Mission and Outcomes

Office Technology

Mission: The purpose of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Office Technology is to provide employment-related knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a chosen field of computer technology and/or applications study.

Student Learning Outcomes: Students who complete programs in occupational areas are expected to demonstrate that they

Know

• practices and procedures required for entry level employment,
• entry level skill set, and
• the theoretical principles relevant to their field of study.

Are able to

• test successfully on competencies required to pass industry standard certification exams
• communicate effectively and appropriately, in oral and written form,
• locate, evaluate and properly utilize the tools and resources appropriate to a computer technology professional,
• acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement,
• demonstrate effective communication and computation skills appropriate to the chosen occupational field.

Appreciate and value

• appropriate and effective presentation of themselves to potential employers, and
• standards of social, ethical, legal, accessibility, and diversity issues of their work environment.

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