Course Descriptions 2009-2010 Catalog

Business Technologies

BTE 100 Computer Keyboarding
1 Credit
Designed for students who have minimal or no keyboarding skills. Introduces the touch method of keyboarding, as well as the basic operation and functions of the equipment. Emphasizes learning the alphanumeric keyboard, proper technique, and speed control.

BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications I
2 Credits
Designed for students with minimal keyboarding skills. Introduces letters, tables, memos, and manuscripts. Emphasizes speed and accuracy.
PREREQUISITE: Ability to keyboard 20 wpm or Instructor’s permission.

BTE 103 Keyboarding Applications II
3 Credits
Reinforces basic keyboarding formats and procedures. Productivity and decision-making skills are exercised. Emphasizes speed and accuracy.
PREREQUISITE: BTE 102.

BTE 108 Ten-Key By Touch
1 Credit
Introduces touch control of the ten-key pad. Emphasizes the development of speed and accuracy using proper technique.

BTE 111 Keyboard Speedbuilding I
2 Credits
Designed to increase speed and improve accuracy in keyboarding on the PC through the use of correct techniques and concentrated effort.
PREREQUISITE: Ability to keyboard by touch or Instructor’s permission.

BTE 112 Keyboard Speedbuilding II
2 Credits
Continues the skill building sets from BTE 111. This course is designed to further increase speed and improve accuracy in keyboarding on the PC through the use of correct techniques and concentrated effort.

BTE 125 Records Management
3 Credits
Instructs on how records are created, stored, and retrieved. Covers the basic filing rules – classifying, indexing, coding, storing, and retrieving as applied to basic methods – alphabetic, chronological, subject, numeric, and geographic. Emphasizes “hands-on” records management through the use of simulations, which includes manual and/or computer software.

BTE 156 Business Mathematics With Calculators
4 Credits
Covers basic business mathematics using the touch system on electronic calculators to solve business problems.

BTE 166 Business Editing Skills
3 Credits
Provides proofreading techniques and reviews spelling, punctuation, grammar, and word processing formats on various types of business documents and worksheets.

BTE 202 Office Simulation II
3 Credits
Provides experience in using in-basket exercises typical of those occurring in an office operation. It focuses on procedures and computer skills needed for successful performance in the workplace.
PREREQUISITES: Experience with advanced word processing, spreadsheets, or Instructor’s permission

BTE 225 Office Management
3 Credits
Emphasis is placed on functions of the office. Includes office organization, work in the office, office layout, equipment and supplies, procurement and control, work flow, forms design, record storage and retrieval systems, personnel administration and problems, and government control.

BTE 275 Special Topics
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest.

BTE 285 Independent Study
1-6 Variable Credits
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified Instructor.
PREREQUISITE: Instructor’s permission.

BTE 287 Cooperative Education Internship
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with the opportunity to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program and occupational objectives. Students are placed at approved work sites that are related to their program of study. They work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the Instructor/ coordinator.
PREREQUISITE: Instructor’s permission.

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