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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Computer Applications 101B
Course Description and Outline


CA 101B: Introduction to MS Windows


2008-2009
Credits 0.5
Schedule of Classes Fall 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Computer Applications
Academic Division Business and Computer Technology
Prerequisites none
Transfer Information Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
I : Catalog Course Description
Introduces the Windows elements and its functions: Program Manager, which operates programs and creates group windows with program icons; File manager, which uses the DOS directory structure to sort, move, delete, copy, and select files, format disks; and the Control Panel, which set screen colors, date and time formats, and communication with printers and fonts.
II : Course Objectives

Learn the Windows elements and its functions: Program Manager, which operates programs and creates group windows with program icons; File Manager, which uses the DOS directory structure to sort, move delete, copy and select files, format disks; and the Control Panel, which sets screen colors, date and time formats, and communication with printers and fonts.

  • • The purpose of Window and a little history
  • • Basic Windows Navigation
  • • Creating a Simple Document
  • • Create a Simple drawing
  • • Using the My computer Feature
  • • Using the My Computer Icon
  • • Using the Recycle Bin Icon
  • • Changing Basic windows Settings
III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

The emphasis mission is derived directly from the degree mission.

Know:
 The subject matter appropriate to emphasis of the degree

Are Able to:
 Acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement
 Present themselves effectively to a potential employer.
 Demonstrate effective communication skills appropriate resources to remain current in the chosen occupational field.

Sections II and III were prepared on January 2, 2008. Please contact the Business and Computer Technology division for more information.
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