Yakili | Lowersixth Commercial SAC Office Technology

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Lowersixth Commercial SAC Office Technology

By - Michael Rolex
0 students
166 Hours 40 Min
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Course Requirements

The course for Cameroon Lower Sixth Commercial Secretarial Administration and Communication (SAC) Office Technology on the Yakili app must focus on the essential hardware, software, and electronic systems that drive the modern administrative environment. The goal is to ensure students are proficient users of office equipment and digital communication tools.

The syllabus covers both the physical technologies found in an office and the software used for communication and documentation.

Core Modules for Lower Sixth Office Technology

Module	Key Topics (Examples)	Technological Skill Focus
1. Computer Hardware & Peripherals	Input Devices (keyboard, mouse, scanner) and Output Devices (monitors, printers, projectors). Central Processing Unit (CPU) and memory (RAM/ROM) basics. Connecting and maintaining peripherals.	Understanding the components necessary for a functioning computer workstation.
2. Office Machines	Photocopiers (features, maintenance, troubleshooting jams). Scanners and Facsimile (Fax) Machines. Binding and Shredding equipment. PABX/Telephone Systems (transferring calls, voicemail).	Operating and managing essential non-computerized office equipment.
3. Word Processing Software	Advanced features (Mail Merge, creating tables, track changes, formatting long documents, using templates). Document security (password protection).	Producing professional, high-volume, and secure text-based documents.
4. Spreadsheet & Presentation Software	Spreadsheet basics (formulas, formatting, data entry, simple charting). Presentation software (slide design, incorporating media, preparing handouts).	Using software to manage numerical data and create visual presentations.
5. Data Communication & Networking	Types of Networks (LAN, WAN, Internet basics). Email Protocols (sending attachments, managing spam, professional email etiquette). Cloud computing and document sharing.	Connecting and communicating effectively using digital networks.
6. Data Security and Ethics	Viruses and Malware prevention. Data backup and recovery methods. Copyright and Intellectual Property basics. Confidentiality in digital environments.	Protecting office information and ensuring ethical use of technology.
7. Software Integration	Transferring data between different applications (e.g., from a spreadsheet to a presentation, or a database to a mail merge document).	Enhancing workflow by making different software applications work together seamlessly.

The course needs practical demonstrations and simulated practice on office technology.

Software Tutorials: Provide screen-recorded, step-by-step tutorials demonstrating the advanced features in Word Processing (e.g., executing a Mail Merge) and Presentation software.
Troubleshooting Scenarios: Use interactive quizzes or scenarios where students must diagnose and suggest solutions for common office technology issues (e.g., "The printer is jamming: what are the likely causes and first steps?").
Equipment Videos: Short video demonstrations illustrating the proper operation and maintenance of key office machines like photocopiers and scanners.
Email Etiquette Practice: A writing module where students draft emails for various purposes (e.g., scheduling, seeking approval) and receive feedback on professional tone, subject line, and attachment protocol.
Integration Exercise: A graded assignment that requires students to transfer data from a provided mock spreadsheet into a presentation to demonstrate Module 7 skills.

Course Description

This Yakili online course, aligned with the Cameroon GCE Advanced Level Commercial stream Secretarial Administration and Communication (SAC) syllabus, is a crucial, practical module focusing on Office Technology. It ensures students are proficient users of the hardware, software, and electronic systems that run the modern office. The curriculum covers the practical operation and maintenance of essential Office Machines (copiers, scanners, phone systems) and an understanding of Computer Hardware and Peripherals. A major focus is placed on advanced features of Office Software, including Mail Merge in Word Processing, basic formulas and charting in Spreadsheets, and creating professional visual Presentations. Furthermore, the course teaches critical digital communication skills, emphasizing professional email etiquette, data networking basics, and the fundamental requirements for Data Security and Ethics in a digital workplace. Delivered through screen-recorded tutorials, troubleshooting scenarios, and practical assignments, this course equips students with the technical competence necessary for efficient administrative work and success in the GCE examination.

Course Outcomes

Upon completion, the student will be able to:

Hardware Operation: $\checkmark$ Identify and understand the function of core computer hardware and operate and maintain essential office machines (photocopiers, scanners, phone systems).
Word Processing Mastery: $\checkmark$ Apply advanced features of word processing software, including Mail Merge and long document formatting, to produce high-quality, secure business documents.
Data Presentation: $\checkmark$ Utilize spreadsheet software for simple data management and calculation, and create professional visual presentations using appropriate software.
Digital Communication: $\checkmark$ Employ effective professional email etiquette and understand the basics of computer networks and cloud storage for efficient data sharing.
Security Awareness: $\checkmark$ Implement basic data security measures (backup, virus prevention) and understand the ethical and legal requirements for handling digital information and copyright.