BUS 100 - English for the Professional (3 Units)
Prerequisite: ENGWR 51 and ENGRD 15, or ESLR 310 and ESLW 310 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Advisory: BUSTEC 300 (Beginning Keyboarding/Applications)
Hours: 54 hours LEC

This course is designed to prepare the student for business communication. It presents principles of correct and effective English usage as applied in business. Included are skills and techniques of written communication, sentence structure, word usage, punctuation, spelling, business vocabulary, and business document formatting. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and effective writing techniques by analyzing written communication and composing and organizing paragraphs into effective business documents. Proofreading skills are stressed throughout the course. This course is required of all business technology majors and recommended for all business majors.

BUS 310 - Business Communications (3 Units)
Prerequisite: BUS 100 (English for the Professional) or ENGWR 102 (Proficient Writing) with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Advisory: Keyboarding skill or BUSTEC 300 (Beginning Keyboarding/Applications)
Course Transferable to: CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC

This course focuses on the concepts, strategies, and principles of effective communication. Tools to communicate effectively in a fast-paced technological, global marketplace are emphasized. The course provides opportunities to create, evaluate, critique, and judge business documents and reports. A formal research paper using analytical skills and the ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations is required. AA/AS area 3D.

BUSTEC 100 - Keyboarding Skills (1-3 Units)
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGRD 15 (Basic Reading Skills); touch-typing
Hours: 12-36 hours LEC; 18-54 hours LAB

This course is designed for students with some keyboarding skill who are wanting to improve their keyboarding speed and accuracy. Individualized skill improvement plans are based on computerized assessment of keyboarding speed and accuracy. Enroll any time throughout the semester. This course is credit/no credit. Earn one unit of credit for each module successfully completed. Certification testing is available.

BUSTEC 101 - Computer Keyboarding: 10-Key (1 Unit)
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: BUSTEC 300 (Beginning Keyboarding/Applications); or a keyboarding speed of 30 WAM
Hours: 12 hours LEC, 18 hours LAB

This course introduces the numeric keypad and develops the ability to key information into a computer with speed and accuracy. Simulated employment tests based on industry standards are included. Ten-key certification testing is available.

BUSTEC 110 - Business Procedures for Professional Success (3 Units)
Prerequisite: BUSTEC 300 (Beginning Keyboarding/Applications) with a grade of "C" or better
Co-requisite: BUS 310 (Business Communications)
Advisory: BUSTEC 310 (Introduction to Word/Information Processing)
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB

This course provides preparation for the office professional in the changing workplace. Course content covers office technology, office communications, records management, and preparation of meeting, travel, and financial documents. Career planning and career development are addressed.

BUSTEC 122 - Workplace Skills for the Office (3 Units)
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGRD 15 (Basic Reading Skills) and ENGWR 51 (Developmental Writing); Keyboarding skills
Hours: 54 hours LEC

This course introduces basic procedures that are required of office workers to perform effectively in office-related occupations. Specific topics include planning a career, working with the office team, communicating effectively, preparing and processing information, seeking employment opportunities, and developing a portfolio. This course emphasizes activities and techniques that develop competencies needed in the changing workplace.

BUSTEC 125 - Office Assistant Training (7 Units)
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or ENGWR 103 and ENGRD 116 or SELR 320 and ESLW 320
Hours: 96 hours LEC; 90 hours LAB

This course combines the skills needed for office assistant positions into one program. The content includes computer keyboarding, word processing, and spreadsheet programs; alphabetic filing; 10-key skill development to 10,000+ keystrokes/hour; office procedures and communications, including telephone, mail, e-mail, and Internet; human relations; and employment resources. This course may be offered as a short-term, fast-track program. Certificates are granted upon successful completion of all course segments.

BUSTEC 126 - Outlook: Basics (1 Unit)
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: BUSTEC 300 (Beginning Keyboarding/Applications); or keyboarding skills
Hours: 18 hours LEC

This course introduces desktop communication management for users of Microsoft Outlook. Topics include e-mail, creating and managing contacts in the address book, and accessing files and folders.

BUSTEC 127 - Outlook: Tools (1 Unit)
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: BUSTEC 300 (Beginning Keyboarding/Applications); or keyboarding skills
Hours: 18 hours LEC

This Outlook course presents the communication tools beyond basic e-mail. Topics include calendar and scheduling, recording tasks and notes, shared folders, and customizing Outlook. In addition, the course covers the integration of Outlook with other applications within the Microsoft Office suite.

BUSTEC 300 - Beginning Keyboarding/Applications (1-3 Units)
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of “C” or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of “C” or better; OR placement through assessment process.
Course Transferable to: CSU
Hours: 12-36 hours LEC, 18-54 hours LAB

This course provides computer training for employment or personal use. Module one covers keyboarding and skill development techniques. Modules two and three introduce basic formats for business correspondence - memorandums, letters, e-mail, tables, and reports. Enroll at any time during the semester. Earn one unit of credit for each module successfully completed.

BUSTEC 301 - Intermediate Keyboarding/Application (1-3 Units)
Prerequisite: BUSTEC 300 (Beginning Keyboarding/Applications) with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to: CSU
Hours: 12-36 hours LEC, 18-54 hours LAB

This course develops computer keyboarding, word processing, and document production skills. Formatting applications include business correspondence and reports, tables and charts, form templates, flyers, newsletters, and in-basket projects. Students may enroll up to the twelfth week. Credit is based on the number of modules successfully completed. This course is repeatable up to three times for a maximum of three units.

BUSTEC 305 - Introduction to Office Technology (1 Unit)
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: BUSTEC 300 (Beginning Keyboarding/Applications)
Course Transferable to: CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC

This course focuses on the integration of office technology and business skills in the work environment. Topics include hardware and software; e-mail, voice, and fax communications; electronic calendars and scheduling; Internet resources; and the virtual office. This is an introductory course recommended for all business students.

BUSTEC 310 - Introduction to Word/Information Processing (1-3 Units)
Prerequisite: BUSTEC 300 (Beginning Keyboarding/Applications) with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to: CSU
Hours: 12-36 hours LEC; 18-54 hours LAB

This course reviews basic word/information processing and introduces intermediate and advanced formatting for correspondence, tables, reports, newsletters, presentations, Internet documents, and other business information. Related topics include scanning, e-mail, calendars, scheduling, and integrated office applications. Units are based on modules successfully completed. The course may be repeated for credit on a different software package or version for a maximum of six units.

BUSTEC 311 - Advanced Word/Information Processing (3 Units)
Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to: CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB

Provides training on advanced word/information processing functions. Stresses improvement of skill in organizing and producing correspondence, manuscripts, reports, and tabulations. Strengthens formatting, language arts, composition, and decision-making skills using the microcomputer.

BUSTEC 313 - Presentations for the Business Professional (2 Units)
Prerequisite: none
Advisory: BUS 310 (Business Communications); CISA 340 (Presentation Graphics) Transferable to: CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC

This course develops business presentation skills indispensable in today's job market. Topics include data evaluation, content planning and organizing, visual aid development, and methods of presentation. Strategies for interviews, meetings, training, and group presentations typically found in a business environment are explored.

BUSTEC 332 - Integrated Business Projects (3 Units)
Prerequisite: BUSTEC 110 (Administrative Procedures) with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory: BUSTEC 310 (Introduction to Word/Information Processing), CISA 310 (Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets), CISA 320 (Introduction to Database Management)
Course Transferable to: CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC

This course integrates office administration skills using the Microsoft Office suite. Course content integrates word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and communication software to create, format, revise, share, and maintain business documents and data. Hands-on business projects are based on current office systems and incorporate problem-solving skills and real world business simulations.

BUSTEC 350 - Virtual Office Careers and Technologies (3 Units)
Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to: CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC

This course explores careers in the virtual office and identifies techniques and technologies needed by virtual office workers. Specific topics include types of virtual offices, technologies and skills needed in a virtual office, ways to establish and manage a virtual office, effective communication, and job opportunities. This course also examines issues for career preparation in a virtual office.