2000-2001 Undergraduate Catalog Course Descriptions - Business Office Technology

The following courses are offered at the branch campuses only.

BOT 101. Keyboarding Basics 3 cr. (2+2P)
Covers correct fingering and mastery of the keyboard to develop skillful operation. Formatting basic business letters, memos, and manuscripts.

BOT 102. Keyboarding: Document Formatting 3 cr. (2+2P)
Designed to improve keyboarding speed and accuracy; introduce formats of letters, tables and reports. A speed and accuracy competency requirement must be met. Prerequisite: BOT 101 or consent of instructor.

BOT 105. Business English I 3 cr.
Training and application of the fundamentals of basic grammar, capitalization and sentence structure (syntax).

BOT 106. Business Mathematics 3 cr. (2+2P)
Mathematical applications for business, including training in the touch method of the 10-key calculator. Prerequisite: CCDM 103N or adequate score on math placement exam.

BOT 109. Business English II 3 cr.
Training and application of the fundamentals of punctuation, numbers, basic writing and editing skills. Prerequisite: C or better in BOT 105.

BOT 110. Records Management 3 cr.
Principles, methods and procedures for the selection, operation and control of manual and automated records systems.

BOT 114. Speedwriting Shorthand I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Principles of speedwriting shorthand and an introduction to dictation and transcription. Prerequisite: minimum keyboarding speed of 30 wpm and C or better in BOT 105 or BOT 109.

BOT 116. Introduction to Business Office Technology 3 cr.
Departmental procedures, study skills, time and stress management, professionalism, interpersonal relations, career opportunities, campus and community resources for beginning students.

BOT 119. Microcomputer Keyboarding 2 cr. (1+2P)
Efficient use of the computer keyboard. Covers the alphabet, number, and symbol keyboards. Individualized approach with interactive
software.

BOT 120. Accounting Procedures I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Business accounting principles and procedures. Use of special journals, cash control, and merchandising concepts. Reports for sole proprietorships.

BOT 121. Accounting Procedures II 3 cr. (2+2P)
Continuation of BOT 120, emphasizing accounting principles and procedures for notes and interest, depreciation, partnerships and corporations, cash flow and financial statement analysis. Prerequisite: BOT 120.

BOT 122. Beginning Typing: Level I 1 cr. (2P)
Presentation of the touch method of typing.

BOT 123. Beginning Typing: Level II 1 cr. (2P)
Continuation of BOT 122.

BOT 124. Beginning Typing: Level III 1 cr. (2P)
Continuation of BOT 123.

BOT 125. Beginning Typing: Level IV 1 cr. (2P)
Continuation of BOT 124.

BOT 126. Intermediate Typing: Level I 1 cr. (2P)
Continuation of BOT 125.

BOT 127. Intermediate Typing: Level II 1 cr. (2P)
Continuation of BOT 126.

BOT 128. Intermediate Typing: Level III 1 cr. (2P)
Continuation of BOT 127.

BOT 129. Intermediate Typing: Level IV 1 cr. (2P)
Continuation of BOT 128.

BOT 130. Advanced Typing: Level I 1 cr. (2P)
Presentation of advanced typing. Continuation of BOT 129.

BOT 131. Advanced Typing: Level II 1 cr. (2P)
Continuation of BOT 130.

BOT 132. Advanced Typing: Level III 1 cr. (2P)
Continuation of BOT 131.

BOT 133. Advanced Typing: Level IV 1 cr. (2P)
Continuation of BOT 132.

BOT 135. Keyboarding Technique Review 3 cr.
Emphasis on improving keyboarding speed and accuracy. Prerequisite: BOT 101 or equivalent.

BOT 140. Payroll Accounting 3 cr. (2+2P)
Payroll procedures including payroll tax forms and deposits. Prerequisite: BOT 120 or consent of instructor.

BOT 150. Medical Terminology 3 cr.
Same as OEHO 120 and NURS 150.

BOT 160. Introduction to Word Processing 1 cr.
Operation and beginning functions of selected word-processing programs. Prerequisite: basic typing skills.

BOT 161. Intermediate Word Processing 1 cr.
Applying intermediate functions of selected word-processing programs. Prerequisite: BOT 160 or consent of instructor.

BOT 162. Advanced Word Processing 1 cr.
Applying advanced functions of selected word-processing programs. Prerequisite: BOT 161 or consent of instructor.

BOT 170. Office Communications in Spanish I 3 cr.
Develop oral and written communications skills of native or near-native speakers of Spanish. The student will learn basic letter writing skills, customer service techniques, and telephone etiquette in Spanish. Prerequisite: BOT 101 or basic computer keyboarding skills and native or near-native Spanish-speaking ability.

BOT 171. Office Communications in Spanish II 3 cr.
Develop oral and written communications skills of native or near-native speakers of Spanish. Emphasis placed on learning the office assistant's role within the office environment. Compose complex business correspondence and learn to make international travel arrangements. Prerequisite: BOT 101 or BOT 170.

BOT 201. Legal Office Procedures I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Study of practices and equipment used in the legal environment with an overview of the law library and legal system. Prerequisites: OELA 160 and BOT 211, or consent of instructor. Same as OELA 201.

BOT 202. Keyboarding Document Production 3 cr. (2+2P)
Further development of keyboarding speed and accuracy. Production of complex letters, memos, tables, reports and business forms. A speed and accuracy competency requirement must be met. Prerequisites: BOT 102 and BOT 109, or consent of instructor.

BOT 203. Office Equipment and Procedures I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Office organization, telephone techniques, equipment and supplies, handling meetings, human relations, mail procedures, and travel. Prerequisites: BOT 106, BOT 109, BOT 110, BOT 129 or equivalent, or concurrent enrollment, or consent of instructor.

BOT 204. Office Equipment and Procedures II 3 cr. (2+2P)
A continuation of BOT 203 with advanced study of office practices. Prerequisite: BOT 203. Corequisites: BOT 209, COMM 253G/265G, or consent of instructor.

BOT 205. Microcomputer Accounting I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Introduction to automated accounting systems on microcomputers. Prerequisite: working knowledge of computers and accounting or consent of instructor.

BOT 206. Microcomputer Accounting II 3 cr. (2+2P)
Microcomputer accounting applications, integrating spreadsheets, word processing, graphics, and database. Prerequisites: BOT 121 and OECS 215, or consent of instructor.

BOT 207. Machine Transcription 3 cr. (2+2P)
Creating office documents using transcribing equipment and microcomputer software. Emphasis on proofreading, editing and grammar. Prerequisites: minimum keyboarding of 45 wpm and C or better in BOT 105 or BOT 109.

BOT 208. Medical Office Procedures 3 cr. (2+2P)
Records and procedures as applicable to medical offices. Prerequisites: BOT 109, BOT 211, and OEHO 120.

BOT 209. Business and Technical Communications 3 cr.
Effective written communication skills and techniques for career success in the work place. Composition of letters, memos, short reports, forms, and proposals, and technical descriptions and directions. Prerequisites: ENGL 111G and computer keyboarding ability or consent of instructor.

BOT 210. Introduction to the Automated Office 3 cr.
Applications of integrated business software packages. Prerequisite: BOT 101 or consent of instructor. Same as OECS 212.

BOT 211. Information Processing I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Defining and applying fundamental information processing concepts and techniques using the current version of leading software. Prerequisite: keyboarding proficiency. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits under different subtitles listed in the Schedule of Classes.

BOT 212. Legal Office Procedures II 3 cr. (2+2P)
A continuation of BOT 201 with advanced study of legal practices. Prerequisites: BOT 201. Same as OELA 212.

BOT 213. Word Processing I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Operation and function of a word processor. Specific equipment to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: BOT 101 or consent of instructor.

BOT 214. Word Processing II 3 cr. (2+2P)
Advanced operation and functions of a word processor. Specific equipment to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: BOT 213 or consent of instructor.

BOT 215. Spreadsheet Applications 1-3 cr.
Same as OECS 215. May be repeated under different subtitles listed in the Schedule of Classes.

BOT 218. Information Processing II 3 cr. (2+2P)
Advanced information processing techniques using current version of leading software. Prerequisite: BOT 211 or consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.

BOT 219. Information Processing III 3 cr. (2+2P)
Advanced information processing integrating databases, spreadsheets, and other applications in a network environment. Prerequisite: BOT 218 or consent of instructor.

BOT 220. Internship in Business Office Technology 2 cr.
Experience in a supervised office position. Student must work at least eight hours per week. Prerequisites: sophomore standing and consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.

BOT 221. Cooperative Experience I 1-3 cr.
Practical training and personal development which is compatible with the major field of study and career goals of the student. Student is employed at an approved site and is evaluated by the supervisor and instructor. Prerequisite: BOT 102, BOT 110, and BOT 211 and consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Graded S/U.

BOT 222. Cooperative Experience II 1-3 cr.
Continuation of BOT 221. Prerequisites: BOT 221 and consent of instructor. Graded S/U.

BOT 223. Medical Transcription 3 cr. (2+2P)
Machine transcription for the medical office using medical terminology. Prerequisites: OEHO 120, BOT 109, and BOT 211, or consent of instructor.

BOT 228. Medical Insurance Billing 3 cr. (2+2P)
Overview of the insurance specialists role and responsibilities. Emphasis on diagnostic and procedural coding and the claims processing cycle. Prerequisite: OEHO 120 and BOT 208. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.

BOT 238. Office Management 3 cr.
Analysis and control of various office procedures; automation; human relations problems; work simplification, systems analysis; management viewpoint emphasized.

BOT 239. Personal Development 3 cr.
Development of a marketable, employable office systems person, to include interview, voice, manners, and apparel.

BOT 240. Introduction to Individual Taxation 3 cr.
Overview of Individual Federal Taxation; awareness of tax problems pitfalls and planning opportunities; focus on individual personal financial concerns and tax planning. One semester of accounting principles/procedures is recommended.

BOT 242. Not-for-Profit Accounting 3 cr.
Accounting concepts of government and nongovernmental not-for-profit entities. Discussion of fund accounting principles and financial statement preparation. Prerequisites: BOT 120 and BOT 121 or ACCT 201 and ACCT 202.

BOT 250. Electronic office Systems 3 cr. (2+2P)
Management of the electronic office: computers, printers, fax machines, scanners, and copiers. Selecting, using, maintaining, and troubleshooting office equipment as well as basic networking concepts. Prerequisite: BOT 211.

BOT 255. Special Topics 1-4 cr.
Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes.

BOT 280. Layout and Design I 3 cr. (2+2P)
Design and production of publication and presentation materials to fill the needs of business communities. Prerequisite: BOT 211 or consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.

BOT 281. Layout and Design II 3 cr.
Continuation of BOT 280. Refining skills in techniques and design for both traditional and electronic publishing. Prerequisite: BOT 280 or equivalent. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.

BOT 285. Computer Illustration 3 cr. (2+2P)
Preparing computer graphics through a draw program for use in advertising, publications, and multimedia presentations. Prerequisite: working knowledge of Windows environment or consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.

BOT 286. Graphics Design for Business 3 cr. (2+2P)
Design principles and their application to the needs of business and industry. Prerequisites: BOT 280 and BOT 285, or consent of instructor.

BOT 290. Image Processing 3 cr.
Techniques in using digital editing program for computer graphic design. Preparation of images for advertisements, publications, multimedia presentations and World Wide Web. Prerequisite: BOT 280 or consent of instructor.

BOT 298. Independent Study 1-3 cr.
Individual studies directed by consenting faculty with prior approval of department head. Prerequisite: sophomore standing with 3.0 GPA. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits.