Computer Business Office Technology
CBOT

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

An introduction to computer-based business presentations and their development using PowerPoint. Topics include creating dynamic, non-linear presentations with animation, designing colorful handouts, installing and using templates, inserting sound, action buttons, video and creating slide masters. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

This class will examine personal and professional habits that enhance a leader's ability to create and sustain a healthy and productive organization. Not open to students who have taken BUS 387 or BUS 389.

An overview of the functions of quality customer service and their affect on the customer satisfaction process. Not open to students who have taken BUS 389.

Provides the students with an introduction to the use of Microsoft Excel. This course covers fundamentals of spreadsheet design; date entry, use of formulas and operators, charting information and printing worksheets and graphs.

An introductory course in the basics of word processing. Learn to create letters, memos, reports, tables and flyers using word processing software.

An introductory course in using presentation design software. Students will learn how to create dynamic presentations, with animation, transitions and graphics. Students will also learn how to use templates and modify design themes.

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the AHC graduation requirement of area 4B: Communication and Analytical Thinking.
Recommended courses: MATH 100, 105, 123, 135, 181, 321; or select one course from this list.

Select one course from this list.

Choose one of the following courses:

• EMS 102, First Aid and Safety
• FSN 109, Basic Nutrition for Health
• HED 100, Health and Wellness
• HUSV 126, Meditation, Mindfulness, and Stress Reduction

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

An introduction to computer-based business presentations and their development using PowerPoint. Topics include creating dynamic, non-linear presentations with animation, designing colorful handouts, installing and using templates, inserting sound, action buttons, video and creating slide masters. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper. 

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

ANTH 102, 103, 105; BUS 141; ECON 141; ENGL 105; GBST 141; GEOG 102, 103; LGBT 101, 102; POLS 104, 105; SOC 101, 102, 120, 122; SPCH 110

Or select one course from this list.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the AHC Math Competency requirement.

Recommended courses: MATH 100, 105, 123, 135, 181, 321

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

Select one course from this list.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

ART 101, 105, 109, 170; DANC 101p; DRMA 103; ENGL 130, 131, 139, 140, 148; ECS 116; FASH 104; FILM 101, 102, 103, 108, 109; HIST 101, 102, 103, 120; HUM 101, 102, 103; MUS 104, 106; PHIL 121; SPAN 102, 103, 104, 105, 112

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

Select one course from this list.

Choose one of the following courses:

• ES 1231, African American History
• HIST 107, U S History to 1877
• HIST 108, US History from 1877 to the Present
• HIST 118, U S History to 1877
• HIST 119, History of California
• POLS 101, Introduction to Political Science
• POLS 103, American Government

Select one course from this list.

You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.

NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.

An introduction to computer-based business presentations and their development using PowerPoint. Topics include creating dynamic, non-linear presentations with animation, designing colorful handouts, installing and using templates, inserting sound, action buttons, video and creating slide masters. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Acquire the basic knowledge needed to begin your career as a paralegal. This course provides an in-depth overview of the legal system with special emphasis on the duties and responsibilities of a paralegal.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the AHC graduation requirement of area 4B: Communication and Analytical Thinking.
Recommended courses: MATH 100, 105, 123, 135, 181, 321; or select one course from this list.

Choose one of the following courses:

• EMS 102, First Aid and Safety
• FSN 109, Basic Nutrition for Health
• HED 100, Health and Wellness
• HUSV 126, Meditation, Mindfulness, and Stress Reduction

Select one course from this list.

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

Fundamental legal principles pertaining to business transactions. Introduction to the legal process. Topics include sources of law and ethics, contracts, torts, agency, criminal law, business organizations, and judicial and administrative processes.

Course focuses on law office procedures and terminology for the purpose of employment as a secretary and/or paralegal in a law office. The law office principles and management skills learned in this course may be applied to employment in any legal practice area (civil, criminal, family, probate, etc.) as well as other professional office settings.

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper. 

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

ART 101, 105, 109, 170; DANC 101p; DRMA 103; ENGL 130, 131, 139, 140, 148; ECS 116; FASH 104; FILM 101, 102, 103, 108, 109; HIST 101, 102, 103, 120; HUM 101, 102, 103; MUS 104, 106; PHIL 121; SPAN 102, 103, 104, 105, 112

A study of the types of communications used in industry and government with emphasis on the content and practice of creating and writing various types of letters, memorandums, reports, Internet e-mail, multimedia presentations and other types of documents. Spelling, correct word usage, sentence structure, punctuation, appearance of copy and organization of ideas are emphasized.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

Choose one of the following courses:

• ES 1231, African American History
• HIST 107, U S History to 1877
• HIST 108, US History from 1877 to the Present
• HIST 118, U S History to 1877
• HIST 119, History of California
• POLS 101, Introduction to Political Science
• POLS 103, American Government

Select one course from this list.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the AHC Math Competency requirement.

Recommended courses: MATH 100, 105, 123, 135, 181, 321

A study of human relations in business including multicultural and gender relationships in the workplace.

Designed to expose paralegal students to written advocacy and discovery requests. Emphasizes persuasive writing techniques, writing for a purpose, and discovery mechanics. Students will complete substantial writing assignments.

Select one course from this list.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

ANTH 102, 103, 105; BUS 141; ECON 141; ENGL 105; GBST 141; GEOG 102, 103; LGBT 101, 102; POLS 104, 105; SOC 101, 102, 120, 122; SPCH 110

Or select one course from this list.

Select one course from this list.

Fundamental legal principles pertaining to business transactions. Introduction to the legal process. Topics include sources of law and ethics, contracts, torts, agency, criminal law, business organizations, and judicial and administrative processes.

A study of the types of communications used in industry and government with emphasis on the content and practice of creating and writing various types of letters, memorandums, reports, Internet e-mail, multimedia presentations and other types of documents. Spelling, correct word usage, sentence structure, punctuation, appearance of copy and organization of ideas are emphasized.

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Course focuses on law office procedures and terminology for the purpose of employment as a secretary and/or paralegal in a law office. The law office principles and management skills learned in this course may be applied to employment in any legal practice area (civil, criminal, family, probate, etc.) as well as other professional office settings.

Acquire the basic knowledge needed to begin your career as a paralegal. This course provides an in-depth overview of the legal system with special emphasis on the duties and responsibilities of a paralegal.

A study of human relations in business including multicultural and gender relationships in the workplace.

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

Designed to expose paralegal students to written advocacy and discovery requests. Emphasizes persuasive writing techniques, writing for a purpose, and discovery mechanics. Students will complete substantial writing assignments.

A study of human relations in business including multicultural and gender relationships in the workplace.

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.

To satisfy both area 4B: Comm and Analytical Thinking and the math competency, take one of the following courses:

• MATH 321 First Year Geometry
• MATH 100 Nature of Modern Mathematics
• MATH 105 Mathematics for Teachers
• MATH 123 Elementary Statistics
• MATH 135 Calculus with Applications
• MATH 181 Calculus

or choose a course from this list.

Select one course from this list.

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

A review of essential management skills including the role of the supervisor, supervisory challenges, and related human resources responsibilities. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for one or more of the Essentials of Management modules or BUS 359 (Essentials of Management).

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper. 

Choose one of the following courses:

• ES 1231, African American History
• HIST 107, U S History to 1877
• HIST 108, US History from 1877 to the Present
• HIST 118, U S History to 1877
• HIST 119, History of California
• POLS 101, Introduction to Political Science
• POLS 103, American Government

A study of the types of communications used in industry and government with emphasis on the content and practice of creating and writing various types of letters, memorandums, reports, Internet e-mail, multimedia presentations and other types of documents. Spelling, correct word usage, sentence structure, punctuation, appearance of copy and organization of ideas are emphasized.

Manage and analyze information using spreadsheets for more informed decisions. Some skills covered are applying formatting, creating calculations, using functions, creating Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts, developing macros, sharing data, and writing VBA code.

Select one course from this list.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

ANTH 102, 103, 105; BUS 141; ECON 141; ENGL 105; GBST 141; GEOG 102, 103; LGBT 101, 102; POLS 104, 105; SOC 101, 102, 120, 122; SPCH 110

Or select one course from this list.

Choose one of the following courses:

• EMS 102, First Aid and Safety
• FSN 109, Basic Nutrition for Health
• HED 100, Health and Wellness
• HUSV 126, Meditation, Mindfulness, and Stress Reduction

A comprehensive course in the principles and practices of records management. The course covers the rules of indexing and alphabetizing and various records management systems including geographic, numeric, and subject plus the organization and operation of records management programs.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

An introduction to computer-based business presentations and their development using PowerPoint. Topics include creating dynamic, non-linear presentations with animation, designing colorful handouts, installing and using templates, inserting sound, action buttons, video and creating slide masters. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

ART 101, 105, 109, 170; DANC 101p; DRMA 103; ENGL 130, 131, 139, 140, 148; ECS 116; FASH 104; FILM 101, 102, 103, 108, 109; HIST 101, 102, 103, 120; HUM 101, 102, 103; MUS 104, 106; PHIL 121; SPAN 102, 103, 104, 105, 112

Select one course from this list.

Select one course from this list.

A study of human relations in business including multicultural and gender relationships in the workplace.

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.

A review of essential management skills including the role of the supervisor, supervisory challenges, and related human resources responsibilities. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for one or more of the Essentials of Management modules or BUS 359 (Essentials of Management).

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

A study of the types of communications used in industry and government with emphasis on the content and practice of creating and writing various types of letters, memorandums, reports, Internet e-mail, multimedia presentations and other types of documents. Spelling, correct word usage, sentence structure, punctuation, appearance of copy and organization of ideas are emphasized.

Manage and analyze information using spreadsheets for more informed decisions. Some skills covered are applying formatting, creating calculations, using functions, creating Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts, developing macros, sharing data, and writing VBA code.

A comprehensive course in the principles and practices of records management. The course covers the rules of indexing and alphabetizing and various records management systems including geographic, numeric, and subject plus the organization and operation of records management programs.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

An introduction to computer-based business presentations and their development using PowerPoint. Topics include creating dynamic, non-linear presentations with animation, designing colorful handouts, installing and using templates, inserting sound, action buttons, video and creating slide masters. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

A basic course for computer novices to learn how to operate a computer and use common software such as the Windows operating system and an Internet browser. Also covers the use of common hardware devices such as a mouse, keyboard and printer. Learn Windows operating system.

Provides the students with an introduction to the use of Microsoft Excel. This course covers fundamentals of spreadsheet design; date entry, use of formulas and operators, charting information and printing worksheets and graphs.

Provides the student with an introduction to the use of a database management program. Learn Microsoft Access.

An introductory course in the basics of word processing. Learn to create letters, memos, reports, tables and flyers using word processing software.

An introductory course in using presentation design software. Students will learn how to create dynamic presentations, with animation, transitions and graphics. Students will also learn how to use templates and modify design themes.

Introduces integrated marketing communications strategies for developing productive advertising and maintaining positive public relations.

This class is designed to help leaders improve their verbal communication skills. Students will learn how to improve the design and transmittal of their messages. Not open to students who have taken BUS 389.

An introductory course in the basics of word processing. Learn to create letters, memos, reports, tables and flyers using word processing software.

An introductory course in using presentation design software. Students will learn how to create dynamic presentations, with animation, transitions and graphics. Students will also learn how to use templates and modify design themes.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.