Summer/Fall 2011 Credit Class Schedule - Kirkwood Community ...

ASL
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
American Sign Language I 4
> ASL-141
Provides a beginning interactive course to
promote comfort and knowledge in using
grammar, syntax, vocabulary, fingerspelling,
semantics and non-manual behaviors of
American Sign Language in professional,
social and every day normal conversational
situations. Receptive and expressive skills are
emphasized. Course is taught in American Sign
Language and has a no voice policy.
(4/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
American Sign Language II 4
> ASL-171
Allows continued development of American
Sign Language grammar, syntax, vocabulary,
fingerspelling, semantics and non-manual
behaviors. Emphasis given to comprehension,
production skills and use of language in a
cultural context. Course is taught in American
Sign Language and has a no voice policy. This
course applies toward satisfaction of Historical/
Cultural core for an A.A. degree.
(4/0/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ASL-141
American Sign Language III 3
> ASL-241
Expands on previously learned grammar,
syntax, sentence structure and vocabulary in
more depth. Emphasizes expressive skills:
students learn to tell stories and use the
language in a variety of settings. This course
applies toward satisfaction of historical/cultural
core for an A.A. degree.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ASL-171
American Sign Language IV 3
> ASL-271
Focuses on an expanded awareness of the
behaviors, values and issues in deaf culture
through slang, varying levels of formality and
socially appropriate language usage.
Emphasizes receptive skills: students learn to
read signed stories and poetry. This course
applies toward satisfaction of historical/cultural
core for an A.A. degree.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: ASL-241
Kirkwood Credit Class Schedule . summer & Fall 2011 . COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
BCA
BUSINESS COMPUTER APPS
College Prep Computer Skills I 1
> BCA-080
Provides basic computer skills instruction to
students enrolled in the College Prep Block.
Focuses on basic keyboard knowledge and
command functions.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
College Prep Computer Skills II 1
> BCA-085
Provides computer skills instruction to students
enrolled in the College Prep Block. Continues
instruction using word processing software.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Note: Placement test
Intro to Word Processing 3
> BCA-135
Provides instruction in alphabetic and numeric
keyboarding and includes exercises designed
to increase speed to 45 words per minute with
five or fewer errors on five-minute timed
writings. Includes instruction in the use of
proofreaders’ marks and in creating standard
business letters, interoffice memos, tables,
simple reports and newsletters using Microsoft
Word.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A
Advanced Word Processing 3
> BCA-136
Begins with a review of basic business
correspondence. Instruction includes advanced
topics such as mail merge, macros, styles,
complex tables, long reports, graphics and
online forms. Guided drills are designed to
increase speed to 55 words per minute with
five or fewer errors on five-minute timed
writings.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: BCA-135
Advanced Word Processing Apps 3
> BCA-138
Provides further reinforcement of all concepts
learned in Advanced Word Processing. Covers
mail merge, macros, styles, complex tables,
desktop published documents, online forms
and long reports. Includes keying specialized
documents, such as agendas, news releases,
itineraries and speeches. Guided drills are
designed to increase speed to 60 words per
minute with five or fewer errors on five-minute
timed writings. Students learn to make
effective document formatting decisions
working independently.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Prereq: BCA-136
PowerPoint Multimedia 3
> BCA-179
Develops knowledge of multimedia concepts
by studying multimedia software and the
hardware components needed to develop and
view multimedia productions. Assessment
projects are used by students for demonstration
of knowledge of multimedia elements
(copyright, video, graphics, sound, animation)
knowledge of tools (digital camera, video
camera, scanner, cams), and knowledge of
editing software (sound editing, video editing,
graphics editing).
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Microcomputer Literacy 1
> BCA-189
Introduces the student to the personal
computer concepts and basic computer
applications. Students gain knowledge and
skills in the basic concepts of Microsoft
Windows and Word. They also gain experience
using the Internet and e-mail. The course
introduces students to spreadsheet and
presentation software. This introductory course
is intended for students with no knowledge or
experience using personal computers.
(0.5/1/0/0); ASE Code: B
Database/Spreadsheets 3
> BCA-205
Develops proficiency in the use of database
and spreadsheet computer applications.
Includes creating and sorting tables, using
functions and formulas, creating queries and
reports, formatting data, filtering records, and
creating charts and graphs.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Intermediate Computer Bus Apps 3
> BCA-213
Extends basic knowledge of Microsoft Word,
Access, Excel and PowerPoint. Upon
completion of this course students should be
able to demonstrate proficiency at the core
level of the MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist)
certification.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: B; Prereq: BCA-212 or
CSC-110
Web Design Principles 3
> BCA-290
Focuses on the concepts of the overall
production process surrounding Web site
design with particular emphasis on layout,
navigation and maintenance of Web sites.
Students are exposed to a Web authoring
software to design and create a Web site.
(2/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
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Course Descriptions