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Welcome to Computer Applications and Office Technologies

(323) 953-4000 ext. 2900 • Da Vinci Hall, Room 207 or 212

We offer a wide variety of computer applications courses using state-of-the-art hardware and software In addition to traditional office and secretarial courses. Computer applications courses include MS Word, FrontPage, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, Publisher, and Windows. All keyboarding courses use state-of-the-art software designed not only for learning touch-method typing but also for preparing documents using Word.

Classes are scheduled during the day Monday through Friday, evenings Monday through Thursday, and on Saturdays. For more information about our programs click here or visit us on the second floor of Da Vinci Hall 207 or call (323) 953-4000, Ext. 2903 or 2902, for more information.

Announcements

Microsoft Certification Exam: The CAOT discipline is now a testing center for Microsoft Certification exams which will be available to students and district employees. Click here then click the MOUS Certification link for details.
bullet Congratulations to the CAOT Department for winning the Los Angeles Community College District Excellence in Workforce Development Award for 2005 for Creative Use of Instructional Technology. This Web site as well as the Keyboarding 1 Online Web site were recognized for their use of advanced technology to enhance classroom learning and provide students current, high quality tools and processes.
bullet Certificate program applications. We offer ten basic certificates of completion that require only two courses along with more advanced certificates. Click here for details and to download your application form. Lastyear's Certificates and Awards program was held on Thursday, May 24, 2007, 10 a.m. in the Quad. Applications for 2008 may be submitted beginning early February to April 3 and are due by April 3, 2008.
bullet Legal Program: Click here for information on our Legal Office Training Program. We offer a Basic Legal Office Certificate for our Legal Office Assistant majors.
bullet Medical Program: Medical Terminology is your starting place for a career in health care. Click here for more information on careers in the health field. We offer a Basic Medical Transcription Certificate and a Basic Medical Administrative Certificate. For more information, contact Mrs. Carmelita Bronson-Smith at 953-4000, Ext. 2907.
bullet Internship Program: The CAOT Department is actively seeking qualified student candidates to participate in our Internship Partnership program in which you can earn credit for working. Click here for details.