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POFI 1104 (1 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, NLC, RLC

Computer Fundamentals
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Computer applications specific to business-related software. Emphasizes the concurrent development of office skills and computer knowledge. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec.)

POFI 1204 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, RLC

Computer Fundamentals
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Various computer applications specific to business or office-related software. Emphasizes the concurrent development of office skills and computer knowledge. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

POFI 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Computer Applications I
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills.
Course Description: Overview of computer applications including current terminology and technology. Introduction to computer hardware, software applications, and procedures. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

POFI 1341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Computer Applications II
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Continued study of current computer terminology and technology. Advanced skill development in computer hardware, software applications, and procedures. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

POFI 1349 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Spreadsheets
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Spreadsheet software for business applications. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

POFI 1441 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, NLC

Computer Applications II
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Computer Applications I or equivalent.
Course Description: Continued study of current computer terminology and technology. Advanced skill development in computer hardware, software applications, and procedures. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

POFI 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Word Processing
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Word processing software focusing on business applications. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

POFI 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Desktop Publishing
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: In-depth coverage of desktop publishing terminology, text editing, and use of design principles. Emphasis on layout techniques, graphics, multiple page displays, and business applications. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

POFI 2340 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, NLC

Advanced Word Processing
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Advanced techniques in merging, macros, graphics, and desktop publishing. Includes extensive formatting for technical documents. Emphasis on business applications. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

POFI 2440 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Advanced Word Processing
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: POFI 2301 or ITSW 1401.
Course Description: Advanced techniques in merging, macros, graphics, and desktop publishing. Includes extensive formatting for technical documents. Emphasis on business applications. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)


Academic Courses
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WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.


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