Working with Windows Software
 Vista

CIS-155

 

Course Description: Provides the interface concepts of Microsoft Windows software and the opportunity to develop software application skills in a wide range of business situations.  Topics include: getting started with Microsoft Windows, managing programs and files with Microsoft Windows, using Microsoft Windows "Write" and "Paintbrush" features, data transfer with Microsoft Windows, printing with Microsoft Windows, and customizing with Microsoft Windows.

Class hours per week:

4

Lab hours per week:

3

Course credit hours: 

3

Course prerequisites:

None

Current Textbook

Microsoft Windows - Vista
Dan Oja, Patrick Carey, Lisa Ruffolo, June Jamrich Parsons, Joan Carey
ISBN: 1-4239-0602-0
Course Technology
Reference material for this textbook may be found at
www.course.com

What to expect:  This course is designed to introduce the newest of Microsoft's operating system, Vista.  If you purchase a personal computer today, it comes with Microsoft Vista preloaded.  The best way to get the most out of your PC is to be very familiar with it's operating system.  Students that take this course will be able to tweak the operating system so that it works best for them.  Maintaining Multimedia files, connecting to networks, Searching for information and using the Vista tools.  Along the way, you can expect several tests, both written and hands-on production tests.  Upon completion of this course you will have the confidence to put these skills to use. 

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last updated on 09/24/2008