IT Application Tools in Business is a foundational course designed to assist students in developing essential technological proficiencies for the modern business environment.

Course Goals

  • Employ Advanced Technology Utilities: Use sophisticated tools for compressing, converting, importing, and exporting files, as well as transferring data between different applications efficiently.

  • Assess Software Compatibility: Evaluate computer hardware to ensure compatibility with various software applications, ensuring optimal performance and functionality.

  • Troubleshoot Technology Issues: Diagnose and resolve issues related to advanced network systems, hardware components, and software applications, applying systematic problem-solving techniques.

  • Master Word Processing Features: Utilize advanced functionalities in word processing software, such as outlining, tracking changes, hyperlinking, creating macros, developing forms, and mail merging, to enhance document management and productivity.

  • Demonstrate Professional Writing: Use word processing software to produce and edit business correspondence documents, showcasing professional writing skills through effective data input techniques and document formatting.

  • Leverage Spreadsheet Capabilities: Apply features of spreadsheet software, including formulas, functions, data sorting and filtering, templates, charts, and graphs, to create, modify, and print comprehensive workbooks.

  • Maximize Database Software Features: Utilize advanced database functionalities such as sorting, filtering, querying, merging data, and generating reports to manage and analyze information efficiently.

  • Create Multimedia Presentations: Use multimedia software tools for editing photos, videos, and audio to develop and present engaging multimedia presentations, demonstrating effective communication skills.

  • Deliver Curriculum Content: Employ digital tools to present commerce and information technology effectively curriculum-related content to diverse audiences.

  • Evaluate Digital Information: Critically assess internet and digital information for its validity, accuracy, bias, and relevance to ensure the reliability of sources and content.