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2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

ABRK 130 - Computer Fundamentals


PROGRAM: Apprenticeship Technology - Building Trades
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2022

This course introduces the students to current applications and technology used in the construction field. Software and computer programs will be studied along with basic computer applications. Students will also learn basic Windows operating system concepts, word processing, Excel spreadsheets, and research/ communication tools.

           

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

  1. Describe the broader uses of computers in industry, commerce, and personal applications.
  2. Use word processing software to create and edit text; save and retrieve a document; format, edit, and print a document.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to use the internet for research and computer applications used within industry.
  4. Use spreadsheet software to create, save and print a worksheet.
  5. Perform basic editing functions, and create graphs using spreadsheet software.
  6. Use presentation software to create and edit a presentation.
  7. Use scheduling software to create, set-up, and save a schedule.
  8. Appraise the use of smartphones, tablets and other  mobile technologies used in the construction industry.

 

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - Construction software

Scheduling software

Microsoft Word & Excel

Powerpoint presentations