Computer Applications for Data Processing ((2 Credits))

Catalog description

Computer Applications for Data Processing study is designed to educate students to use computers effectively for business and personal applications. Its problem-solving feature prepares the student to analyze data, to develop critical thinking, and to discover effective solutions in real-life situations and in business problems. Students would gain competence in learning new software packages--a critical skill for future employment in this world of changing software. The study includes general concepts of office suite and concentrates on the learning of spreadsheets and database applications. Basic familiarity with computers is helpful, but no previous study of computers is assumed. This course requires an IBM compatible computer (Apple machines are not supported). Students must have access to the Microsoft Office Suite for use in the course. This course was formerly listed as INFS 1002. If students have already taken INFS 1000 Computer Applications or equivalent, they should not register for Computer Applications for Data Processing