Computer Applications

Terry Price
Educational Computer Strategist

Manchester College, BS - Business Administration

University of Phoenix, MA - Education

Theresa Goeckner Computer Applications I	Vicki Miller Computer Applications I	Mary Kay Lien Computer Applications I Department Chair

California State University, Long Beach, BA - Radio – Television	UNLV, BS - Workforce Education	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Grand Canyon University- Phoenix, AZ
Azusa Pacific University, MA - Education Technology		BA Business Education MA Teaching Instructional Technology
MA - Curriculum and Instruction in a Multicultural Context

This one-year course is an introduction to various aspects of computer technology. Students will receive instruction in proper keyboarding techniques, word processing, spreadsheet, database, multimedia, and desktop publishing. Prior to enrolling in any advanced computer course, students should successfully complete this course. This course is eligible for Tech-Prep credit with the Community College of Southern Nevada. Students completing this full-year course will earn either one-half computer credit and one-half elective credit or one of the elective credits required for high school graduation.

Did you know that Clark County students saved over $487,000 in tuition fees last year by earning Tech Prep credit in various career and technical education courses? Over 1,600 students from district high schools earned college credit through 82 different courses articulated with programs at the College of Southern Nevada.

Tech Prep is a program that allows high school juniors and seniors to earn college credit by taking specific high school courses. The courses are part of technical skill-building programs and are taught at local high schools by high school teachers. After successfully completing these career and technical classes and earning an A or B, students can pay just $10 to obtain college credit from the College of Southern Nevada. These credits have the potential to lay the foundation for obtaining an associates degree leading to a high skill, high-wage career. In some cases, these credits may also transfer to four year universities.

It is estimated that 80 percent of jobs today require more than a high school diploma. By taking advantage of Tech Prep courses, students can get a head start on college, opening the door to more career opportunities and higher wages.