Legal Administrative Assistant - Office Technology
Associate in Applied Science
Credits: 100-102 | Length of Program: 6 quarters
Subject: Office Technology and Administration
Office Technology and Administration - Legal Administrative Assistant - Associate in Applied Science
The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Legal Administrative Assistant is designed for persons interested in working in a legal office in an administrative support position in the private or public sector. The program equips the student with a variety of skills used in large or small offices through the study of keyboarding, formatting, communications, human relations, word processing, spreadsheets, databases and other related courses.
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Career Opportunities
Graduates may work in private law firms or with state, county, or other municipal agencies. Typical duties may include formatting documents and pleadings, composing business correspondence, preparing recording and filing legal documents, and performing receptionist functions. Technical skills and the ability to adapt to new situations will be important to career advancement. See Business, Finance & Office Administration » Office Technology and Administration for more career and employment information.
Program Outcomes
At the completion of the Office Administrative Program, the successful student will be able to:
- Apply critical thinking, professional practices, and efficient techniques to complete job tasks
- Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, supervisor, and coworkers
- Evaluate a workplace problem and apply appropriate strategies and valid reasoning to process quantitative and symbolic data
- Identify and adjust to workplace differences in order to operate collaboratively and effectively
- Recognize ethical dilemmas in the workplace and evaluate the consequences
In addition, students who complete the program will demonstrate the following skills standards:
- Demonstrate the ability to maintain proficiency with evolving technologies
Ed Plan / Class List
Computation
Human Relations
Required Courses
CCS101
Pathways to Success
3 Credits Search Schedule
Cultivates the mind-set and skills necessary for students to become confident, reflective, self-directing, and successful learners. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 090 or higher.
OFTEC111
Keyboarding
2 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces the alphabetic, numeric, and symbol keys by touch. Focuses on wellness and ergonomic issues while developing keyboarding skills. Students can test out of this class by demonstrating proficiency on a placement test. Prerequisite: None.
OFTEC112
Skill Building
2 Credits Search Schedule
Continues development of keyboarding skills with an emphasis on ergonomically correct technique. Students can test out of this class by demonstrating proficiency on a placement test. Prerequisite: OFTEC 111.
OFTEC113
Speed and Accuracy Development
2 Credits Search Schedule
Continues skill building based on customized drills and exercises designed to help students improve keyboarding speed and accuracy. Students can test out of this class by demonstrating proficiency on a placement test. Prerequisite: OFTEC 112.
OFTEC100
Introduction to Computer Concepts & Applications
5 Credits Search Schedule
Designed for the novice computer user. Students will receive integrated computer instruction on word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation graphics software as well as the use of the Internet and web-based tools to achieve basic skills and knowledge in using a computer. Prerequisite: Instructor's permission.
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OFTEC108
Introduction to Microsoft Office
3 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces the software components of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Prerequisite: None.
OFTEC125
Digital Productivity Tools
4 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces web-based tools used for office productivity and workflow management. Includes personal information systems and file sharing. Prerequisite: None.
OFTEC136
Microsoft Word I
5 Credits Search Schedule
Prepares students to use the features of Microsoft Word software to create a variety of documents for business or personal use. The ability to type at least 25 words per minute (wpm) is recommended. Prerequisite: OFTEC 100 or OFTEC 108.
OFTEC138
PowerPoint
2 Credits Search Schedule
Focuses on using PowerPoint presentation software to build effective presentations that communicate key information to audiences in business, academic, and organization settings. Prerequisite: None.
OFTEC141
Excel
5 Credits Search Schedule
An introduction to Excel for worksheet applications. Creating simple worksheets using numbers, dates, text, formulas, desktop features, formatting, charting, printing, and file handling. Techniques include copying, moving, relative, and absolutes cell references, using functions in formulas, file linking, multiple windows, and range naming. More advanced topics such as database and macros will also be introduced. Prerequisite: OFTEC 108 or OFTEC 100 and MATH 092.
OFTEC150
Formatting I
4 Credits Search Schedule
Basic formatting techniques in keyboarding skill development using a personal computer with word processing software. Provides an introduction to business letters, memorandums, tables, and reports. The ability to type 30 words per minute (wpm) by touch is recommended. Prerequisite: OFTEC 108 or OFTEC 136.
OFTEC160
Business English
5 Credits Search Schedule
Examines language arts skills applied to proper business writing. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
OFTEC236
Word Processing II
5 Credits Search Schedule
Develops skills in advanced word processing features with an emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving as they apply to complex word processing projects. Students develop mastery-level competencies in Microsoft Word. Prerequisite: OFTEC 136.
OFTEC260
Business Communication
5 Credits Search Schedule
Explores the principles of effective communication in business emphasizing the human relations factor, through correspondence, report writing, and an oral presentation. OFTEC 160 recommended. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a "C" or better.
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ENGL&235
Technical Writing
5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces technical writing skills necessary to communicate effectively in the workplace. Emphasizes written documents, successful teamwork strategies, and ethical considerations in workplace communication. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a "C" or better.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, COMMUNICATION, AAS-SPEAKING-LISTENING, GER-CIS, AA-AAS-T-COMMUNICATION
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, COMMUNICATION, AAS-SPEAKING-LISTENING, GER-CIS, AA-AAS-T-COMMUNICATION
OFTEC255
Records and Information Management
5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces principles and procedures for records management including storage, retrieval, and control of records. Study of privacy, ethics, and security as they relate to RIM (Records and Information Management). Prerequisite: OFTEC 236 or instructor's permission.
OFTEC265
Integrated Office Projects
5 Credits Search Schedule
Business simulation including the application and knowledge of word processing, Outlook, spreadsheets, database, PowerPoint, and internet to integrate documents in projects using critical thinking, planning, scheduling, organization skills, and group interaction. Prerequisite: OFTEC 108, OFTEC 141, OFTEC 150 and OFTEC 236.
LEGL112
Law Office Procedures
3 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces legal terminology, ethics, and law office procedures in regards to traditional, corporate and government law offices. This course was formerly known as LEGL 101. Prerequisite: None.
BUS&201
Business Law
5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces the American legal system from the business perspective. Examines system structure, concepts, procedures, terminology, and ethics with an emphasis on principles and procedures applicable in the context of business. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
LEGL121
Civil Procedure
5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces federal and state court Rules of Civil Procedure. This course was formerly known as LEGL 152. Prerequisite: None.
LEGL132
Legal Terms and Writing
5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces legal terminology, proofreading, and basic legal writing techniques for the preparation of legal documents. This course was formerly known as LEGL 107. ENGL& 101 is recommended. Prerequisite: POLS& 200 and LEGL 122 or instructor's permission.
POLS&200
Introduction to Law: Diversity
5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces an overview of the American legal system and how our legal system has shaped modern society. This course was formerly known as LEGL 151. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101 or instructor's permission.
LEGL221
Technology in the Law Office
3 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces law office technology. Students will gain experience retrieving, organizing, and maintaining documents; docketing and tickling, methods to ensure timeliness of pleadings and other actions; use of database and full-text retrieval systems; and time-keeping for proper billing of clients. This course was formerly known as LEGL 153. Prerequisite: POLS& 200 and LEGL 112 or instructor's permission.
OFTEC190
Cooperative Work Experience/Internships
Search Schedule
This Course has no description available
General Education Requirements
Communication
ENGL&101
English Composition I
5 Credits Search Schedule
Develops writing skills by focusing on strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas, evaluate information, make a point, and participate in multiple discourse communities. Emphasizes both the process and the product of writing. This course was formerly known as WRIT 101, College Writing I. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test scores OR appropriate completion of ENGL 095, ENGL 095X, or ENGL 098 OR concurrent enrollment in ENGL 110 with instructor's permission.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, COMMUNICATION, GER-CIS, AA-AAS-T-COMMUNICATION, AAS-COMMUNICATION: Reading/Writing, AAS-READING-WRITING
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, COMMUNICATION, GER-CIS, AA-AAS-T-COMMUNICATION, AAS-COMMUNICATION: Reading/Writing, AAS-READING-WRITING
Computation
BUS104
Business Math
5 Credits Search Schedule
Emphasizes solving practical problems in business, including percentages, payroll, simple and compound interest, annuities, discounts, and markups using a calculator. Prerequisite: MATH 092.
Distribution: AAS, AAS-COMPUTATION
Distribution: AAS, AAS-COMPUTATION
Human Relations
5 Credits in HUMAN RELATIONS
Effective Catalog Year 2019-2020
Length of Program
The Office Technology and Administration – Legal Administrative Assistant Program takes a minimum of six quarters of full-time studies for the Associate in Applied Science degree.
Application Process / How to Apply
Additional Information
Special Program Note: Students who can keyboard by touch may be eligible to bypass keyboarding class and still receive credit through the college’s advanced standing process. See a faculty advisor to discuss this option.
Revision Date:
February 19, 2019