This course introduces students to the touch-typing method of keyboarding. Students develop keyboarding speed and accuracy by completing assigned keyboarding lessons, and by doing 1, 3, and 5-minute timing tests. Students apply protective ergonomics and good body mechanics to avoid injury or eye strain during keyboarding.
Prerequisites
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.
- Introduction to the QWERTY keyboard
- Finger placement for touch-typing (home keys and correct finger movements)
- Avoiding injury: stretches and exercises to prevent injury and eye strain
- Avoiding injury: ergonomics and body mechanics for keyboarding
- Building speed and accuracy in keyboarding
Successfully complete a keyboarding challenge exam – 40 gross words per minute with 98% accuracy, with five errors or fewer.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41086 |
January 4, 2027 to January 21, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
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.