Computer Business Office Technology
CBOT

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

An introduction to computer-based business presentations and their development using PowerPoint. Topics include creating dynamic, non-linear presentations with animation, designing colorful handouts, installing and using templates, inserting sound, action buttons, video and creating slide masters. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

This class will examine personal and professional habits that enhance a leader's ability to create and sustain a healthy and productive organization. Not open to students who have taken BUS 387 or BUS 389.

An overview of the functions of quality customer service and their affect on the customer satisfaction process. Not open to students who have taken BUS 389.

Provides the students with an introduction to the use of Microsoft Excel. This course covers fundamentals of spreadsheet design; date entry, use of formulas and operators, charting information and printing worksheets and graphs.

An introductory course in the basics of word processing. Learn to create letters, memos, reports, tables and flyers using word processing software.

An introductory course in using presentation design software. Students will learn how to create dynamic presentations, with animation, transitions and graphics. Students will also learn how to use templates and modify design themes.

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Mathematics 100, 105, 121, 123, 131, 135, 141, 181, 182, 183, 184

Select one course from this list.

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

An introduction to computer-based business presentations and their development using PowerPoint. Topics include creating dynamic, non-linear presentations with animation, designing colorful handouts, installing and using templates, inserting sound, action buttons, video and creating slide masters. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Administration of Justice 101, 103, 115
• Anthropology 102, 103, 105, 107
• Business 121, 141
• Communications Studies 100, 110
• Early Childhood Studies 100, 101
• Economics 101, 102, 121, 141
• English 105, 150, 151,152, 153
• Ethnic Studies 101, 107, 150, 151,152, 153
• Geography 102, 103, 105
• Global Studies 141
• Graphics 127
• LGBT 101, 102
• Physical Education 128
• Political Science 101, 104, 105, 110
• Psychology 101, 112, 113, 117, 118, 119, 121
• Sociology 101, 102, 104, 120, 122, 155, 160

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Communication Studies 100, 101, 102, 106
• English 103, 104
• Philosophy 112, 114

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Anthropology 107
• English 150, 151, 152, 153
• Ethnic Studies 101, 105, 107, 120, 121, 122, 150, 151, 152, 153
• Fashion 105
• Film 122
• History 120, 121

ALL courses in this category also fulfill the AHC Graduation Requirement: Multicultural and Gender Studies  

Select one course from the list below.

• American Sign Language 138
• Art 101, 103, 104, 105, 109, 170
• Communication Studies 108
• Dance 101, 110, 120, 130, 147
• Drama 103, 110, 111
• Early Childhood Studies 116, 123
• English 102, 106, 117, 118, 119, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135, 138,139, 140, 144, 145, 146, 148, 180
• Ethnic Studies 105, 120, 122
• Fashion 104, 105
• Film 101, 102, 103, 104, 108, 109, 110, 122
• French 101, 102
• Graphics 127
• History 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 120, 138
• Humanities 101, 102, 103, 104, 105
• Library 180
• Multimedia Arts and Communication 101, 102
• Music 100, 101, 102, 104, 106
• Philosophy 101, 102, 105, 121, 122
• Photo 110
• Spanish 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 112

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Anthropology 101, 110 (when taken in conjunction with 101)
• Astronomy 100
• Biology 100, 120, 124, 132
• Chemistry 110, 120
• Environmental Technology 101
• Food Science and Nutrition 110
• Geography 101, 115
• Geology 100, 111, 114, 115, 131, 141
• Physical Science 111, 112
• Physics 100
• Viticulture and Enology 102

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Ethnic Studies 121
• History 107, 108, 118, 119, 121
• Political Science 101, 103

Select one course from the list below to fulfill the requirements for both GE Area 7: Living Skills and AHC Grad: Health Education and Safety.

• Early Childhood Studies 102
• Emergency Medical Services 102
• Food Science and Nutrition 109
• Health Education 100
• Personal Development 101

You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.

NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.

An introduction to computer-based business presentations and their development using PowerPoint. Topics include creating dynamic, non-linear presentations with animation, designing colorful handouts, installing and using templates, inserting sound, action buttons, video and creating slide masters. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF 9 UNITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Acquire the basic knowledge needed to begin your career as a paralegal. This course provides an in-depth overview of the legal system with special emphasis on the duties and responsibilities of a paralegal.

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Mathematics 100, 105, 121, 123, 131, 135, 141, 181, 182, 183, 184

Select one course from this list.

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

Fundamental legal principles pertaining to business transactions. Introduction to the legal process. Topics include sources of law and ethics, contracts, torts, agency, criminal law, business organizations, and judicial and administrative processes.

Course focuses on law office procedures and terminology for the purpose of employment as a secretary and/or paralegal in a law office. The law office principles and management skills learned in this course may be applied to employment in any legal practice area (civil, criminal, family, probate, etc.) as well as other professional office settings.

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.

Select one course from the list below.

• American Sign Language 138
• Art 101, 103, 104, 105, 109, 170
• Communication Studies 108
• Dance 101, 110, 120, 130, 147
• Drama 103, 110, 111
• Early Childhood Studies 116, 123
• English 102, 106, 117, 118, 119, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135, 138,139, 140, 144, 145, 146, 148, 180
• Ethnic Studies 105, 120, 122
• Fashion 104, 105
• Film 101, 102, 103, 104, 108, 109, 110, 122
• French 101, 102
• Graphics 127
• History 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 120, 138
• Humanities 101, 102, 103, 104, 105
• Library 180
• Multimedia Arts and Communication 101, 102
• Music 100, 101, 102, 104, 106
• Philosophy 101, 102, 105, 121, 122
• Photo 110
• Spanish 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 112

A study of the types of communications used in industry and government with emphasis on the content and practice of creating and writing various types of letters, memorandums, reports, Internet e-mail, multimedia presentations and other types of documents. Spelling, correct word usage, sentence structure, punctuation, appearance of copy and organization of ideas are emphasized.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Ethnic Studies 121
• History 107, 108, 118, 119, 121
• Political Science 101, 103

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Anthropology 107
• English 150, 151, 152, 153
• Ethnic Studies 101, 105, 107, 120, 121, 122, 150, 151, 152, 153
• Fashion 105
• Film 122
• History 120, 121

ALL courses in this category also fulfill the AHC Graduation Requirement: Multicultural and Gender Studies  

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Communication Studies 100, 101, 102, 106
• English 103, 104
• Philosophy 112, 114

A study of human relations in business including multicultural and gender relationships in the workplace.

Designed to expose paralegal students to written advocacy and discovery requests. Emphasizes persuasive writing techniques, writing for a purpose, and discovery mechanics. Students will complete substantial writing assignments.

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Anthropology 101, 110 (when taken in conjunction with 101)
• Astronomy 100
• Biology 100, 120, 124, 132
• Chemistry 110, 120
• Environmental Technology 101
• Food Science and Nutrition 110
• Geography 101, 115
• Geology 100, 111, 114, 115, 131, 141
• Physical Science 111, 112
• Physics 100
• Viticulture and Enology 102

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Administration of Justice 101, 103, 115
• Anthropology 102, 103, 105, 107
• Business 121, 141
• Communications Studies 100, 110
• Early Childhood Studies 100, 101
• Economics 101, 102, 121, 141
• English 105, 150, 151,152, 153
• Ethnic Studies 101, 107, 150, 151,152, 153
• Geography 102, 103, 105
• Global Studies 141
• Graphics 127
• LGBT 101, 102
• Physical Education 128
• Political Science 101, 104, 105, 110
• Psychology 101, 112, 113, 117, 118, 119, 121
• Sociology 101, 102, 104, 120, 122, 155, 160

Select one course from the list below to fulfill the requirements for both GE Area 7: Living Skills and AHC Grad: Health Education and Safety.

• Early Childhood Studies 102
• Emergency Medical Services 102
• Food Science and Nutrition 109
• Health Education 100
• Personal Development 101

Fundamental legal principles pertaining to business transactions. Introduction to the legal process. Topics include sources of law and ethics, contracts, torts, agency, criminal law, business organizations, and judicial and administrative processes.

A study of the types of communications used in industry and government with emphasis on the content and practice of creating and writing various types of letters, memorandums, reports, Internet e-mail, multimedia presentations and other types of documents. Spelling, correct word usage, sentence structure, punctuation, appearance of copy and organization of ideas are emphasized.

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Course focuses on law office procedures and terminology for the purpose of employment as a secretary and/or paralegal in a law office. The law office principles and management skills learned in this course may be applied to employment in any legal practice area (civil, criminal, family, probate, etc.) as well as other professional office settings.

Acquire the basic knowledge needed to begin your career as a paralegal. This course provides an in-depth overview of the legal system with special emphasis on the duties and responsibilities of a paralegal.

A study of human relations in business including multicultural and gender relationships in the workplace.

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

Designed to expose paralegal students to written advocacy and discovery requests. Emphasizes persuasive writing techniques, writing for a purpose, and discovery mechanics. Students will complete substantial writing assignments.

A study of human relations in business including multicultural and gender relationships in the workplace.

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.

Select one course from the list below to fulfill the requirements for both GE Area 7: Living Skills and AHC Grad: Health Education and Safety.

• Early Childhood Studies 102
• Emergency Medical Services 102
• Food Science and Nutrition 109
• Health Education 100
• Personal Development 101

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Mathematics 100, 105, 121, 123, 131, 135, 141, 181, 182, 183, 184

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

A review of essential management skills including the role of the supervisor, supervisory challenges, and related human resources responsibilities. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for one or more of the Essentials of Management modules or BUS 359 (Essentials of Management).

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Ethnic Studies 121
• History 107, 108, 118, 119, 121
• Political Science 101, 103

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Communication Studies 100, 101, 102, 106
• English 103, 104
• Philosophy 112, 114

A study of the types of communications used in industry and government with emphasis on the content and practice of creating and writing various types of letters, memorandums, reports, Internet e-mail, multimedia presentations and other types of documents. Spelling, correct word usage, sentence structure, punctuation, appearance of copy and organization of ideas are emphasized.

Manage and analyze information using spreadsheets for more informed decisions. Some skills covered are applying formatting, creating calculations, using functions, creating Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts, developing macros, sharing data, and writing VBA code.

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Anthropology 101, 110 (when taken in conjunction with 101)
• Astronomy 100
• Biology 100, 120, 124, 132
• Chemistry 110, 120
• Environmental Technology 101
• Food Science and Nutrition 110
• Geography 101, 115
• Geology 100, 111, 114, 115, 131, 141
• Physical Science 111, 112
• Physics 100
• Viticulture and Enology 102

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Administration of Justice 101, 103, 115
• Anthropology 102, 103, 105, 107
• Business 121, 141
• Communications Studies 100, 110
• Early Childhood Studies 100, 101
• Economics 101, 102, 121, 141
• English 105, 150, 151,152, 153
• Ethnic Studies 101, 107, 150, 151,152, 153
• Geography 102, 103, 105
• Global Studies 141
• Graphics 127
• LGBT 101, 102
• Physical Education 128
• Political Science 101, 104, 105, 110
• Psychology 101, 112, 113, 117, 118, 119, 121
• Sociology 101, 102, 104, 120, 122, 155, 160

You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.

NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.

A comprehensive course in the principles and practices of records management. The course covers the rules of indexing and alphabetizing and various records management systems including geographic, numeric, and subject plus the organization and operation of records management programs.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

An introduction to computer-based business presentations and their development using PowerPoint. Topics include creating dynamic, non-linear presentations with animation, designing colorful handouts, installing and using templates, inserting sound, action buttons, video and creating slide masters. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Select one course from the list below.

• American Sign Language 138
• Art 101, 103, 104, 105, 109, 170
• Communication Studies 108
• Dance 101, 110, 120, 130, 147
• Drama 103, 110, 111
• Early Childhood Studies 116, 123
• English 102, 106, 117, 118, 119, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135, 138,139, 140, 144, 145, 146, 148, 180
• Ethnic Studies 105, 120, 122
• Fashion 104, 105
• Film 101, 102, 103, 104, 108, 109, 110, 122
• French 101, 102
• Graphics 127
• History 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 120, 138
• Humanities 101, 102, 103, 104, 105
• Library 180
• Multimedia Arts and Communication 101, 102
• Music 100, 101, 102, 104, 106
• Philosophy 101, 102, 105, 121, 122
• Photo 110
• Spanish 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 112

Select one course from this list.

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Anthropology 107
• English 150, 151, 152, 153
• Ethnic Studies 101, 105, 107, 120, 121, 122, 150, 151, 152, 153
• Fashion 105
• Film 122
• History 120, 121

ALL courses in this category also fulfill the AHC Graduation Requirement: Multicultural and Gender Studies  

A study of human relations in business including multicultural and gender relationships in the workplace.

An introduction to word processing designed to develop skills in formatting and editing documents. Topics include setting tabs, creating headers and footers, inserting tables, creating newsletters, applying styles, using templates and printing envelopes and labels. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.

A review of essential management skills including the role of the supervisor, supervisory challenges, and related human resources responsibilities. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for one or more of the Essentials of Management modules or BUS 359 (Essentials of Management).

An advanced word processing experience designed to develop industry proficiency in the skills required for processing information in today's electronic office. Includes inserting graphics and WordArt to create flyers and newsletters, creating online forms, inserting a table of contents and index for reports and books, creating hyperlinks, bookmarks, and cross-references, completing a mail merge, recording macros and saving documents using different file formats.

A study of the types of communications used in industry and government with emphasis on the content and practice of creating and writing various types of letters, memorandums, reports, Internet e-mail, multimedia presentations and other types of documents. Spelling, correct word usage, sentence structure, punctuation, appearance of copy and organization of ideas are emphasized.

Manage and analyze information using spreadsheets for more informed decisions. Some skills covered are applying formatting, creating calculations, using functions, creating Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts, developing macros, sharing data, and writing VBA code.

A comprehensive course in the principles and practices of records management. The course covers the rules of indexing and alphabetizing and various records management systems including geographic, numeric, and subject plus the organization and operation of records management programs.

This course focuses on both the computerized and non-computerized administrative tasks performed by administrative assistants and office managers in today's electronic office. Topics include effective communication in the workplace, records management, customer service and teamwork.

An introduction to computer-based business presentations and their development using PowerPoint. Topics include creating dynamic, non-linear presentations with animation, designing colorful handouts, installing and using templates, inserting sound, action buttons, video and creating slide masters. Time saving tips and techniques will also be discussed.

A basic course for computer novices to learn how to operate a computer and use common software such as the Windows, operating system, Internet browser and Microsoft Office. Also covers using these skills for the workplace with the inclusion of soft skills in the business environment. Learn Windows operating system and update your computer skills. This is an excellent computer course for the computer beginner.

Provides the students with an introduction to the use of Microsoft Excel. This course covers fundamentals of spreadsheet design; date entry, use of formulas and operators, charting information and printing worksheets and graphs.

Provides the student with an introduction to the use of a database management program. Learn Microsoft Access.

An introductory course in the basics of word processing. Learn to create letters, memos, reports, tables and flyers using word processing software.

An introductory course in using presentation design software. Students will learn how to create dynamic presentations, with animation, transitions and graphics. Students will also learn how to use templates and modify design themes.

Introduces integrated marketing communications strategies for developing productive advertising and maintaining positive public relations.

This class is designed to help leaders improve their verbal communication skills. Students will learn how to improve the design and transmittal of their messages. Not open to students who have taken BUS 389.

An introductory course in the basics of word processing. Learn to create letters, memos, reports, tables and flyers using word processing software.

An introductory course in using presentation design software. Students will learn how to create dynamic presentations, with animation, transitions and graphics. Students will also learn how to use templates and modify design themes.

Basics of desktop publishing for business documents using Microsoft Publisher. Learn to create newsletters, brochures, advertising mailers, flyers, event invitations, business cards and other marketing materials for business. Topics include page layouts, formatting, inserting objects, and mail merge.