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Following certain course descriptions are the designations: F, Sp, Su. These indicate the semesters fall, spring, summer in which the course is normally offered and are intended as an aid to students planning their programs of study.

ASBE 231: Business Communication (3) A detailed study of business communication. Includes analysis and practice in writing a variety of messages used to communicate in business and industry. Emphasizes the psycho-semantic aspects of effective organizational communication. Prereq: CMST 101, CIS 151, ENG 201. F, Sp, Su

ASBE 261: Advanced Microcomputer Applications (3) A continuation of the development of microcomputer applications and problem-solving skills. Provides a basic review of the Windows interface and file management features; explores advanced spreadsheet and database concepts; and provides an introduction to presentation software, the Internet, and integration across word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Cross-listed as CIS 261. Prereq: CIS 151or equivalent. F, Sp, Su

ASBE 291: Desktop Publishing and Web Design (3) Designed to acquaint students with the preparation and design of materials for desktop publishing and Web page, combining text processing with graphics. A hands-on instructional approach along with experience in processing and presentation graphics. Prereq: ASBE/CIS 261. Sp

ASBE 393: Methods of Teaching Computer Courses (3) Objectives, planning, methods, materials, and devices for teaching computer applications. A hands-on approach to the use of the microcomputer in business education classes; use of business software; and analysis and design of programs for business education courses. Prereq: ASBE/CIS 261. Sp.

ASBE 397: Methods of Teaching Business Education (3) Emphasis on instructional methods and materials used in teaching business education subjects. Also includes class organization, equipment needs, standards and evaluation. Prereq: EDUC 214, ACCT 201, ACCT 202, ECON 208, ECON 209, and ECON 265 and junior standing. F

ASBE 401: Business Career Planning and Professional Development (1) A lecture-discussion-practicum class emphasizing identification of goals and processes of professional development through career planning. Related job-market issues of concern to senior business students also are addressed. Prereq: ASBE 231 and senior standing. F. Sp, Su

ASBE 471: Principles and Philosophy of Vocational Education (3) Fundamental philosophy, principles, and objectives of vocational education related to the needs of the beginning vocational instructor. Consideration of the various service areas, including wage-earning and non-wage-earning vocational areas, as a foundation for career decisions for further study. Prereq: consent of instructor. Su

ASBE 481: In-School Laboratory Programs in Vocational Education (3) Special techniques and knowledge needed to teach and manage in-school laboratory programs in vocational education. Consideration for the beginning or advanced vocational instructor as he/she operates within the LEA and business community. Prereq: on demand, ASBE 397 or equivalent.

ASBE 490: Individual Study in Administrative Systems or Business Education (1-3) Repeatable for up to three hours. Research and reading in the student’s major area. May be taken on an arranged basis with approval of the College of Business dean and the instructor.

ASBE 498: Techniques of Coordinating Cooperative Education (3) The coordination responsibilities of a cooperative vocational education coordinator in his/her relationships to the school, parents, students, advisory committees, business, industry, and government will be discussed. Practical operative techniques will be identified and applied. Prereq: consent of the instructor. Sp