OST 131 – Keyboarding

Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 2 Credits: 2
This course covers basic keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed on the touch system, correct techniques, and development of speed and accuracy. Upon completion, students should be able to key at an acceptable speed and accuracy level using the touch system. Minimum speed requirement is 35 words per minute for three minutes with a maximum of … Read More

OST 136 – Word Processing

Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 3 Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce word processing concepts and applications. Topics include preparation of a variety of documents and mastery of specialized software functions. Upon completion, students should be able to work effectively in a computerized word processing environment.

OST 137 – Office Software Applications

Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 3 Credits: 3
This course introduces the concepts and functions of software that meets the changing needs of the community. Emphasis is placed on the terminology and use of software through a hands-on approach. Upon completion, students should be able to use software in a business environment

OST 149 – Medical Legal Issues

Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 3 Credits: 3
This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and ethical issues involved in providing health- care services. Emphasis is placed on the legal requirements of medical practices; the relationship of physician, patient, and office personnel; professional liabilities; and medical practice liability. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current medical law … Read More

OST 164 – Office Editing

Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 3 Credits: 3
This course provides a comprehensive study of editing skills needed in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, proofreading, and editing. Upon completion, students should be able to use reference materials to compose and edit text.

OST 184 – Records Management

Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 3 Credits: 3
This course includes the creation, maintenance, protection, security, and disposition of records stored in a variety of media forms. Topics include alphabetic, geographic, subject, and numeric filing methods. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and maintain a records management system.

OST 233 – Office Publications Design

Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 3 Credits: 3
This course provides entry-level skills in using software with desktop publishing capabilities. Topics include principles of page layout, desktop publishing terminology and applications, and legal and ethical considerations of software use. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce professional business documents and publications.

OST 284 – Emerging Technologies

Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 2 Credits: 2
This course provides opportunities to explore emerging technologies. Emphasis is placed on identifying, researching, and presenting current technological topics for class consideration and discussion. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the importance of keeping abreast of technological changes that affect the office professional.

OST 286- Professional Development

Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 3 Credits: 3
This course covers the personal competencies and qualities needed to project a professional image in the office. Topics include interpersonal skills, health lifestyles, appearance, attitude, personal and professional growth, multicultural awareness, and professional etiquette. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate these attributes in the classroom, office, and society.

OST 289 – Office Administration Capstone

Office Systems Technology
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 3 Credits: 3
This course is designed to be a capstone course for the office professional and provides a working knowledge of modern office procedures. Emphasis is placed on scheduling, telephone procedures, travel arrangements, event planning, office design, and ergonomics. Upon completion, students should be able to adapt in an office environment.