10-Key Calculator - CABT 102

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CABT Staff Desk CTC, Bldg 1400 Aptos Campus or (831)479-6277

Watsonville Open Computer Lab 3^rd Floor Room 4510 (831) 786-4703

Instructor e-mail address cabt@cabrillo.edu

Course Description

CABT 102 - 10- Key Calculator is a one-unit course in which you will learn the 10-key touch system using electronic calculators to solve typical business problems and applications. It is an open entry/open exit, self-paced course. There are no regular class meetings; you are responsible for completing the lessons using the textbook and calculator at your own pace. You will complete the textbook exercises using a calculator and complete exams to demonstrate your proficiency. Students should expect to spend a minimum of 3 hours 10 minutes a week and complete at least one lesson a week.  Recommended preparation is eligibility for MATH 154 or good arithmetic skills including knowledge of addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, decimal places, rounding numbers, and percentages.

Getting Signed Up for Classes

• Attend an Scheduled Orientation during the first two weeks of class. If this is not possible, contact an instructor to arrange an individualized orientation.
• Get an add code, if needed, from the CABT desk in the CTC or Watsonville Computer Lab, and take it to the Admissions Office to be processed.
• Optional: Purchase the textbook Solving Business Problems Using a Calculator , 5^th Edition 1977 or 6^th Edition, 2003, by Polisky and Meehan, Glencoe McGraw-Hill. It is available to check out for use in the lab only using a Cabrillo College Library Card.

Where to Do the Work: Calculators are available in the Computer Technology Center (Room 1400) or the Watsonville Open Computer Lab room 4510, or you may work on your own electronic printing calculator at home if you buy your own book and calculator. The calculator must have a full-size keyboard and features including a printing tape, full memory keys, and display at least 6 decimal places. You must appear in person for an orientation, to check your answers, and to do your tests and exams.

Grades:

This class can be taken on the regular grading system (A-F) or on a Pass/No Pass basis. Notify the instructor by the 5^th week of classes if you want the P/NP option. All work including final exam must completed before finals week. An Incomplete grade can be assigned only if you have completed 75% of the course work to passing standards, and an illness or emergency prevents you from completing the assignment. To receive a Withdraw (W) grade, you must officially withdraw by the 12^th week of the semester. You must turn in at least one assignment by week 12 or you may be dropped from the course. However, it is your responsibility to withdraw yourself if that is what you want.

To receive a P (Pass) for the course you need to: (see Progress Sheet for details)

• Complete Lessons 1-12 in the text and turn in your tapes and answers.
• Keep a log sheet of the dates and times you work on your lessons.
• Complete speed and accuracy tests (10 minutes each) with a passing score.
• Complete a timed midterm and final exam with a passing score. (30 minutes each)

Learning Outcome

Solve typical business problems accurately and effectively with the 10-key calculator, including use of memory and other advanced features.

EVERYTHING MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE FINALS WEEK!