Diploma Programs

Data Entry Specialist

Program Objectives

The objective of this short Data Entry Program is to introduce the student to standard office machines and computer software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and internet applications. This is a good program for those who need to gain more up-to-date computer skills.

Some duties may include:

  • Clerical functions such as filing, creating correspondence documents using computer word processing, and 10-key by touch
  • Entering data from checks, bills, invoices, and other documents into a computer system
  • Creates typewritten documents
Desired Personal Attributes:
  • Basic skills: reading, writing, math, listening and speaking
  • Ability to pay attention to detail
  • Recommended minimum keyboarding/typing speed of 35 WPM
  • Understanding basic computer terminology and applications
  • Understanding Internet Business and E-Mail applications
Career Opportunities:

Some offices require only a limited knowledge of standard office machines with fundamental skills to perform their daily activities. Retail outlets and service companies are but a few of the occupational fields that require some knowledge of these skills.

Estimated Time of Completion Semesters Months
Full-time attendance 1 3.5
Half-time attendance 2 7
(Semester sequencing of courses may vary)

1st Semester

Course Course Title Credit Hours Clock Hours
T101
Typewriting (Beginning & Intermediate Keyboarding)
2.5 60
CO113
Computer Literacy for Business
2.5 60
OP209
Office Procedures
3.0 60
WP111
WordPerfect
 2.0 60
DP103
Desktop Publishing
 2.0 60
OP100
Proficiency in the Workplace
3.0 60
PROGRAM TOTALS 15 360