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14 Semester Credit Hours; Curriculum: 0133

Course List
Code Title Hours
Courses for a Certificate
CAB 110Windows Fundamentals1
CAB 125Word Processing Using Word2
CAB 130Presentation Software Using PowerPoint2
CAB 135Electronic Spreadsheeting Using Excel2
CAB 235Advanced Spreadsheeting Using Excel2
Select five credit hours from the following:5
CAB 140
Database Application Using Access
CAB 150
Visio Fundamentals 1
CAB 180
Administrative Office Management and Professional Development 1
CAB 225
Advanced Word Processing and Publishing 2
Select any other course from CAB or CIS (except CIS 101 or CIS 103)
Total Hours14
1

Offered in fall semester only

2

Offered in spring semester only

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate competency in at least three software application packages.
  2. Demonstrate competency and appropriate use by utilizing advanced application tools within each software program.
  3. Use critical thinking skills to analyze and solve business problems.
  4. Demonstrate competency in managing files and folders.
  5. Demonstrate preparedness for the Microsoft Certification exam.

Microsoft Office Advanced Specialist Certificate Pathway

The following Pathway is recommended for students pursuing the Microsoft Office Advanced Specialist Certificate. 

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
Semester OneHours
CAB 110 Windows Fundamentals 1
CAB 125 Word Processing Using Word 2
CAB 130 Presentation Software Using PowerPoint 2
CAB 135 Electronic Spreadsheeting Using Excel 2
CAB 235 Advanced Spreadsheeting Using Excel 2
Select two of the following: 5
CAB 140
Database Application Using Access  
CAB 150
Visio Fundamentals 1  
CAB 180
Administrative Office Management and Professional Development 1  
CAB 225
Advanced Word Processing and Publishing 2  
Other CAB or CIS courses except CIS 101 or CIS 103
 
 Hours14
 Total Hours14
1

Offered in fall semester only

2

Offered in spring semester only

Note: Pathway is a recommended sequence of courses. Part-time students should contact the program coordinator to discuss a part-time pathway as well as course prerequisites and recommendations. 

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