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AST 80 - Basic Keyboarding I
Introduces students to the basic operation of the microcomputer with the focus on the development of keyboarding skills using basic keyboarding by touch.
Lecture 1-2 hours per week.
1-2 credits
AST 101 - Keyboarding I
Teaches the alpha/numeric keyboard with emphasis on correct techniques, speed, and accuracy. Teaches formatting of basic personal and business correspondence, reports and tabulation.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
A laboratory co-requisite (AST 103) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 102 - Keyboarding II
Develops keyboarding and document production skills with emphasis on preparation of specialized business documents. Continues skill-building for speed and accuracy.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 101. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 104) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 103 - Keyboarding I Laboratory
Provides supplemental instruction in AST 101. Should be taken concurrently with AST 101, in appropriate curricula, as identified by the college.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
1 credits
AST 104 - Keyboarding II Laboratory
Provides supplemental instruction in AST 102. Should be taken concurrently with AST 102, in appropriate curricula, as identified by the college.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
1 credits
AST 107 - Editing/Proofreading Skills
Develops skills essential to creating and editing business documents. Covers grammar, spelling, diction, punctuation, capitalization, and other usage problems.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
AST 113 - Keyboarding for Speed and Accuracy
Focuses on improving keyboarding speed and accuracy through assigned exercises that diagnose problem areas. Emphasizes increased productivity through improved speed and accuracy.
Lecture 0-1 hours. Laboratory 0-2 hours. Total 1-2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 101 or equivalent.
1 credits
AST 114 - Keyboarding for Information Processing
Teaches the alphabetic and numeric keys: develops correct techniques and competency in the use of computer keyboards. May include basic correspondence and report formats.
Lecture 1-2 hours per week.
A laboratory co-requisite (AST 115) may be required.
1-2 credits
AST 117 - Keyboarding for Computer Usage
Teaches the alphabetic keyboard and 10-key pad. Develops correct keying techniques.
Lecture 1 hour per week.
1 credits
AST 132 - Word Processing I (Specify Software)
Introduces students to a word processing program to create, edit, save and print documents.
Lecture 1 hour per week.
1 credits
AST 133 - Word Processing II (Specify Software)
Presents formatting and editing features of a word processing program.
Lecture 1 hour per week.
1 credits
AST 134 - Word Processing III (Specify Software)
Continues work with formatting features and text enhancements of a word processing program.
Lecture 1 hour per week.
1 credits
AST 136 - Office Record Keeping
Introduces types of record keeping duties performed in the office, such as financial, tax, payroll, and inventory. Utilizes specialized software where applicable.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
AST 137 - Records Management
Teaches filing and records management procedures for hard copy, electronic, and micrographic systems. Identifies equipment, supplies, and solutions to records management problems.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
AST 141 - Word Processing (Specify Software)
Teaches creating and editing documents, including line and page layouts, columns, fonts, search/replace, cut/paste, spell/thesaurus, and advanced editing and formatting features of word processing software.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite AST 101 or equivalent. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 144) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 142 - Word Processing II (Specify Software)
Teaches advanced software applications.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 141 or equivalent. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 145) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 147 - Introduction to Presentation Software (Spcify Software)
Introduces presentation options including slides, transparencies, and other forms of presentations.
Lecture 1-2 hours per week.
1-2 credits
AST 153 - Introduction to Database Software (Specify Software)
Provides first-time users with sufficient information to make practical use of database management software. Covers specific business applications. Students prepare for Core Microsoft Access MOS Exam.
Lecture 1 hour per week.
1 credits
AST 154 - Voice Recognition Applications
Teaches the computer user to use the voice as an input device to compose documents and to give commands directly to the computer.
Lecture 1-2 hours per week.
1-2 credits
AST 155 - Intro. to Desktop Infor. Management (Specify Software)
Teaches desktop information management to organize schedules through the calendar. Students learn how to manage electronic messages, appointments, contacts, tasks, and files. Students prepare for Core Microsoft Outlook MOS Exam.
Lecture 1 hour per week.
1 credits
AST 160 - Learning the Internet for Business
Introduces students to basic Internet terminology and services including e-mail, www browsing, search engines, and other services. Provides an introduction to electronic commerce in an office environment.
Lecture 1 hour per week.
1 credits
AST 171 - Introduction to Call Center Services
Introduces concepts and skills needed to be an effective customer service representative for a telephone service operation. Covers call center theory and technology, interpersonal communication skills, customer relations attitudes, telecommunications techniques, and professional procedures to handle a variety of customer service sales requests.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
AST 193 - Studies In
Covers new content not covered in existing courses in the discipline. Allows instructor to explore content and instructional methods to assess the course's viability as a permanent offering.
Variable hours per week.
1-5 credits
AST 195 - Topics In
Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.
May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits
AST 199 - Supervised Study
Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor.
May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits
AST 201 - Keyboarding III
Develops decision-making skills, speed, and accuracy in production keying. Applies word processing skills in creating specialized business documents.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 102. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 202) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 205 - Business Communications
Teaches techniques of oral and written communications. Emphasizes writing and presenting business-related materials.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
AST 206 - Professional Development
Develops professional awareness in handling business and social situations. Emphasizes goal setting, critical thinking, decision-making, and employment skills.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
AST 215 - Medical Keyboarding
Develops decision-making skills, speed, and accuracy in preparation of medical documents with emphasis on meeting office requirements.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite AST 102. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 216) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 230 - Introduction to Office Technology
Introduces principles, methods, and techniques involved in office technology. Emphasizes the use of microcomputer equipment and software.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
A laboratory co-requisite (AST 231) may be required.
3 credits
AST 232 - Microcomputer Office Applications
Teaches production of business documents using word processing, databases, and spreadsheets. Emphasizes document production to meet business and industry standard.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 101 or equivalent. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 233) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 234 - Records and Database Management
Teaches filing and records management procedures using microcomputer database software. Incorporates both manual and electronic methods for managing information.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
A laboratory co-requisite (AST 235) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 236 - Specialized Software Applications (Specify Software)
Teaches specialized integrated software application on the microcomputer. Emphasizes document production to meet business and industry standards.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 101 or equivalent. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 237) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 238 - Word Processing Advanced Operations
Teaches advanced word processing features including working with merge files, macros, and graphics; develops competence in the production of complex documents.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
A laboratory co-requisite (AST 239) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 239 - Word Processing Advanced Operations Laboratory
Provides supplemental instruction in AST 238. Should be taken concurrently with AST 238, in appropriate curricula, as identified by the college.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
1 credits
AST 240 - Machine Transcription
Develops proficiency in the use of transcribing equipment to produce business documents. Emphasizes listening techniques, business English, and proper formatting. Includes production rates and mailable copy requirements.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
A laboratory co-requisite (AST 241) may be required. Co-requisite: AST 102 or equivalent.
2-4 credits
AST 242 - Medical Insurance and Coding
Teaches coding for medical services rendered within a medical office setting utilizing current coding books for maximum reimbursement.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits
AST 243 - Office Administration I
Develops an understanding of the administrative support role and the skills necessary to provide organizational and technical support in a contemporary office setting. Emphasizes the development of critical-thinking, problem-solving, and job performance skills in a business office environment.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 101.
3 credits
AST 244 - Office Administration II
Enhances skills necessary to provide organizational and technical support in a contemporary office setting. Emphasizes administrative and supervisory role of the office professional. Includes travel and meeting planning, office budgeting and financial procedures, international issues, and career development.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 243 or equivalent.
3 credits
AST 245 - Medical Machine Transcription
Develops machine transcription skills, integrating operation of transcribing equipment with understanding of medical terminology. Emphasizes dictation techniques and accurate transcription of medical documents in prescribed formats.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 102 or equivalent. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 246) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 247 - Legal Machine Transcription
Develops machine transcription skills, integrating operation of transcribing equipment with understanding of legal terminology. Emphasizes dictation techniques and accurate transcription of legal documents in prescribed formats.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
A laboratory co-requisite (AST 248) may be required. Prerequisite: AST 102 or equivalent.
2-4 credits
AST 253 - Advanced Desktop Publishing I (Specify Software)
Introduces specific desktop publishing software. Teaches document layout and design, fonts, type styles, style sheets, and graphics.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 101 or equivalent and experience in using a word processing package. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 255) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 254 - Advanced Desktop Publishing II (Specify Software)
Presents advanced features of desktop publishing software, culminating in the layout and design of complex multi-page documents. .
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 253 or equivalent. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 256) may be required
2-4 credits
AST 255 - Desktop Publishing I Laboratory - Specify Software
Provides supplemental instruction in AST 253.
Laboratory 2 hours. Total 2 hours per week.
Should be taken concurrently with AST 253, in appropriate curricula, as identified by the college.
1 credits
AST 257 - WP Desktop Publishing (Specify Software)
Uses word processing software to teach advanced document preparation.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite: AST 101 or equivalent and experience in using the specified word processing software. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 258) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 260 - Presentation Software (Specify Software)
Teaches creation of slides including use of text, clip art, and graphs. Includes techniques for enhancing presentations with on-screen slide show as well as printing to transparencies and hand-outs. Incorporates use of sound and video clips.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
A laboratory co-requisite (AST 261) may be required.
2-4 credits
AST 265 - Legal Office Procedures I
Introduces general office procedures used in law offices and courts.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Co-requisite: AST 102 or equivalent.
3 credits
AST 271 - Medical Office Procedures I
Covers medical office procedures, records management, preparation of medical reports, and other medical documents.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Co-requisite: AST 102 or equivalent.
3 credits
AST 290 - Coordinated Internship
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college.
Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits
AST 295 - Topics In
Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.
May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits
AST 298 - Seminar and Project
Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student's occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field.
May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits