Students will complete 2 of the following modules for ABE Provincial Level Computer Applications 12.
Word Processing: This course provides students with the basic knowledge and skills to use Microsoft Word, including advanced techniques in text editing, character and paragraph formatting, headers and footers, tables, styles and templates, mail merges, graphics and desktop publishing concepts.
Spreadsheet Management: This course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to use advanced spreadsheet data entry and formatting techniques. Students apply statistical, financial and decision-making functions, cell protection and data validation. Students create macros to automate worksheet management.
Database Management: This course is designed to show students the concepts of database management using Microsoft Access. Students will learn how to create relational database tables, backup and repair the database, view data through queries, perform data editing with screen forms and generate formal output in a variety of report formats. On completion of this course students will be able to create a functional database system. Students will explore ethical and social issues of database use.
Digital Art and Graphics: This course introduces tools and procedures required for digital art and graphic design. Basic terminology of digital images and file formats will be introduced. Students will begin their study of digital art using photo editing software (GIMP, Photoshop). Photo editing will introduce students to design software and familiarize them with common functions of design software such as movement, selection, and colour manipulation.
Computer Programming: This course introduces students to the topic of Computer Programming. Students will learn the basic syntax of a popular programming language (Java, python, or C++). Students will learn how to approach and solve problems using basic procedural solutions (one-dimensional arrays, non-nested loops, minimal nested conditionals, no recursion) that demonstrate understanding of the fundamental concepts of programming.
Prerequisites
Grade 10 English or equivalent.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Word Processing: Advanced character and paragraph formatting Footnotes, endnotes, indexes, bookmarks, cross references and tables of contents Tables and columns Mail merge of letters and labels Productivity tools: wizards, styles and templates Sections, headers and footers Charts, graphics and images
- Spreadsheet Management: Advanced data entry techniques Worksheet functions and formulas Advanced charts Reports Data analysis Macros Customized spreadsheets
- Database Management: Introduction to Database Concepts Building a Database Working with Data Developing Queries Developing Forms Developing Reports Social and Ethical Issues
- Digital Art and Graphics: Software options and basic terminology for graphic design Object transformations and selection options Common graphic design operations and tools Color and image formatting Various tools and operations relating to photo editing Extended software suites for graphic design
- Computer Programming: Basic Programming Concepts Data Types Arrays Loops Conditional Statements Basic Algorithms Procedures
This course is tuition free! Some fees apply: *
- College Initiative: $8.85/course
- Campus Resource: $9.95/course
- Student Union: $71/term
- UPass: $188/term (if applicable)
* Note: fees are approximate and subject to change.
Contact the department at [email protected] with any questions.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70900 |
September 8, 2026 to December 17, 2026 |
Self Paced | Varies | See full schedule | |
| 71114 |
October 1, 2026 to December 17, 2026 |
Self Paced | Varies | See full schedule | |
| 71205 |
November 2, 2026 to December 17, 2026 |
Self Paced | Varies | See full schedule | Register |
| 71270 |
December 1, 2026 to December 17, 2026 |
Self Paced | Varies | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.