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 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (ADM)


ADM-106   Intro to Keyboarding, 2 cr.
Teaches the basic computer keyboard using the touch method to develop speed and accuracy. 
(Formerly BE-101A)

ADM-116   Keyboarding II, 3 cr.
Tabulations, letters, reports and other production work for students with previous instruction in keyboarding, but with insufficient skill to qualify for the next course.
(Formerly BE-113A Keyboarding Applications)

ADM-132   Bus Math & Calculators, 2 cr.
Provides skills and competencies in basic mathematical functions and in the operation of electronic calculators.  Emphasis is on solving business problems and in developing speed and accuracy. 
(Formerly BE-111A  Calculating Mach)                                           

ADM-142   Desktop Publishing, 3 cr.
Using WordPerfect or other word processing software on microcomputers to learn creating, retrieving, saving, editing, sorting, and printing documents.  Various features of the program such as merging, macros, sorting, columns, tables,   graphics and desktop publishing are covered.
(Formerly BE-110A)                                                                                                        

ADM-162   Office Procedures, 3 cr.
Includes modern office skills and technologies, including word processing, automation, records management, reprographics, communication services, time management and methods of handling stress, meeting and travel arrangements and career advancement. 
(Formerly BE-118A)
 

ADM-220   Career Development Skills, 1 cr.
Teaches necessary attitudes and behaviors needed in the business world. 
(Formerly BE-128A)                                                                                                         

ADM-254   Business Professionalism, 0-1 cr. 
Introduction to Business Professionals of America activities, which includes preparation for state and national competitive events, leadership and professional development.
(Formerly BE-103A BE-108A)                                                                                                         

ADM-255   Business Professionalism II, 0-1 cr.
Business Professionals of America prepares the student for their chosen  profession by assisting them in their leadership and professional development for the workplace.  Continuation of ADM-254.  (formerly BE-104A/BE-109A)

ADM-354   Business Professionalism III, 0-1 cr. 
Continuation of ADM-255. 
(Formerly BE-204A/BE-208A)                                                            

ADM-355   Business Professionalism IV, 0-1 cr.
Continuation of ADM-354. 
(Formerly BE-209A/BE-205A)
                                                            

ADM-936   Occupational Experience, 5 cr.
Apprenticeship in office systems.  Students work as regular employees in offices supervised by staff members.  This work experience is introductory to meet the student's abilities and career objectives. 
(Formerly BE-115A - Office OJT I)                                                       

ADM-941   Practicum, 5 cr.
Practical field experience arranged to include office work, direct leadership, and procedures related to career work.  Prerequisite:  Permission of the instructor.

(Formerly BE-235A - Administrative Assistant Practicum)       
                                                                                       

   

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