.
TIMING
LENGTH
3 minute
ERROR
WORDS PER
TOLERANCE
MINUTE
GRADE
3
52+
A
48-51
B
44-47
C
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WORD PROCESSING
Credit 5
Read and complete Lessons 84 – 90, Modules 15 and 16.
Complete each step in all of the lessons, and turn in the items listed in the table below.
TURN-IN ASSIGNMENTS
Credit 5
Module
Document
Page No.
84-d1
409
84-d2
409
84-d3
409
85-d1
414
15
85-d2
416
86-d2
420
86-d3
422
87-d2
423
16
90-d3
440
90-d1
441
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Do NOT complete Lesson 88,
89, Hess Office Park.
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Do not complete
Communication activies
After completing all exercises and timed writings, students must:
1. print and submit the Timings Report
2. print and submit the Summary Report, which lists all completed exercises.
3. schedule test with the instructor, and
4. study and practice for the test.
Timings for Credit 5
Three different timed writings are required for each credit. Timed writings must be for three minutes with three
or fewer errors.
TIMING
LENGTH
3 minute
ERROR
WORDS PER
TOLERANCE
MINUTE
GRADE
3
55+
A
51-54
B
48-50
C
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WORD PROCESSING
Credit 6
Complete all lessons in the following modules:
Module 10, Lesson 60 Hess Office Park
Module 11, Lesson 68 Hess Office Park
Module 12, Lesson 75 Hess Office Park
Module 13, Lesson 79 Hess Office Park
Module 14, Lesson 81-83 Hess Pet Center I
Module 15, Lesson 88 Hess Office Park
Module 19, Lesson 105-107 Hess Pet Center II
Module 20, Lesson 110 Hess Office Park
TURN-IN ASSIGNMENTS
Credit 6
Module
Document
Page No.
10
60-d2
283
11
68-d2
323
12
75-d3
363
13
79-d1
387
14
81-83, 14-d6
398
14
81-83, 14-d10
403
15
88-d5
428
19
105-107, 19-d1
507
105-107, 19-d-7
512
20
110-d1
540
Module 6 is an office simulation
which offers students the
opportunity to demonstrate their
ability to prepare business
documents for one company in a
professional manner.
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Do not complete “Compose
Memo”
Do not complete 19-d8 to 19d11
After completing all exercises and timed writings, students must:
1. print and submit the Timings Report
2. print and submit the Summary Report, which lists all completed
exercises.
3. schedule test with the instructor, and
4. study and practice for the test.
Timings for Credit 6
Three different timed writings are required for each credit. Timed writings must be for three
minutes with three or fewer errors.
TIMING
LENGTH
3 minute
ERROR
WORDS PER
TOLERANCE
MINUTE
GRADE
3
58+
A
54-57
B
50-53
C
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