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INF2100 Reports

Intermediate · 1 credit · BIT - Business, Admin, Finance and IT

Description
Students demonstrate efficient word processing skills to produce publishable reports in a variety of formats from formatted and unformatted copy under time constraints.
Prerequisite
None
Parameters
Access to appropriate computer equipment, word processing software, the Internet and support materials.
Supporting courses
INF2050: Word Processing 2 INF2020: Keyboarding MAM2060: Communication Strategies 2

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 prepare material for publication

    • 1.1 edit and manipulate text proficiently

    • 1.2 replicate, convert and append files proficiently

    • 1.3 prepare templates, macros and autotext

    • 1.4 determine the intent of the report

  • 2 produce publishable reports, including the following features:

    • 2.1 title page

    • 2.2 titles, headings and subheadings

    • 2.3 table of contents

    • 2.4 outlines

    • 2.5 bound and unbound formats

    • 2.6 columns

    • 2.7 displayed paragraphs and quotes

    • 2.8 headers and footers

    • 2.9 citations; e.g., footnotes, reference list, bibliography

    • 2.10 appendices and indexes

    • 2.11 pagination

    • 2.12 a variety of embedded tables and charts

  • 3 publish documents

    • 3.1 print and save documents using alternative formats

    • 3.2 use electronic mail to send reports

  • 4 apply consistent and appropriate work station routines

    • 4.1 demonstrate good health and safety; e.g., posture, positioning of hardware and furniture

    • 4.2 employ practices that provide security for hardware, software, supplies and personal work

  • 5 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 5.1.1 communicate

      • 5.1.2 manage information

      • 5.1.3 use numbers

      • 5.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 5.2.2 be responsible

      • 5.2.3 be adaptable

      • 5.2.4 learn continuously

      • 5.2.5 work safely

    • 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 5.3.1 work with others

      • 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 6 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster

    • 6.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment

    • 6.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities

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