COT 102 - Typing II/Intermediate Keyboarding

SPRING 2011, 3 Credits

Outlined Self Paced Course Syllabus

CATALOG DESCRIPTION: Designed to further increase keyboard speed and accuracy on the computer and to build skill to a marketable level. Includes formatting of letters, memos, reports and tables. Prerequisite: COT 101 or 30 words per minute keyboarding skill.

INSTRUCTOR/FACILITATOR:Kathy Marrs HOME: (W)623-1822

(H)625-3787

E-mail:

TEXT: Keyboarding & Word Processing Van Huss, Forde, Woo, Hefferin

ISBN # 0-538-72976-7

SOFTWARE: Keyboarding Pro - Student CD-ROM

ISBN #0-538-73127-3

COURSE OBJECTIVES: The objective of this course is to continue to develop keyboarding proficiency to 40+ words per minute with accuracy. Students will also become familiar with basic word processing functions to format business letters, memos, reports and tables, while applying language arts and proofreading skills.

METHODS OF INSTRUCTION: Reading, keyboarding drills, hands-on practice, timed writings, and instructor assistance as necessary.

ATTENDANCE: Students are required to either complete and turn in assignments as scheduled in the syllabus at home or spend whatever time is necessary in the Academic Success Center (ASC) to complete the weekly assignments.

ASSIGNMENTS: Please refer to the attached course outline. Due to the nature of this course assignments will be graded primarily on submission provided error factor is not excessive or repeated per assignment. Assignments will be corrected by instructor. This means that if you complete and turn in the assignments satisfactorily, you will receive 100% per assignment. Students will be required to repeat those lessons which do not demonstrate sufficient progress. Should student opt not to repeat or correct assignments, points will be deducted according to scale.

For each week assignments are turned in late, 10 points will be deducted. Assignments which must be repeated will not be considered late if they were originally turned in on time, corrected and returned to instructor within one week from the date noted by instructor on that particular assignment.

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Assignments should be turned in to the class specific file located on the top of the instructor’s file cabinet in the ASC. Each time you come in for tutoring, or to work in the Academic Success Center,you must log in on Tutor Trac. Graded assignments will be returned to a personal file located at the front desk/reception area for reasons of student confidentiality. It is imperative that students take responsibility for checking this file on a regular basis in order to facilitate communication and succeed in course study.

Please do not remove assignments until semester end.

Learner Outcomes / Measurements/Assessment
Familiar with basic word processing functions / Create and format business letters, memos, reports and tables
Possess good language arts skills and proofreading skills / Demonstrate strong English and proofing skills in regular writing assignments
General knowledge of Microsoft Word as it applies to document creation and formatting / Weekly lesson assignments increase in difficulty illustrating refinement of skills
Keyboarding proficiency to 40+ words per minute with accuracy / Routine timed writings throughout Lessons 26 - 50
Show readiness for continuing to build increased efficiency in Word Processing / Successful completion of COT 102

TESTS: There are two tests for this course, a Mid-Term and a Final Exam. See course outline to determine when each exam should be taken. Keying on tests is graded on accuracy as well as speed, and points will be deducted for keying errors. Tests may not be removed from the college premises.

Tests are available from the instructor. Tests may be taken during any of the instructor’s scheduled hours on campus. If necessary, due to work schedules etc., arrangements may be made to take an exam at an alternate time. Tests will be graded and logged, then placed in your personal student file for your review. Tests may not be removed from the college premises.

KEYBOARDING SPEED: Skill building timed writings are designated regularly in the sessions throughout the semester. Keyboarding Pro software will be utilized for all timed writings. The speed on the best timed writing will be worth 10% of the total grade. Keyboarding speed will be graded as follows: 40+ wpm 100%, 40-36 wpm 90%, 35-31 wpm 80%, less than 30 wpm 70%.

GRADING:Exam 1 (Midterm)25% of total grade

Exam 2 (Final)25% of total grade

Session Assignments30% of total grade

Speed10% of total grade

Attendance/ Lab Participation10% of total grade

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GRADING SCALE: To determine the final course grade, all course requirements as listed directly above will be calculated on a percentage scale and then recorded as the corresponding letter grade as follows:

94-100%=A

90-93%=A-

87-89%=B+

83-86%=B

80-82%=B-

77-79%=C+

73-76%=C

70-72%=C-

67-69%=D+

63-66%=D

60-62%=D-

<60%=F

Withdrawn=W

Incomplete=I (see requirements)

DROPPING THE COURSE: If you decide to drop the course, you must officially withdraw by the

deadline ofApril 29, 2011.Withdrawal forms are available at the front desk.

INCOMPLETE GRADE: An "I" (Incomplete) grade may be given to students who have completed at least three quarters of the course work and who maintain a “C” or better in the course. Students then have until the middle of the next semester to complete the course. It is the responsibility of the student to contact the instructor and request an "I" grade.

PROGRESS: This is a self-paced class and you are responsible to schedule your study sessions to complete all homework and tests, including the final, per course outline. It is best to maintain regular study times to ensure progress, and enhance successful course completion.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: Students are required to observe all rules and regulations as stipulated by Great Basin College when visiting and utilizing resources available at the college center.

INSTRUCTOR HOURS: Will be established following completion of student orientation and determination of schedules to best facilitate students. Instructor hours will be posted in Academic Success Center within the first week of the semester.

Qualified students with physical or documented learning disabilities have the right to free accommodations to ensure equal access to educational opportunities at Great Basin College. For assistance, contact the Disabled Student Services Office at (775) 753-2271.

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COT 102 - KEYBOARDING II
Course Outline SPRING 2011
Class / Assignment
Week 1- 1/24 / Lesson 26
Week 2 –1/31 / Lessons 27 and 28(28c Timed Writing)
Week 3 - 2/7 / Lessons 29 and 30
Week 4 - 2/14 / Lessons 31 (31b Timed Writing) and 32
Week 5 - 2/21 / Lessons 33 and 34
Week 6 - 2/28 / Lessons 35 and 36Communication Skills 1-Pg 144 Complete Drills 1&2
Week 7 - 3/7 / Lessons 37 (37b Timed Writing) and 38
Week 8 –3/14 / Midterm Exam
Spring Break 3/21 –3/25
Week 9 –3/28 / Lessons 39 and 40
Week 10–4/4 / Lessons 41 and 42(42b Timed Writing)
Week 11- 4/11 / Lessons 43 and 44
Communication Skills 2 - Pg l86, Drills 2&3
Week12–4/18 / Lessons 45 (45b Timed Writing) and 46
Week 13-4/25 / Lessons 47 and 48
Week 14–5/2 / Lessons 49andLesson 50
(End of required assignments)
Week 15- 5/9
Week l6–5/16 / Lessons 51-55 Optional extra credit, student’s choice
FINAL EXAM AND GRADES POSTED

*Special note: Final Exam must be completed and turned in no later than 5 p.m. on

Wednesday, May 18, 2011.

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