Computer Applications
Practical use of Google applications and internet technology
This is a fall semester class. Spring options are available.
Class size:
minimum 8, maximum 16
Additional fees:
$0
Class time:
(Tues-1) 8:45-10:05 - fall only
(Wed-4) 1:25-2:50 - fall only
Pre-requisites for class:
None
Graduation requirement:
1 Elective credit
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Course Description
This course will help students learn essential computer applications and Internet technology skills for personal, academic, and professional success. Through Google applications, students will learn to create documents, spreadsheets, presentations, forms, online meetings, etc. Through a compare & and contrast approach, we will examine applications through the different software options. Each student will use their assigned TCC Gmail account for this class.
Additional topics:
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Digital Terminology
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Email Management
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Digital Ethics & Safety
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MLA Format
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Artificial Intelligence & Chat GPT
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Social Media Safety
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Digital Footprint
We will focus on enhancing skills such as:
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Creativity-Design-Formatting
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Ethics & Safety
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Compare/Contrast Organization
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Digital Management
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Presentation-Professionalism
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Required Books & Materials
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Laptop computer & charger
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Headphones or earbuds (not required, but can be used at instructor's discretion)
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Pen or pencil
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Classwork / Homework
Each week, our class time will be spent exploring Google Applications and discussing how these tools are best utilized for our personal and professional growth. Students will follow the instructor’s projected screen in real time on their computer while we dig into each application. Digital safety will be discussed in different ways on a regular basis.