BUSINESS OFFICE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
Course Syllabus for Summer
2008 (200901)
INSTRUCTOR: Karen H. Carpenter
COURSE
NAME: BUS
100, Introduction to Keyboarding
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HOURS: |
Class/Week
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PHONE: |
706-756-4560 |
EMAIL: KCarpenter@westgatech.edu
PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITES: Provisional admission
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introduces the touch system of keyboarding placing emphasis on correct techniques. Topics include: learning the alphabetic keyboard, the numeric keyboard and keypad, building speed and accuracy, and proofreading. Students attain a minimum 25 GWAM (gross words a minute) on three 3-minute timings with no more than 3 uncorrected errors.
COMPETENCY AREAS: Learning the alphabetic keyboard; Learning the numeric keypad; Building speed and accuracy; Building proofreading skills
TEXTBOOKS
AND MATERIALS:
Required:
Keyboarding
Course, Lessons 1-25, 17th edition; VanHuss, Forde, & Woo;
ISBN-10: 0538730269; ISBN-13: 9780538730266.
Keyboarding Pro Deluxe (ISBN
9780538730068) or Keyboarding
Pro 5
(ISBN 9780538730662) (on campus computers)
Portable
storage device (i.e., flash drive)
Ear phones
(on-campus students) or speakers
Writing
instrument
A moderate amount of intelligence, common sense,
and the ability to read and follow directions.
Optional:
Wrist rest (recommended, although a rolled-up towel works great)
INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES/METHODS
Lecture/Demonstration
PowerPoint presentations
Critical Thinking: You will be required to proofread and edit documents.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE COURSE:
This course is designed to teach touch keyboarding to learners with no previous keyboarding experience. Using a text/software program, the touch system of alphanumeric keyboarding is introduced using an easy-to-follow, concise, step-by-step approach. With additional speed and skillbuilding drills, students should attain a minimum keyboarding speed of 25 wam (words a minute) on at least three (3) official 3-minute timed writings with no more than 3 errors. Topics include: alphabetic and numeric symbols, as well as skillbuilding techniques/drills.
GRADING SYSTEM:
Grading Scale: 90 - 100 = A; 80 - 89 = B; 70 - 79 = C; 60 - 69 = D; Below 60 = F
Minimum Course Grade Required for Progress: C
You must pass this course in order to take BUS 101.
STUDENTS MUST ACHIEVE A MINIMUM OF A "C" OR BETTER IN EACH COMPETENCY AREA TO PROGRESS. IF A STUDENT EARNS LESS THAN A "C" IN A COMPETENCY AREA, HE/SHE WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PROGRESS.
Student Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- Use correct fingers to key alphabetic keys by touch.
- Use correct fingers to key the numeric keypad keys by touch.
- Key from straight copy at a minimum rate of 25 GWAM for 3 minutes, with a maximum of 3 uncorrected errors.
- Demonstrate the ability to locate and correct errors.
- Demonstrate the ability to use proofreaders' marks by making appropriate changes in copy.
Course Evaluation:
Speed:
35%
(at end of quarter, best 3 straight-copy timed writings as indicated above)
Tests
15%
(Module 1, Module 2, Proofreading A, & Proofreading B tests)
Proofreading:
15%
(Teacher-created proofreading exercises)
Numeric Keypad:
15%
(Keyboarding Pro Deluxe)
Final Exam:
20%
(technique, 1 straight-copy timed writing, 1 numeric keypad timed writing, & proofreading test)
Work Ethics Evaluation
Good work habits are as valuable as technical skills. Work ethics traits including attendance, character, teamwork, appearance, attitude, productivity, organizational skills, communication, cooperation, and respect are included in the work ethics evaluation. This grade is not included in the Grade Point Average, but is shown on the student's transcript. The Work Ethics grading scale is as follows: 3 - Exceeds Expectations, 2 – Meets Expectations, 1 – Needs Improvement, and 0 – Unacceptable.
Attendance Policy
Attendance and punctuality in classes are two of the student's primary responsibilities. Time lost can never be replaced. In the event that the student deems an absence necessary, he/she is held accountable for all work missed. Whenever possible, the instructor should be notified prior to an absence or tardy. If tardy, be sure the instructor marks you present. If a student is absent 20% of scheduled classes (20 contact hours) he/she will automatically be dropped from the course. Attendance will be noted at all classes. To be eligible to receive a grade of “A”, students cannot miss more than five contact hours. Absence from six contact hours may result in the loss of the attendance credit in the work ethics grade.
Withdrawing from this Class
To withdraw for the quarter, a student must obtain a Drop/Add/Withdrawal Form from the Registrar’s Office, obtain the signature of the instructor, sign and date the form, and submit it to the Registrar’s Office immediately but no later than the close of business on the last class day of the quarter. This deadline is strictly enforced.
A student who withdraws will be assigned a grade of “W” in each class if the withdrawal is completed before midterm. The instructor will assign a grade of “W” or “WF” (determined by the student’s grades) if the withdrawal is completed after that period but by the close of the Registrar’s Office on the last class day of the quarter.
Course Outline/Schedule: (see separate sheet/page)
Cheating
Students are expected to uphold a standard of conduct relating to academic honesty. Students assume full responsibility for the content and integrity of the academic work they submit. The guiding principle of academic integrity shall be that a student's submitted work, examinations, reports, and projects must be that of the student's own work. Students shall be guilty of violating this honor code if they:
1. Represent the work of others as their own.
2. Use or obtain unauthorized assistance in any academic work.
3. Give unauthorized assistance to other students.
4. Modify, without instructor approval, an examination, paper, record, or report for the purpose of obtaining additional credit.
5. Misrepresent the content of submitted work.
The penalty for violating the honor code is severe. Any student violating the honor code is subject to receiving a failing grade for the course. If a student is unclear about whether a particular situation may constitute an honor code violation, the student should meet with the instructor to discuss the situation.
According to the TEACH Act of 2002, the College is obligated to advise you that instructional material included in this course may be subject to copyright protection. As such, you must not share, duplicate, transmit, or store the material of this course beyond the purpose and time frame explicitly stated in the syllabus of your course. If you are not certain whether a particular piece of material is covered by copyright protection, you should contact your instructor and obtain his/her written clarification. Failing to observe copyright protection is a violation of law.
Confidentiality
The rules of confidentiality do not apply to the instructor/student relationship. Please do not disclose information assuming it will be confidential. An instructor is considered a “mandatory reporter”. Any information revealed to an instructor that may represent potential harm to the student or another individual must be reported by law.
ADA
If you have a disability that you think may affect your ability to function in this class, please inform the instructor and the West Georgia Technical College Special Needs Coordinator, Gil Ausman at 706-756-4590 (Student Services Office) to discuss a request for accommodations. All requests for accommodations are welcomed.
Severe Weather Warning
Periodically, WGTC will conduct severe weather warning and fire drills. Instructions on what to do in the event of these warning will be given in class and may be found in print form posted in classrooms and labs. Students are expected to participate in these drills in preparation for any actual threatening situations that may occur.
TCSG Guarantee
The Technical College System of Georgia warrants every graduate of our Technical College programs offering a certificate of credit, diploma, or associate's degree as follows:
The warranty guarantees that the graduate has demonstrated the knowledge and skills and can perform each competency as identified in the industry-validated Standard or Program Guide. Any program graduate who is determined to lack such competence shall be retrained at no cost to the employer or the graduate.
A claim against the warranty may be filed by either an employer in conjunction with a graduate or a graduate if the individual is unable to perform one or more of the competencies contained in the industry-validated Standard or Program Guide, including failure to pass a State of Georgia required licensing examination.
The warranty shall remain in effect for two years immediately following the date of graduation and shall be honored by any state governed Technical College that offers the program from which the individual graduated.
Exit exams (diploma/degree programs only)
All graduating degree and diploma students are required to take a program area (in-field) graduation exam. The exam must be taken in the last quarter or next to last quarter before graduation. Information on scheduling the exit exam may be obtained from the program advisor.
CAAP testing (degree level programs only)
All graduating degree students are required to take the Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency exam. The exam must be taken in the last quarter or next to last quarter before graduation. Scheduled times for the exam will be posted on campus.
Applying for graduation
Students expecting to graduate must complete an application for graduation. This form is available from the Office of Student Services located in the Administration Building. Students should apply for graduation during the registration period in which they register for their last quarter of classes.
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