CIS 125WW - Advanced Applications - Word

CIS 120  (formerly offered as CS120) or BA 131  

Course Description: Provides in-depth training in Microsoft Word 2021 software. Covers the use of creating, editing, and formatting functions for various business documents. Other topics include formatting pages, headers, footers, columns, advanced character formatting, tables, charts, merged correspondence, managing shared documents, graphics, references, and specialized tables. Students should plan on using a Windows PC for this course.

Course Learning Outcomes:

• CLO#1: Demonstrate knowledge of the ribbon, dialog boxes and keyboard shortcuts in Microsoft Word 2021.
• CLO#2: Identify the correct software terminology to describe a variety of features and tools in Microsoft Word 2021.
• CLO#3: Utilize the correct features in Microsoft Word to create balanced and professional documents with the correct layout of text and graphics.
• CLO#4: Utilize Microsoft Word to create job prospecting documents.
• CLO#5: Create, edit, and format various business documents including: memos, reports, schedules, newsletters, surveys, merged correspondence, brochures, fliers,and customized forms. (ILO: Communication)

1. Creating and Editing Documents
2. Formatting and Customizing Documents
3. Collaborating with others and Working with Reports
4. Using Tables, Columns, and Graphics
5. Using Templates and Mail Merge
6. Using Custom Styles and Building Blocks
7. Advanced Tables and Graphics
8. Using Desktop Publishing and Graphic Features
9. Working Collaboratively and Integrating Applications
10. Automating Tasks Using Templates and Macros
11. Working with Forms and Master Documents

 

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.