May 20, 2024  
2023-2024 College Catalog 
    
2023-2024 College Catalog

CS 160 APPLICATIONS SOFTWARE STRATEGIES



The application software strategies course introduces students to the essential skills required in developing and maintaining a software library. Students learn the basics of selecting the appropriate software, e.g., productivity, education and reference, entertainment, business and specialized and computer(s) for a particular business application. This includes desktop publishing using graphics and specialized equipment such as scanners and laser printers. Students complete hands-on computer projects while researching other topics, such as software licensing, piracy, maintenance, and the exchanging of data between applications. Demonstrations are conducted on a student’s research using a presentation graphics program. Upon completion of this course, students will be familiar with different software applications, operating systems, and computers. 4 Credits Prerequisite: CS 100  or CS 104  or CS 110