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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Computer Applications 103B
Course Description and Outline


CA 103B: Introduction to Spreadsheet


2008-2009
Credits 0.5–1
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
Teaches the fundamentals of label, value, formula, function, create, save, print and reopen a spreadsheet. Learn to copy, paste, move, change fonts, and format.
II : Course Objectives

Learn the fundamentals of label, value, formula, function, create, save, print and reopen a spreadsheet. Learn to copy, paste, move, change fonts, and format.

  • • Learn to start Excel and explore the excel workspace
  • • Move the mouse pointer around a worksheet
  • • Learn to get help
  • • Learn to open an existing workbook
  • • Learn to insert and delete cells.
  • • Learn to move cells
  • • Learn to merge and split cells
  • • Learn to enter and edit text and numbers
  • • Learn to widen a column and enter numbers
  • • Learn to enter a formula
  • • Learn to format numbers
  • • Learn to format a date
  • • Learn to clear contents and formats
  • • Learn to check spelling in a worksheet
  • • Learn to find an replace cell contents
  • • Learn to find and replace cell formats
  • • Learn to filter for an exact match
  • • Learn to filter for blanks
  • • Learn to work with operators and order of precedence
  • • Learn to enter and edit formulas
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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