CPLT1100 Computer Essentials
This course introduces the student to the basics of personal computer use, including the operating system and an overview of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Email using Outlook. Learn about the Computer, Internet, and digital literacy in today's global environment. It will be necessary to have access to a computer outside of class in order to complete the assignments. A student computer lab is available on each campus.
Prerequisite
Qualifying score on reading assessment test OR ENGL0901
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Send email messages
Use search engines to obtain information
Create documents using Word
Create worksheets and charts using Excel
Create PowerPoint presentations
Edit documents
Print documents
Demonstrate knowledge of computer terminology
Learn to utilize the Internet
Learn the basics of Computer Hardware
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the
campus store and in eServices.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Credit Details section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Access Services - Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified students with documented disabilities. Upon attending an intake meeting with Access Services, qualified students will receive a letter listing the approved accommodations that they may provide to their instructors. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, contact HTC Access Services at
AccessServices@hennepintech.edu or
https://hennepintech.edu/current-students/access-services/index.html.
Campus
Brooklyn Park Campus and Eden Prairie Campus: 952-995-1300
Credit Details