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COMP 0311: Computer Literacy Level 1
Effective date
October 2017
Department
ABE Fundamentals
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
Computer Literacy Level 1, COMP 0311, is the first of two levels of Adult Literacy Fundamental Computer Studies. This course is designed to give students a strong foundation of basic computer skills through guided activities in Basic Knowledge of a Computer parts, Word Processing, Keyboarding, and Electronic Communication.
Credits
0.0
Year of study
Below Grade 10 Equivalency
Prerequisites
Department approval required.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Students will meet the outcomes as stated for the ABE Adult Literacy Fundamental Computers, located in the most current ABE Articulation Handbook.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 78
Total Hours: 78
Total Hours: 78
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include, but are not limited to: individualized and self paced instruction, use of print and electronic visual prompts, 1-1 and group work and computer use.
Grading System
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Passing grade
S (68%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
30 |
Completion of unit activities |
|
Portfolio |
30 |
Printed or emailed unit end activity |
|
Project |
25 |
Level 1 Final Project |
|
Participation |
10 |
Communication between student and instructor through email and attendance. |
|
Other |
5 |
Demonstration of correct touch typing techniques. |
Course topics
- Basic keyboarding, parts of a computer, word processing, email
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.