Oct 23, 2026  
Palo Verde College 2026-2027 Catalog 
    
Palo Verde College 2026-2027 Catalog

ABE 100 - Microsoft Word I


Description: This course is level one of the Microsoft Word sequence. It introduces the student to Microsoft Word software applications. Topics include Microsoft Word functions: creating, printing, and editing Word documents; formatting text and using help; enhancing the visual display and clarity of documents; This course prepares students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification. This course is repeatable and it’s graded satisfactory progress.

Transferable
Not transferable

General Education:
Not approved for General Education

Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Demonstrates competency in the correct application of the principle features of Word by creating and editing documents for a variety of purposes and situations.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to create and maintain professional-looking reports, multicolumn newsletters, and business correspondence.


Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 36
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 1
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lab Hours: 1