DATA PROCESSING (844)
Course Scope:
This one-year course is designed to familiarize students with operations involved in handling business data and the application of computers to problem-solving in business. Students will use application software and beginning programming techniques. It will provide students with entry-level skills for employment in data entry positions. This course will fulfill either the one-half required computer credit and one-half elective credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation.
Course Goals:
To gain knowledge of changes that have taken place in processing data because of electronic computers.
To research the job opportunities and qualifications needed in data processing.
To prepare for careers that need an understanding of automated data processing.
To develop basic skills in flowcharting and writing business programs.
To concert source documents into data for data processing applications.
To design records for a practical business application, such as payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
To develop skills in flowcharting techniques by breaking a problem down into logical sequential steps through the use of symbols and brief written explanations.
To develop skill and appropriate techniques in the production and formatting of management information, correspondence, and a variety of forms and communications.
To operate a workstation connected to a networked computer system.
To differentiate among the various operating systems.
To develop problem-solving skills.
To develop work traits that are important to success in personal and business activities.
To identify the employability skills and personal traits required in the world of work.
To develop the skills necessary to cope with job-related conflict, stress, and discrimination.
Sex equity has been observed in the language of this syllabus. It is recommended that nontraditional careers be encouraged and that gender-neutral teaching materials be utilized. Hands-on activities in this course allow for a wide range of ability levels. Equipment, tools, and materials should be adapted for use by students with handicaps and the method of their use should be adjusted to accommodate special needs. Additionally, instructors are encouraged to use supplemental textbooks and audiovisuals illustrating special populations. Because employers in the private and public sectors are making every effort to ensure that employees are part of a drug free workplace, instructors need to make every attempt to integrate a clear no use message for drugs and alcohol in their curricula.
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