General Information

• Name: Personal Computing For Seniors II
• Discipline: Senior Computing (SENR)
• Units (Credits): 2
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
• Academic Division: Technology

Prerequisites and Recommended Courses

• Prerequisites: SENR 101 or equivalent

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Offers hands-on instruction for the senior who has a basic knowledge of personal computer and word processing and wishes to learn the basics of other software applications. The student will receive a review or word processing techniques, along with hands-on introductory instruction in the basic use of spreadsheets, databases, presentation, Internet and e-mail software.

Note: Non-transferable for an NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.

II: Course Objectives

Hands-on course is designed for the senior who has a basic knowledge of personal computer and word processing and wishes to learn the basics of other software applications. The student will receive a review or word processing techniques, along with hands-on introductory instruction in the basic use of spreadsheets, databases, presentation Internet and e-mail software.

• • Use the computer to connect to the Internet, browse and search the web, and send and receive mail.
• • Use a computer software program to design a basic web page and publish to a server.
• • Demonstrate understanding of personal settings using a windows based platform.

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.

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.