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So you think you want to take an online course but would like to have more information before signing up.
Here are some answers to several FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions).

Microsoft Office Professional I - CSP 1203
    and
Microsoft Office Professional II - CSP 2203
    and
Microsoft Office Professional III CSP 2204

What software is needed?
    Microsoft Office Professional Edition 2003 which includes:
        Word 2003
        Excel 2003
        Access 2003
        PowerPoint 2003 (please note - this is also needed for CSG 1205)
        Publisher (please note - not covered in this course)
        Outlook (please note - not covered in this course)
    Microsoft Windows XP (please note – this is also needed for CSO 1201 and CSO 1202)
    Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher
    Note - Check the IVCC Bookstore for Educational Discounts on Software

       What computer hardware is needed?
                Pentium 350 MHz or faster
                64 MB RAM minimum
                2.0 GB minimum hard disk space
                SVGA graphics (800x600/256-color or higher)
                Note - You will also need an Internet connection.

        Are campus visits required?
                No, the course is designed to be totally web based.
                Assignments are emailed to the instructor.
                Exams and quizzes are online.
                Grades are posted in a web based grade book.

        How much time will it take to complete the course?
                Estimate 4 to 8 hours per week during a 16 week semester.
                Estimate 8 to 16 hours per week during Summer 8 week session.
                Note - some individuals may require more time.

        Will I need to be online at certain times?
               No, you are able to work on the course anytime.
                The only time requirements are as follows:
                       Major exams are timed.
                       Quizzes, exams, and assignments need to be submitted before the end of the semester.
                           Note - the end of semester due date is in the course outline.
                       Students are asked to maintain weekly contact with the instructor.

        What is the content of the course?
                Office I - CSP 1203 (Click here to view current course outline) MS Word.doc
                Office II - CSP 2203 (Click here to view current course outline) MS Word.doc 
                Office III - CSP 2204 (Click here to view current course outline) MS Word.doc

        What does the BlackBoard web interface look like?                   
                Click Here and then "Login" and  "Preview"
                Upon enrolling for the course you will be given your own login and password.
                Also, you will be using the college BlackBoard Site at blackboard.ivcc.edu       

        What can I expect for an average turnaround between submitting work and receiving feedback?
                My past practice has been to have a 48 - 72 hour turnaround (average).
                This is similar to most face-to-face classes that meet every other day.
                I do not usually log on over the weekend. Most work is graded Monday through Friday.
                I often work online in the late afternoon and early evening.
 

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