CIS 105 - Computer Orientation

Credits: 1
Lecture Contact Hours: 1
Description: This course is designed for students who have had little or no experience with computers. Topics covered in this course include introduction to the Windows-based operating systems and some word processing concepts. Basic word processing concepts will be introduced using the hands-on approach. Successful completion of this course meets the minimum requirement needed to qualify a student to use one of the college’s computers during open lab hours.

Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Recommended: None.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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Course Competencies

Explain the physical characteristics of computers and the impact computers have on personal and business lives.
Identify hardware and software components of a computer system.
Explore appropriate applications for computer solutions.
Explain the day-to-day operations of a computer in a work/home environment.