MABS 60 ONLINE

What will you learn in MABS 60?

In this course, you will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of Microsoft’s popular suite of business applications, Microsoft Office 365/2021. You will first learn important concepts about computers and their components, internet concepts, how to use the features of the Windows operating system.

Within the Microsoft Office Suite, you will learn to use Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Microsoft Word is a word processing program with which you can create common business and personal documents. Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet program that allows you to perform simple and complex calculations and create charts from data. Microsoft Access is a database program that organizes large amounts of information in a useful manner. Microsoft PowerPoint is a presentation application that allows you to add animation effects to bring presentations to life. Microsoft Outlook is used for email, managing contacts, and calendar tools.

NOTE:  This course covers Microsoft Office for Windows. Office for Mac does not come with Microsoft Access.  Many assignments will be completed using an online training/assessment program that has a simulated Office 365/2021 environment (so Mac users can learn the Windows version via this online simulation).  Some assignments require students to complete a project in the “real” application and then upload it into the online environment.  There are no Microsoft Access “projects” assigned, but there is simulated training as well as exams for Microsoft Access. This allows Mac users to complete the required assignments for Microsoft Access.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

1.       Describe basic computer concepts, components, and computer terminology.

2.       Evaluate the purpose and function of an operating system.

3.       Use a web browser to access online resources and cloud-based applications.

4.       Compose professional documents, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations using Microsoft applications.

5.       Create and send e-mail messages; receive and read e-mail messages.

The Student Learning Outcomes listed above are those required actions that a student who successfully completes the course must be able to perform or exhibit. Each student will be assessed by the successful completion of homework assignments and activities in the online course environment.

Text and Materials

You must have the MindTap bundle because it gives you access to the assignments. Do not purchase the textbook alone; you will not have access to the online assignments. You will only access these assignments via the links in our Canvas course. 

It is absolutely necessary to have the textbook package in order to complete this course. 

Software Discounts for Students

CCSF is providing Microsoft Office to every student free of charge. This means the latest version of Microsoft’s Office productivity suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Access.  In addition there’s 1 (One) TB of online storage with Microsoft’s OneDrive.  As long as you’re a student here you’ll be able to use this software for free. For more information, please go to https://www.ccsf.edu/about-ccsf/administration/administrative-student-affairs/information-technology-services/free-software. 

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