Office Information Systems

Course Descriptions

You will find a variety of Office Information Systems courses offered at Western. Below is a list of the Office Information Systems courses we offer. Some of these courses are required for Office Information Systems majors; please check the suggested program to see a complete list of required courses. Courses in other academic areas are also required for a Office Information Systems Degree; please check the College Catalog for course descriptions not listed below.  To check course availability, please check the College Class Schedule.

Business Office Technology (BOTK)

Computer Applications (CMAP)

Business Office Technology (BOTK)

BOTK 1520 (OFFS 1520) (41-131)
BUSINESS MATHEMATICS
This course develops math skills applicable to business including percentages, interest, payroll, inventory, depreciation, and taxes.
Prerequisite:  None

BOTK 1555
BASIC OFFICE SKILLS
Basic Office Skills is designed for persons who expect to be employed in an office environment. Modules of instruction include standard spelling, punctuation, and grammar rules and standard business correspondence formats and procedures, operation of a ten-key calculator, and building speed and accuracy on a computer keyboard or typewriter.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BOTK 1640 or typing skills

BOTK 1640 (CMP 1610) (41-101)
KEYBOARDING APPLICATIONS I
Beginning keyboarding is for students who have no background in typing/keyboarding. It consists of two parts. In the first part, students gain the basic theory and develop keyboarding skills through hands-on experience. The second part develops speed and accuracy on the keyboard and introduces basic document formats.
Prerequisite: None
Flexible Entry

BOTK 1650
KEYBOARDING APPLICATIONS II
This course is designed to improve a student’s keyboarding speed, accuracy, and formatting skills. Upon completion of this course students should be able to: key 45 to 60+ wpm for five minutes; key various styles of letters and reports, memorandums, tables, business forms, and basic desktop publishing documents using word processing software. Marketable skills are expected.
Prerequisites: BOTK 1640 or Instructor Permission
Flexible Entry

BOTK 1900
MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION
This course offers the student the opportunity to become proficient on a transcribing machine with emphasis on production and language skills. Upon completion of the course, students will be proficient in transcribing machine dictation, in using language arts correctly, and in formatting business documents. Emphasis is placed on improving language skills, proofreading skills, and in producing mailable copy from machine dictation the first time the material is transcribed.
Prerequisites: BOTK 1650 or Instructor Permission

BOTK 2750 (OFFS 2570) (41-180)
RECORDS MANAGEMENT
The purpose of this course is to provide you with a basic knowledge of the principles of records management. Emphasis will be placed on the cycle within which information functions are developed in the office. The rules of four storage and retrieval methods along with the equipment and materials necessary to maintain these systems will be covered in detail. The manual records systems will be emphasized so that conversions to automated systems will be simplified once the basic rules have been implanted into a system.
Prerequisite: None

BOTK 2800
OIS Portfolio/CAPSTONE
This course is a capstone course for students working toward an A.A.S. in Office Information Systems, an A.A.S. in Office Information Systems with Legal Assistant emphasis, or an A.A.S. in Office Information Systems with emphasis in Medical Office Assistant. This course will provide students with the opportunity to prepare a comprehensive Portfolio which may help them gain employment. In this course, students will gather documentation of their abilities to demonstrate their accomplishments in the WWCC Goals for Student Success.
Prerequisites: Minimum 45 credit hours towards an A.A.S. in Office Information Systems, or an A.A.S. in Office Information Systems with emphasis on Medical Office Assistant

BOTK 2810, 2820 (OFFS 2580, 2590) (41-111, 112)
ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES I & II
This course emphasizes accounting theory and applications, including the accounting cycle on sole proprietorships and partnerships, journals, ledgers, adjustments, worksheets, and payroll procedures. Experience in accounting on the microcomputer is offered. (This course is designed for students enrolled for a certificate or the A.A.S. degree.)
Prerequisite: BOTK 2810 prerequisite for BOTK 2820

BOTK 2900 (OFFS 2510)
OFFICE SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES
This course offers the OIS student in-depth discussion and application of the procedures they will be expected to perform upon entering the world of work in the electronic office. This course is designed to tie together previously learned skills and knowledge as well as present new subject matter. Modules such as the following will be included: technology in the office, time management, communications, administrative support function, and preparing for employment.
Prerequisites: BOTK 1555 and COSC 1200 or Instructor Permission

Computer Applications (CMAP)

 

CMAP 0910
INTRODUCTION TO ONLINE LEARNING
This course will provide beginning instruction and hands-on practical experiences to accomplish an introductory review of online learning and the terminology students will encounter in online education. Students will practice using Internet browsers, e-mail, and file management; downloading programs and using all tools within the WWCC course management system. Students will complete and submit assignments and tests online, as well as participate in a group discussion, know where to go for help, understand how to use Blackboard, and how to succeed online.
Prerequisite: None

CMAP 1500 (CMP 1600) (41-103)
COMPUTER KEYBOARDING
Computer Keyboarding is designed for students who wish to learn the computer keyboard by touch. It covers the alphabet, number and symbol keys. Upon completion of Computer Keyboarding, the student will type from 25 to 35 words per minute accurately, proofread keyboarded copy, and demonstrate knowledge of basic keyboarding techniques and conventions. Some students use this course to improve keyboarding speed and accuracy. Prerequisite: None Flexible Entry

CMAP 1610
WINDOWS I
Upon completion of this course you will know the terms, concepts and components associated with the Windows operating system. Topics include: file management, using help, and customizing windows. The focus will be on hands-on instruction that meets employee needs in the workplace.
Prerequisite: None
Flexible Entry

CMAP 1705
WORD PROCESSING APPLICATIONS:
This course offers the student individualized instruction on word processing software such as Microsoft Word or WordPerfect. Emphasis will be on documents applicable to business, government, and industry. Some of the topics include: creating, editing, and formatting documents; desktop publishing; styles; tables; merges (form letters); integrating with other applications; macros; templates; and on-screen forms. Students successfully completing this course in Microsoft Word should be prepared to take the Word Expert Level Microsoft Office Specialist exam. Prerequisite: Keyboarding Competency
Flexible Entry

CMAP 1716
WORD PROCESSING BASICS
The purpose of this class is to provide the student with the instruction and hands-on practical experience to introduce the basic features of a software package. This course is recommended for students who want to learn the basics; however, it is not recommended for those students interested in the secretarial field.
Prerequisite: Keyboarding competency Flexible Entry

CMAP 1750
SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS:
This course offers the student individualized instruction on spreadsheet software such as Excel. Emphasis will be on spreadsheets applicable to business, government, and industry. Some of the topics include: creating and editing spreadsheets, formulas, functions, charts, data tables, databases, templates, integrating with word processing documents, macros, and visual basic. Students successfully completing this course in Excel should be prepared to take the Excel Expert Microsoft Office Specialist exam.
Prerequisite: Keyboarding Competency Flexible Entry

CMAP 1800
DATABASE APPLICATIONS:
This course offers the student individualized instruction on database software such as Microsoft Access. Emphasis will be on databases applicable to business, government, and industry. Some of the topics include: planning, creating, and maintaining databases; creating queries to locate information; creating professional-looking reports and forms; integrating with other applications; creating macros; and using Visual Basic. Students successfully completing this course in Microsoft Access should be prepared to take the Access Expert Level Microsoft Office Specialist exam.
Prerequisite: Keyboarding Competency Flexible Entry

CMAP 1850
DESKTOP PUBLISHING I:
Desktop publishing has become an important tool for communicating in today’s office. Upon completion of this course, the student will accurately use page layout software, such as Publisher, to apply desktop publishing concepts in various personal and business applications. Students will produce professional-looking publications such as newsletters, brochures, and flyers.
Prerequisite: Keyboarding Competency Flexible Entry

CMAP 1860
INTRO TO DIGITAL DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES
This introductory course will cover topics related to living and working in the digital world. Students will learn basic skills to develop various layouts as related to digital media and digital visual communication using today’s technology. Topics to be covered include ethical issues awareness and responsibilities related to digital document design, literacy in generalized digital design software tools and uses, and the development of basic skills to develop various layouts as related to digital media and visual communication. Hands-on activities and case studies
will prepare students for advanced courses. A computer literacy course, such as COSC 1200, is recommended, but not required.
Prerequisite: None

CMAP 1865
DIGITAL PAGE LAYOUT & DESIGN
In this course, students will learn basic terminology, tools, and uses related to digital page layout design using the industry-standard professional page layout software. As they become educated designers in the field of digital page layout, students will develop publications, Web pages, brochures, and other digital documents and identify appropriate file formats for different means of presentation and media for such digital layouts. Hands-on case problem-solving for real-world scenarios and clients will give students the opportunity to demonstrate the interface
between digital page layout software, digital illustration software, and image editing software. A computer literacy course, such as COSC 1200 is recommended, but not required.
Prerequisite: None

CMAP 1870
DIGITAL ILUSTRATION DESIGN
Throughout this course, students will learn basic terminology related to digital illustration and gain practical experience with the industry-standard professional digital illustration program. Through hands-on learning, students will experience the various general tools and uses of digital illustration creation and become educated designers in the field of digital illustration. An awareness of the ethical responsibilities while creating digital illustrations will be developed as real-world scenarios for clients will be investigated and solved. Students will learn and identify various file formats for various purposes as well as the presentation of completed digital illustration projects in various media. A computer literacy course, such as COSC 1200 is recommended, but not required.
Prerequisite: None

CMAP 1875
DIGITAL MULTIMEDIA DESIGN
Students in this course will learn the basic terminology related to digital multimedia development using industry-standard digital multimedia creation software programs. Static designs, animations, and different web technologies will be developed by students and then presented in appropriate formats and media such as web pages and videos. Through hands-on case problems and real world scenarios, students will become educated designers in the field of digital multimedia. A computer literacy course, such as COSC 1200 is recommended, but not
required.
Prerequisite: None

CMAP 1880
INTERNET
This course will provide basic beginning instruction and hands-on practical experience to accomplish a review of the terminology, history and services of the Internet. Students will gain a knowledge of search, chats, E-mail, and home pages.
Prerequisite: Basic Typing Skills

CMAP 1885
DIGITAL DESIGN PUBLISHING
This course provides an in-depth overview of the industry standard software for publishing digital documents for digital display and print. Students will be introduced to the program’s tools and uses and will learn basic terminology related to digital document publishing. Through hands-on case studies and real world activities, students will develop and demonstrate different digital publications and present them for viewing and use. A computer literacy course, such as COSC 1200 is recommended, but not required.
Prerequisite: None

CMAP 1890
WWW AUTHORING:
This course is an introduction to web page authoring. Students develop basic skills in: designing, formatting, managing collections of related Web pages, finding online resources, and publishing to a server. Basic computer experience is recommended.
Prerequisite: None Flexible Entry

CMAP 1905
INTEGRATED APPLICATIONS
This course offers individualized instruction on integrated software common in the business world. Lessons start at a beginning level and build to an intermediate level using an integrated software suite, such as Microsoft Office. Application will include: word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentations, and several projects that integrate two or more applications.
Prerequisite: Keyboarding Competency Flexible Entry

CMAP 2600
COMPUTER GRAPHICS:
This course offers the beginning student instruction on currently popular computer graphics software programs such as: presentation software, web authoring software, and photo editing software. The focus will be on applications that meet employee needs in the workplace.
Prerequisite: None Flexible/Entry

CMAP 2605
COMPUTER GRAPHICS II
This course offers advanced students instruction on current popular computer graphics software programs such as: presentation software, web authoring software, and photo editing software. The focus will be on applications that meet employee needs in the workplace.
Prerequisite: CMAP 2600

CMAP 2630
PRESENTATION GRAPHICS:
Students will create presentations designed to share with an audience. Presentation concepts and planning effective presentations will be a focus throughout the course. Students will learn to create, edit, and delete slides; manipulate objects, copy, move and format text; create transitions and animations; and integrate with other software programs. Assignments, projects, and tests will be representative of work that meets employee needs in the workplace.
Prerequisite: None Flexible Entry

CMAP 2895
DIGITAL DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES CAPSTONE
This course will allow students to demonstrate knowledge of industry-standard digital design software programs by completing a final project of their choice. The opportunity to prepare an electronic Portfolio is presented as students are required to reflect on past projects and choose those to showcase in a digital Portfolio. This course does not fulfill the WWCC Assessment
Requirement for graduation.
Corequisites: CMAP 1890 & CMAP 1885

 

Medical Office Assistant

MOA 1500
MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES
This course emphasizes medical office procedures including office communication, medical law and ethics, front office software, appointment scheduling, patient reception and registration, medical records, medical billing, health insurance, business operations, human resource functions, and financial management. Students will also gain knowledge in locating and obtaining a position in a medical office.
Prerequisite: None