15 courses with the subject ADMS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ADMS 1010Business English Skills2
This course is an extensive, comprehensive study of English grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation, number usage, capitalization and abbreviation rules, and proofreading. Learning Outcomes Utilize critical thinking skills and apply those skills through discussion, exercises, worksheets, lecture, D2L, and completing MindTap exercises and quizzes Identify the different types of sentences, abbreviations, number rules, capitalization, and typographical errors by utilizing, practicing, identifying and correcting proofreading, grammar, and sentence structure errors. Learn, identify, and apply extensive sentence structure, proofreading, capitalization, and grammar skills rules. Identify, learn, apply, and correct word usage, fragments, comma splices, run-ons, pronouns, apostrophes, spelling, commas, combining sentences, subject-verb agreement, and spelling.
This course covers basic information on the history of computers, computer hardware and desktop application software. Students will learn the fundamentals of word processing (Word), spreadsheet (Excel), database (Access), and presentation applications (PowerPoint). Students will also be introduced to use of basic file management and the Internet. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate skills common to all desktop applications; copy and paste, select text, use bold, underline and italics; select files and folders; create headers and footers; add page numbers; print preview and printing. Demonstrate knowledge of computer security and safety, ethics and privacy concerns related to technology Demonstrate skills in the use of desktop application software (word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation graphics). Specific skills to include: Create a Word document; change line spacing & margins, copy, move, rename and delete files, print files Create an Excel spreadsheet; use functions and mathematical operators; use absolute cell references; create charts and graphs Create an Access database; enter and edit records; query the database; create simple forms and reports Create a PowerPoint presentation; add speaker notes, add media to presentations. Demonstrate knowledge of the Internet and how to research information. Describe the hardware components of a personal computer Apply email software for professional, effective communication. Demonstrate skills in the use of the Windows operating system software
This course covers the areas that develop skills in understanding and performing typical office tasks. Topics include communication, the changing workplace, handling mail, file management, understanding cultural diversity, customer service, and workplace etiquette. Learning Outcomes Develop an awareness and understanding of a culturally diverse workforce. Identify office health, safety, and ethical issues. Use effective time management techniques. Create and manage file management systems. Recognize and understand the role of customer service in the workplace (internal and external customers). Describe the changing office environment. Define and utilize workplace communications: oral, written, verbal and non-verbal.
This course covers basic formatting for business documents, including letters, memos, reports, and tables. Skill development for speed and accuracy will also be included.
A typing speed of 30 words per minute with five or fewer errors. Learning Outcomes apply keyboarding rules produce short reports develop punctuation skills produce multi-page letters & reports produce modified block letters produce table of contents produce personal business letters produce employment documents produce business memorandums produce business letters practice proper word division produce bibliographies produce letters and memos with tables develop language arts skills revise and proofread rough-draft documents
ADMS 1022Office Support Event Management3
This course covers the basic planning of business events such as meetings, conferences, and luncheons. Topics include all aspects of planning these events from scheduling, invitations, agendas, room management, set up, handouts, and catering needs. Students will also work to develop appropriate skills to take effective meeting minutes, create agendas, and continuous improvement in event management through development of surveys to gain feedback from participants. Learning Outcomes Create agendas Finding food vendors and ordering food for events (dietary requests, appropriate amounts to order, costs) Creating and distributing handouts for events Monitor RSVPs Room management (size, setup, AV needs, etc.) Project management of events Schedule meetings Take meeting minutes Working with budgets for planning events Guest speaker management Create surveys
This course is designed to integrate and reinforce the skills and knowledge learned in previous courses in the program. Project emphasis will develop the students’ awareness of work flow, chain of command, and creation/integration of office documents. The use of electronic tools and the integration of documents created in various Microsoft Office Suite programs is the primary focus of this course. Learning Outcomes Develop an understanding of organizational structure and the chain of command in a workplace. Prepare and proofread various written business communications and documents. Utilize Microsoft Office applications to create merged documents. Analyze workplace information and data to create visual aids: PowerPoints, Charts, Tables, and Graphs. Prepare and create numerous office documents, including but not limited to: agendas, minutes, forms, reports & manuals.
This course covers training in the preparation for students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist Exam for Outlook. Learning Outcomes Print and save information Insert message content Create and manage contact groups Create and manage contact records Create and manage calendars Perform search operations Create messages Create and manage contact groups Create and organize appointments, meetings and events. Customize Outlook settings Configure mail settings Organize and manage messages
This course is an introduction to medical terminology with the focus based upon organ systems of the human body as defined by the American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology Manual. Students will gain skills in reading medical terms by identifying root word meanings along with applicable prefixes and suffixes. Common medical abbreviations and symbols will be examined to assist students in reading medical records.This course is the same as HEAL 1502 - both courses are cross-listeted together. Learning Outcomes Given class activities and instructor guidance the student will be able to demonstrate understanding in identifying medical terms related to all organ systems of the human body including the eyes, ears, nose and throat, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the endocrine system, the integumentary system, the musculoskeletal system, the male and female genitourinary systems, the nervous system and the digestive system. Given course materials and instruction the student will be able to recognize the logic of the language of medicine in individual medical terms and identify roots and combining forms. With encouragement from the instructor the student will be able to apply critical thinking skills and utilize references to help decode medical terms. After independent reading and class instruction the student will be able to differentiate between medical terms that are spelled and/or pronounced similarly.
This course covers training in the preparation for students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist Exam for Word. Learning Outcomes Insert and format text, paragraphs, and sections Format, save and share documents Inspect documents for issues Insert and Format Graphic Elements Create and configure document sections Manage, create, and modify tables and lists Manage Document Collaboration Create and Manage references Manage and Navigate within documents
This course covers training in the preparation for students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist Exam forExcel. Learning Outcomes Define and reference named ranges. Configure content for collaboration. Navigate and format within worksheets and workbooks. Format cells and ranges and modify text. Create, modify, and format charts. Summarize data visually; Create, modify, and format tables. Calculate, transform, and import data into workbooks. Manipulate, filter, calculate, transform and sort data in worksheets.
This course covers training in the preparation for students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist Exam for PowerPoint. Learning Outcomes Configure and present slide shows Prepare presentations for collaboration Insert and format text, shapes, and Images Manage, insert, modify and order Slides Change presentation options and views Modify slide masters, handout masters, and note masters Manage Presentations
ADMS 1285Oral Business Communications and Job Seeking Skills2
This course covers the development of oral communication skills in the following areas: one-to-one communication, oral presentations to groups, use of MS PowerPoint in presentations and student evaluation of speeches. Students will also learn successful employment interview strategies as well as how to find various job leads, write a successful resume and cover letter. Learning Outcomes Deliver presentations and prepared speeches. Identify job search resources, including building a career network and portfolio. Determine employment goals and personal development strategies. Develop interview essentials and preparedness. Identify best practices in oral communications in the workplace. Identify the stages of the job search journey. Identify content to create and write effective resumes and cover letters.
This course covers the process of communication, including writing techniques and strategies. Students learn by completing a range of writing exercises and critical thinking cases. Specific applications focus on letter and memorandum writing and formal and informal reports. Communication skills are emphasized along with e-mail usage. Learning Outcomes Describe and identify the communication process, direct and indirect writing strategies, communication barriers, and technological communications. Identify different types of reports, memos, e-mails, letters, informational and analytical report formats, persuasive messages, adjustment letters, positive and negative messages, and goodwill messages. Complete different writing assignments: e-mail, informational letter/direct request, response memorandum, and a claim denial. Understand different writing formats, utilizing proper formatting with headings, bulleted points, numbered lists, sentence structure, and coherent paragraphs. Locate and apply grammar and proofreading skills by finding punctuation errors, combine sentences, define passive voice, sentence fragments, comma splices, and run-ons.
This course provides students with the opportunity to participate in real life observation of work settings. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and role transition from student to graduate. Students are assigned to observe/meet with industry contacts, research and utilize real life application of their coursework and prepare and present findings based on project assigned to them. Learning Outcomes Use oral and written communication skills in creating, expressing and interpreting information and ideas. Use information technology tools. Perform skills representative of the administrative assistant Use verbal and written communications. Perform research and apply critical thinking skills Describe administrative roles within teams, work units, departments, organizations, inter-organizational systems, and the larger environment Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities Practice organizational skills
