Course Outline for Computer Application Systems 54A

Chabot College Fall, 2001

Course Outline for Computer Application Systems 54A MICROSOFT EXCEL® I

Catalog Description: 54A – Microsoft Excel® I 3 units Introduction to spreadsheet applications using Excel 2000 on the PC to create a variety of spreadsheets with emphasis on business application programs. Calculate data using functions and formulas, create charts, link and consolidate worksheets. Includes Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Level 1 Core Certification preparation. Strongly recommended: Computer Science 8 or Computer Application Systems 8, Computer Literacy or Computer Application Systems 50 Introduction to Computer Application Systems. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory.

Prerequisite Skills:

Expected Outcomes for Students: Upon completion of the course the student should be able to: 1. create a simple worksheet; 2. enhance, design and print a worksheet; 3. copy data and use toolbars; 4. name ranges and sort; 5. check spelling, find and replace data and manage files; 6. format text and numbers; 7. change fonts, patterns, colors, and formats; 8. use functions and advanced formulas; 9. work with dates, times, and financial functions; 10. create charts and maps; 11. enhance charts and worksheets; 12. work with multiple worksheets.

Course Content: 1. Simple Worksheets 2. Range Names and Sorting 3. Advanced Formulas and Functions 4. Charts and maps 5. Multiple Worksheets 6. Linked and Consolidated Worksheets

Methods of Presentation: 1. Lecture 2. Discussion 3. Demonstration 4. Hands-on practice

Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:

1. Typical Assignments a. work through a hands-on tutorial b. complete a concepts review, including short answer questions c. answer critical thinking essay questions d. complete skill building applications Chabot College Page 2 Course Outline for Computer Application Systems 54A Microsoft Excel® I Fall 2001

Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress : Continued

2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress a. written work b. hands-on exercises c. portfolios d. quizzes and final examination

Textbook (Typical):

Excel 2000, A Professional Approach, Level 1: Core, Carole Tobias, Glencoe McGraw-Hill, New York, 2000

Special Student Materials:

Diskette

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