Office Administration

Degrees and Certificates

Classes

OAD 101 : Beginning Keyboarding

This course is designed to enable the student to use the touch method of keyboarding through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on speed and accuracy in keying alphabetic, symbol, and numeric information using a keyboard. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proper technique and an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy, as defined by the course syllabus, in the production of basic business documents such as memoranda, letters, reports, etc. 

Credits

3

OAD 103 : Intermediate Keyboarding

This course is designed to assist the student in increasing speed and accuracy using the touch method of keyboarding through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the production of business documents such as memoranda, letters, reports, tables, and outlines from unarranged rough draft to acceptable format. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency and an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy, as defined by the course syllabus, in the production of business documents. 

Credits

3

Prerequisites

OAD 101 or permission of the instructor

OAD 104 : Advanced Keyboarding

This course is designed to assist the student in continuing to develop speed and accuracy using the touch method of keyboarding through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the production of business documents using decision-making skills. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency and an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy, as defined by the course syllabus, in the production of high-quality business documents.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

OAD 125 : Word Processing

This course is designed to provide the student with basic word processing skills through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on the utilization of software features to create, edit, and print common office documents. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to use industry-standard software to generate appropriately formatted, accurate, and attractive business documents such as memoranda, letters, and reports. 

Credits

3

Prerequisites

OAD 101 or permission of the instructor

OAD 126 : Advanced Word Processing

This course is designed to increase student proficiency in using the advanced word processing functions. Emphasis is on the use of industry-standard software to maximize productivity. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to generate complex documents such as forms, newsletters, and multi-page documents. 

Credits

3

Prerequisites

OAD 130 : Electronic Calculations

This course is designed to give students a job-level competency in using the ten-key touch method and develop the student’s ability to solve common business problems with an electronic display-printing calculator. Emphasis is on basic mathematical functions in a business context. Upon completion, students will be able to perform basic electronic calculating at an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy. 

Credits

3

OAD 131 : Business English

This course is designed to develop the student’s ability to use proper English. Emphasis is on grammar, spelling, vocabulary, punctuation, word usage, word division, and proofreading. Upon completion, the student should be able to communicate effectively.

Credits

3

OAD 133 : Business Communications

This course is designed to provide the student with skills necessary to communicate effectively. Emphasis is on the application of communication principles to produce clear, correct, logically-organized business communications. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate effective communication techniques in written, oral, and nonverbal communications. Fall and Spring semester only.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ENG 101 or permission of the instructor

OAD 134 : Career and Professional Development

This course is designed to assist the student in preparing for employment. Emphasis is on developing resumes, improving interview techniques, participating in mock interviews, setting goals, conducting job searches, and improving personal and professional image. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate confidence in seeking employment. 

Credits

3

Prerequisites

OAD 101 or permission of the instructor

OAD 135 : Financial Record Keeping

This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the accounting concepts, principles, and terminology. Emphasis is on the accounting cycle and equation as they relate to different types of business ownership. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate accounting procedures used in a proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. 

Credits

3

OAD 137 : Computerized Financial Record Keeping

This course is designed to provide the student with skill in using the microcomputer to enter financial data through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on the use of appropriate software in the preparation of journals, financial statements, and selected payroll records. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to use a microcomputer system to record financial data. 

Credits

3

Prerequisites

OAD 138 : Records/Information Management

This course is designed to give the student knowledge about managing office records and information. Emphasis is on basic filing procedures, methods, systems, supplies, equipment, and modern technology used in the creation, protection, and disposition of records stored in a variety of forms. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform basic filing procedures.

Credits

3

OAD 211 : Medical Terminology

This course is designed to familiarize the student with medical terminology. Emphasis is on the spelling, definition, pronunciation, and usage of medical terms. Upon completion, the student should be able to communicate effectively using medical terminology.

Credits

3

OAD 217 : Office Management

This course is designed to develop skills necessary for supervision of office functions. Emphasis is on issues relating to the combination of people and technology in achieving the goals of business in a culturally diverse workplace, including the importance of office organization, teamwork, workplace ethics, office politics, and conflict-resolution skills. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate effective supervision in the modern office.

Credits

3

OAD 218 : Office Procedures

This course is designed to develop an awareness of the responsibilities and opportunities of the office professional through classroom instruction. Emphasis is on current operating functions, practices and procedures, work habits, attitudes, oral and written communications, and professionalism. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively function in an office support role. 

Credits

3

Prerequisites

OAD 231 : Office Applications

This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation in the use of computerized equipment and application software as tools in the performance of a variety of office tasks through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the role of the office professional in the selection and application of appropriate technology to the specific task or combination of tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the selection of appropriate computerized tools to complete designated tasks.

Credits

3

OAD 233 : Trends in Office Technology

This course is designed to research current trends in office technology. Emphasis is on advances in technology relevant to the office environment such as electronic mail, multimedia interaction, presentation hardware and software, and Internet use. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate an awareness of current technological applications for the modern office. 

Credits

3

OAD 241 : Office Co-Op

This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work in an office environment. Emphasis is on the integration of classroom learning with on-the-job experiences that relate meaningfully to office careers. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to an actual work situation.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

OAD 134 Career and Professional Development

OAD 242 : Office Internship

This course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to work in an office environment. Emphasis is on the efficient and accurate performance of job tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate successful performance of skills required in an office support position.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

Completion of at least 50% of OAD course work or permission of the instructor.

OAD 247 : Special Projects

This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity for the expansion of knowledge in an area of special interest under the direct supervision of instructor. Emphasis is on the student’s use of modern technology to study, research, or improve skills in a specialized office support area. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate enhanced knowledge and skill gained through an individualized project.

Credits

3