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Academic Program Model
Academic Program Model
Office Assistant-Legal (AAS.AALEG)
Students will be highly trained to work in a variety of legal offices and court systems performing administrative support responsibilities. They will complete coursework in Microsoft Office software, legal justice systems, desktop publishing, document formatting, and accounting. Students will also develop interpersonal and communication skills. The internship provides students with a realistic work experience.
Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
BUS-114
Advanced Formatting
BUS-114
Advanced Formatting
Development of skill in formatting business correspondence, reports, forms, and tables to meet mailability and production standards. Instruction on word processing software is integrated throughout the course.
Course Outline
*
3.0
CIS-160
Practical Software Application
CIS-160
Practical Software Application
Provides an opportunity for students to learn computer concepts and to use word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
3.0
BUS-141
Business Communications
BUS-141
Business Communications
Provides students practical strategies for improving written and oral communication, including employment communication, in business settings.
Course Outline
3.0
BUS-142
Introduction to Business
BUS-142
Introduction to Business
Covers the objectives, organization, and role of business in the free-enterprise system. The course is designed to provide an overview of the field of business and to provide a framework into which specialized fields may be studied.
Course Outline
3.0
CIS-071
Introduction to Networking
CIS-071
Introduction to Networking
An overview of computer hardware, software, networks, Internet, web applications, systems, security and troubleshooting. To be used as an introduction to the Network Administration program or to supplement another computer-related degree. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
OR
CIS-101
Internet Systems/Applications
CIS-101
Internet Systems/Applications
An introduction to networking basics through the Internet. Students will learn about Internet services, etiquette, searches, E-mail, and other internet skills.(Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
2.0
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Social Science Elective
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3.0
Semester Totals
17.0
Second Semester
BUS-061
Office Transcription
BUS-061
Office Transcription
Designed to develop skills in transcribing recorded dictation for a variety of business sectors in an efficient manner using proper formats, spelling, and grammar.
Course Outline
*
+++
3.0
BUS-115
Processing Information
BUS-115
Processing Information
Development of skill in processing information using word processing software and applying critical thinking from a variety of office simulations. Advanced formatting skills are further developed through application to specialized office situations.
Course Outline
*
+++
3.0
ENG-095
Business English
ENG-095
Business English
Using critical thinking skills, students will study and reinforce the basics of the English language as they apply to business communications. Emphasis is placed on grammar, punctuation, spelling, word usage, and sentence structure.
Course Outline
3.0
BUS-094
Business Math
BUS-094
Business Math
Covers basic applications of mathematics in the business world percentages, elementary algebra, purchasing, selling, interest, future value, present value, etc. It is designed to reinforce and expand business concepts held by the student through the use of mathematics.
Course Outline
3.0
CIS-093
Access
CIS-093
Access
An introduction to Microsoft Access, a database management application designed to operate in the Windows environment. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Prerequisites: CIS 040 or equivalent experience
Course Outline
2.0
CIS-094
Excel
CIS-094
Excel
The basics of the Excel software package will be covered. This includes spreadsheet basics, formulas, functions, charting, data management, and collaborative tools. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
2.0
Semester Totals
16.0
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Hours
CIS-058
Specialized Software Applications
CIS-058
Specialized Software Applications
Students handle office activities and use career-related software such as a computerized accounting system, desktop publishing, powerpoint, form management, calculator, medical scheduling and invoicing, and legal document preparation. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
3.0
BUS-060
Automated Office Procedures
BUS-060
Automated Office Procedures
Students manage office activities using computer software and equipment in a simulated office environment. Students use word processing, electronic mail and calendaring, and other specialized software.
Course Outline
*
3.0
CIS-056
Advanced Software Applications
CIS-056
Advanced Software Applications
Covers topics in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
*
3.0
BUS-095
Fundamentals of Accounting
BUS-095
Fundamentals of Accounting
An introduction to basic accounting principles and techniques designed to give the student a general knowledge of accounting practices and terminology. Students will work through the accounting cycle for both a service and retail business.
Course Outline
OR
BUS-151
Financial Accounting
BUS-151
Financial Accounting
A study of the financial statements, the accounting process and the principles and procedures underlying items on the financial statements.
Course Outline
*
3.0
CJS-150
Introduction to Criminal Justice
CJS-150
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Focuses on an overview of the justice system with emphasis on the total system of police, courts, and corrections.
Course Outline
3.0
Semester Totals
15.0
Second Semester
BUS-200
Legal Environment of Business
BUS-200
Legal Environment of Business
An introduction to legal systems and law, especially the U.S. legal system. Business-legal relationships in the areas of criminal law, torts, product liability, and contracts are examined. Consumer, labor, and environmental law are studied.
Course Outline
3.0
PSY-271
Introduction to Psychology
PSY-271
Introduction to Psychology
Focuses on psychology as a science, introducing Concepts, research methods and research in a variety of subfields, including neuroscience, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning and memory, cognition, motivation and emotion, development, personality, disorders and therapy, and social psychology.
Course Outline
3.0
BUS-079
Professional Development
BUS-079
Professional Development
Covers topics related to seeking employment and interviewing, understanding the workplace environment, and improving career success and communication.
Course Outline
+++
3.0
BUS-081
Office Assistant Internship
BUS-081
Office Assistant Internship
Designed to provide employment experience in a position using specialized skills. Field experience: minimum of 180 hours required of Office Assistant (Executive and Legal) and Office Manager majors.
Course Outline
*
3.0
Semester Totals
12.0
Total Program Hours
60.0
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