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FOR 112: Introduction to Computing Applications

Fall 2008

Course Description

FOR 112 is an introductory course that teaches skills necessary for successful and efficient use of computing applications common in a student's academic career. The computing applications highlighted in this course include Microsoft Word (word processing), Microsoft Excel (data spreadsheet), Microsoft PowerPoint (presentation), Microsoft Access (database management), and Irfanview (basic image manipulation). Additionally, we familiarize students with how to use the University computer network and e-mail system, and offer many tips, shortcuts, and computing advice related to relevant technologies that the student is likely to encounter. Even someone already comfortable with some of these computing applications will learn something new.

Students with documented disabilities who may need accommodations, who have any emergency medical information the instructor should be aware of, or who need special arrangements in the event of evacuation, should make an appointment with the instructor as early as possible, and no later than the first week of the term. Class materials will be made available in accessible format upon request.

Course Objectives

1. Familiarize students with the computing environment at Oregon State University and, in particular, within the College of Forestry.
2. Provide instruction that allows students to increase their efficiency in common computing tasks.
3. Provide students with instruction and software so they can work at home or at school in a safe and secure computing environment.
4. Prepare students for future classes by demonstrating basic and advanced features of many common software applications.
5. Ensure students are familiar with how data and information can be imported and exported between software applications.