Microcomputer Applications Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Course

BCIS-1401-002 Microcomputer Applications

Prerequisites

BCIS 1305

Course Description

Introduction to intermediate business programming techniques. Includes structured programming methods, designing customized software applications using word processing, spreadsheet and presentation graphics for the computer.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

Hybrid

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ BCIS  1401 Textbook

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\	\ \  Exploring Microsoft Office 2010 Vol. 2 by Grauer \    \   \

\ Textbook requirements for this class:

\  Purchase a myitlab code that includes an electronic e-text (electronic textbook) for Exploring Office 2010, Vol. II by Grauer

\ This class does not require the printed textbook if you have the e-text book.

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• \ Exploring Office 2010, Vol.2 and the myitlab code
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\ (*Please note this course will require assignments to be completed in Microsoft Office 2010)

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• \ Purchase the Exploring Office 2010, Vol. 2 textbook without myitlab code 
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\ (This option is only available if a myitlab has already been purchased by you and it is less than a year ago)

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• \ Purchase the myitlab code without the e-text option only if you have the current textbook.
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\  Contact your instructor for any questions.

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Supplies

\ Access to a PC (personal computer)

\ Office 2010, Word and Excel and PowerPoint

\ Reliable access to the Internet.

Student Performance

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\ After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to demonstrate understanding of the following as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program.

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\ After completing the Word section the student will be able to:

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• \ Construct a newsletter
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• \ Develop a document design
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• \ Insert graphical objects
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• \ Manipulate graphical objects
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• \ Use OLE to insert an object
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• \ Update a linked object
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• \ Select a template from the Backstage view
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• \ Create a Word template
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• \ Use Building Blocks
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• \ View documents side by side
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• \ Merge documents
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• \ Use navigational tools
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• \ Customize theme colors
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• \ Customize theme fonts and effects
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• \ Create an electronic form
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• \ Insert form controls
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• \ Protect a form
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• \ Record a macro
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• \ Run a macro
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• \ Apply document restrictions
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• \ Set passwords to open a document
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• \ Use digital signatures to authenticate documents
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• \ Customize the Ribbon
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• \ Build a Web page
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• \ Publish a Web page
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• \ Understand XML
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• \ Attach an XML schema
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• \ Create a blog post  
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\ After completing the Excel section the student will be able to:

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• \ Group and ungroup data
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• \ Subtotal data
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• \ Create a PivotTable
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• \ Change the values field
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• \ Modify a PivotTable
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• \ Sort, filter, and slice a PivotTable
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• \ Create a calculated field
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• \ Format a PivotTable
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• \ Create a PivotChart
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• \ Create a one-variable data table
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• \ Create a two-variable data table
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• \ Identify an input value with Goal Seek
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• \ Use Scenario Manager
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• \ Generate scenario summary reports
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• \ Load the Solver Add-In
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• \ Optimize results with Solver
  \ Use conditional math and statistical functions
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• \ Calculate relative standing with statistical functions
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• \ Create a nested logical function
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• \ Use MATCH and INDEX lookup functions
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• \ Use advanced filtering
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• \ Manipulate data with database functions
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• \ Create a loan amortization table
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• \ Perform other financial calculations
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• \ Work with grouped worksheets
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• \ Manage windows and workspaces
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• \ Insert hyperlinks
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• \ Insert a 3-D formula
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• \ Link workbooks
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• \ Audit formulas
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• \ Set up a watch window
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• \ Validate data
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• \ Import data from external sources
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• \ Create a Web query
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• \ Manage connections
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• \ Convert text to columns
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• \ Manipulate text with functions
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• \ Understand XML syntax
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• \ Import XML data into Excel
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• \ Customize Excel
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• \ Change properties
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• \ Share and merge workbooks
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• \ Insert comments
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• \ Track changes
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• \ Check for issues
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• \ Protect a workbook
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• \ Save a workbook in different formats
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• \ Send a workbook to others
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• \ Select a template
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• \ Apply themes and backgrounds
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• \ Apply cell styles
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• \ Create and use a template
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• \ Protect a cell, a worksheet, and a workbook
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• \ Create a macro
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• \ Create macro buttons
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• \ Set macro security
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\ After completing the PowerPoint section the student will be able to:

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• \   Understand how word processors work
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• \ Customize Word
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• \ Use features that improve readability
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• \ Check spelling and grammar
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• \ Display a document in different views
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• \ Prepare a document for distribution
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• \ Modify document properties
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• \ Create a presentation using a template
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• \ Modify a template
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• \ Create a presentation in Outline view
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• \ Modify an outline structure
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• \ Print an outline
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• \ Import an outline
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• \ Add existing content to a presentation
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• \ Use sections
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• \ Examine slide show design principles
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• \ Modify a theme
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• \ Create shapes
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• \ Apply Quick Styles and customize shapes
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• \ Create SmartArt
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• \ Modify SmartArt
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• \ Create WordArt
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• \ Modify WordArt
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• \ Modify objects
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• \ Arrange objects
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• \ Insert a picture
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• \ Transform a picture
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• \ Use the Internet as a resource
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• \ Add video
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• \ Use Video Tools
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• \ Add audio
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• \ Change audio settings
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• \ Create a Photo Album
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• \ Set Photo Album options
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\ The main focus of this course is to understand and use various business software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics and other miscellaneous business applications. 

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• \ You are responsible to attend class as scheduled
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• \ Check your email daily and have assignments in on time.
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• \ An exam may be taken only one time
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