BTE 120 Business Computer Management

3 credits

This course will develop skills to manage desktop productivity tools and systems. Content includes file management–archiving, storing, security, and sharing. Additional content includes cookies, FTP, e-mail, and use of internet.

Prerequisites: ABED 040 (or placement into MATH 087 or higher) and ABED 046 (or placement into ENGL 093 or higher)

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Manage business file systems to create, organize, store, and retrieve files electronically
Share, archive, and secure files electronically
Implement and explain established computer system policies
Maintain and improve computer performance
Download and upload files from various locations using appropriate software
Demonstrate how to select options and use an e-mail account
Use the internet/intranet for information retrieval and sharing
Use a Learning Management System (LMS)
Download, configure, and implement preventative maintenance applications
Use the computer to perform operating system tasks

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

be prepared for entry-level positions as a business support professional
carry out office administration procedures and management support using office technology

Total Hours: 40 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 20 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 20