Western Nevada Community College
COT101 F01 Computer Keyboarding I
Syllabus

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Course Description:

Review basic skills and techniques for improving keyboarding/typing skills. Elementary word processing functions are introduced. Develops skills for typing basic business letters, memos, reports, tables, and personal business letters. Diagnostic prescriptive speed and accuracy are integral.

 

Textbook:

Vanhuss, Forde, Woo, Hefferin. (2009). Keyboarding & Word Processing: Lessons 1-60. South-Western, Cengage Learning. Book & CD Bundle ISBN: 0324828454

Course Objectives: The successful student will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Key the alphabetic and number keys by touch.
2. Key approximately 15-35 words a minute with accuracy.
3. Design a basic business letter and unbound report using basic word processing skills such as; save, print, format and edit.
4. Students must demonstrate accurate composition and document preparation by creating documents that are reader ready.
5. Key a block letter, edit and format text, utilize spelling, grammar and center page, format paragraphs.
6. Key a interoffice memorandum to accuracy.

Methods of Instruction:

This class is lab oriented and students work independently on all assignments, the instructor will offer personalized help. Lessons are assigned each week and students are required to work through material following the scheduled due dates. Class agenda, instructional material, and student assignments will be posted on the Intranet and students are responsible for keeping the listed semester deadline dates. In addition to scheduled classes, you must plan to spend at least two hours per credit hour in addition to your regular class time each week. WNC supports providing equal access for students with disabilities. Disability support services are available to assist appropriate academic accommodations that students may require, please contact me immediately (by second week of class) to ensure timely accommodations.

 

Attendance:

This course requires approximately 75 hours a semester of classroom typing. It is imperative that attendance be consistent and regular. Typing requires memorization and a great deal of practice. This can only be accomplished by the individual student. No cell phones in class, treat others with mutual respect, and bring your own bucket. Arrangements for absence assignments must be made prior to class in order for full credit to be earned on any graded material. Each assignment is due in its entirety by the deadline date, late work is not accepted unless prior arrangements have been made and may incur a penalty grade. Quizzes and tests are not subject to make up.

 

Grading:

Weekly, students will receive a grade for performance of each lesson, quizzes/test, timed writings, and participation. Grades will be based upon the percentage of the total possible (approximately 1200 pts). You must keep up with the scheduled assignments in your folder. Students may complete work early, but not after due date listed. Access your final grade through your individual webreg account. The grading scale is as follows and may include + and - grades:
100-90 = A
89 - 80 = B
79 - 70 = C
69 - 60 = D
59 - 00 = W
Grade W for withdrawal will be assigned for unexcused absences in excess of three meetings or for failure to complete class assignments. Grade F may be assigned for any form of academic dishonesty (refer to WNC Policy).

 

Grading Criteria: Approximate point totals

Textbook lessons 1-37, 800 pts.
Timed writings, 50 pts.
Final Exam, 100 pts.
Participation 140 pts.

Course Work Schedule:

Complete all lessons drills 1-37 including skill builders and timed tests. Complete work by scheduled due date on posted grade sheet in your class folder. Work completed on time will be graded and posted on this grade sheet, late work will not be accepted. Print and turn in the Timings Performance Table.

Last Updated: January 21, 2011
Page Author: Janeen L. Malkovich, M.Ed.