OFTI Essentials Program

*Semester Course N*o.	*Quarter* Course No.	Course Name	*Semester Credit Hours*
OFTI 1100	OFTI 100	Introduction to Computer Keyboarding	2
OR
OFTI 1120	OFTI 106	Speed Development Keyboarding	2
OFTI 1110	OFTI 101	Keyboarding and Document Formatting	3
OFTI 1130	OFTI 150	Business Correspondence	3
OFTI 1200	OFTI 161	MS Office for Professional Staff	2
OFTI 1203	OFTI 163	Microsoft Outlook	2
OFTI 1210	OFTI 127	Word Processing I	3
OFTI 1215	OFTI 128	Word Processing II	2
OFTI 2600	OFTI 285	Professional Development	3
Total Hours			20


	Course Descriptions
	OFTI 1100 (100) -- Introduction to Computer Keyboarding 2 semester hours Beginning keyboarding course designed for the student with no prior or limited keyboarding experience. Includes word processing functions and basic formatting of documents. Prerequisite: None
	OFTI 1120 (106) -- Speed Development Keyboarding 2 semester hours Development of speed, accuracy, and concentration in keyboarding using a computer keyboard and diagnostic software. Prerequisite: OFTI 1100 with a grade level of C or better or keyboarding speed of 25 words per minute
	OFTI 1110 (101) -- Keyboarding and Document Formatting 3 semester hours Develop speed and accuracy skills using a computer. Format and produce academic, business, and personal documents using word processing software in mailable format. Completion of Word Processing I, OFTI 1210 is recommended. Prerequisite: OFTI 1100 with a grade level of C or better and keyboarding speed of 25 words per minute
	OFTI 1130 (150) -- Business Correspondence 3 semester hours Basic instruction and practice in developing the vital employment skill of planning, writing, and formatting effective business communication including sentences, paragraphs, memos, letters, e-mail, formal and informal reports. Includes current business spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills. Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills
	OFTI 1200 (161) -- MS Office for Professional Staff 2 semester hours Introductory course in Microsoft Office utilizing the basic functions of Windows, Internet Explorer, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Object Linking between Word and Excel and PowerPoint. Designed for the office professional person or others wishing to learn and/or upgrade software skills. May not be substituted for CIS1205. Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills
	OFTI 1203 (163) -- Microsoft Outlook 2 semester hours Introductory course using Microsoft Outlook emphasizing efficient use of e-mail, calendar, tasks, and notes. Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills and knowledge of Windows operating system.
	OFTI 1210 (127) -- Word Processing I 3 semester hours Word processing functions using a specific word processing software package which may include insert, delete, cut, paste, find, replace, document formatting, margins, tabs, spell checker, thesaurus, grammar checker, pagination, page numbering, indent, printing, line spacing, justification, centering, view modes, multiple windows, footnotes, endnotes, headers, footers, disk maintenance, folders and document formats. Introduces merge, tables, borders, images, and drawing objects. Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills
	OFTI 1215 (128) -- Word Processing II 2 semester hours Advanced word processing course for personal computers. Applications may include tables, charts, graphics, borders, Clip Art, drawing features, Web-enhanced forms, fill-in forms, columns, outlines, paragraph numbering, styles, macros, sort, select, shared documents, table of contents, and index. Prerequisite: OFTI 1210
	OFTI 2600 (285) -- Professional Development 3 semester hours Capstone course designed to develop "people skills" essential in the working environment. For students who have completed at least 60 percent of the credits required for a certificate or degree program. Topics include human relations, professional presence, team building, ethics, stress management, diversity, and communication skills relating to individuals, organizations, and client relations. Emphasis will be placed on employment opportunities including job search skills, advancement opportunities, networking, and interviewing. Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills – for students who have completed at least 60 percent of the credits required for a certificate or degree program.
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	Contact Information
	Wendy Felder
	Seaton Computing Center -- SCC 104H 630-942-2577 felderw@cdnet.cod.edu
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Office Technology Essentials Certificate 20 Semester Credit Hours CODE #4277
	Program Description The Office Technology Information Essentials Certificate is designed for the student who wishes to develop or update those skills that are essential to the successful office support professional. The program consists of eight courses that include instruction in keyboarding, document formatting, Microsoft Office 2003, business correspondence, and professional development. For exact course names and descriptions, see Course Descriptions in this document.
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