Course Description
This course provides a fundamental understanding of computing including knowledge and use of computer hardware, software, and operating systems. The course will cover basic use and common features of applications (word processing, spreadsheet, and database) including internet use and e-mail.
Certificate
Completion of this course certifies proficient computing skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Technical Competency is available upon request.
This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:
Competencies (skills you will learn)
- Identify computing fundamentals such as computer hardware, software, and operating systems
- Learn to navigate the windows environment
- Gain knowledge of primary applications such as common program, word processing, spreadsheet, and database functions
- Learn to use online computing including Internet and electronic mail
Course Structure
This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.
Course Length
The estimated length of this course is 90 hours.
Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.
Specific Course Admission Requirements
Students should have completed Keyboarding Basics or have equivalent competency (25 w.p.m. keyboarding ability) . Also, courses in the Business Technology Programs are to be taken in order. The course list can be found on the information sheet for each program or by contacting Student Services.
Textbooks & Materials
Computer Literacy Basics- A Comprehensive Gd. To IC3 - required
ISBN:9780619243821
Price:$90.00
Practical PC 5th Edition - required
ISBN:9781423925118
Price:$62.50
Check the Bookstore for current textbook prices.
Course Location and Schedule
Salt Lake Campus: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday -Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday Rose Park Campus: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday -Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday
Tooele Campus: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. & Thur., 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tues. & Wed.
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday
Tuition and Fees
Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please see the SLTATC Monthly Tuition and Fee Schedule or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information.
This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.
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