Computer Basics
Are you looking for beginning computer classes? Not sure what to take? Check out what we
offer. These courses will provide a solid foundation in computer basics or they will help you refresh or upgrade
your skills.
| Keyboarding I | |
| POFT 1010 |
Hours: 24 |
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For the beginner… you can improve your computer skills by becoming more proficient and accurate on the keyboard. The
course provides an introduction to the keyboard including finger placement; body posture; finger movement; and speed
and accuracy building. Class includes 12 lecture/12 lab hours. |
| Keyboarding II | |
| POFT 1093 |
Hours: 24 |
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For the advanced… This course is designed for current and future professionals who need to increase keyboarding speed
and accuracy. Also included is mastery of the fourth row of keys as well as the numeric keys by touch. Class includes 12
lecture/12 lab hours. |
| Computer Basics & Windows |
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| POFT 1010 |
Hours: 28 |
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This interactive, hands-on course will take you on a journey of discovering computers. You will learn the essentials of the
computer system, its architecture, hardware and software components such as word processing, spreadsheets making
presentations, databases, files and data storage. Not sure about e-mail or attaching a document; browsing and searching
the web, this course will help. |
| eCommerce Internet Basics |
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| ITNW 1050 |
Hours: 20 |
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Learn fundamental business concepts that apply to the world of e-commerce. This course looks at personal applications
such as online banking, retail purchasing and consumer education. It also discusses business applications such as
internet marketing, advertising and security. Textbook and flash drive required. |
| Internet Essentials | |
| ITNW 1050 | Hours: 16 |
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Prerequisite: Computer Basics & Windows. In this course, learn about internet basics and browsers. Learn how to search for
websites, conduct business online, sending and receiving emails and attachments, and much more.
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| Vista Operating System | |
| POFT 1006 |
Hours: 20 |
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Prerequisite: The operating system is the most important program that runs on a computer. The operating system performs basic
tasks, keeps track of files and directories, and controls input and output devices, and more. The operating system is also
responsible for security making sure that unauthorized users do not access the computer system. Learn all about this and
much more in this class.
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Textbook and flash drive required for all classes except Keyboarding I and II.
More Information
Please contact Judy:
972-238-6069 or
email JudyG@dcccd.edu