Business Computer Information Systems
20 courses · Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
BCIS 13 Business Communication
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course applies the principles of ethical, effective, and accessible communication to the creation of letters, memos, emails, and written and oral reports for a variety of business situations. The course emphasizes planning, organizing, composing, and revising business documents using word processing software for written documents and presentation-graphics software to create and deliver professional-level oral reports. This course is designed for students who already have college-level writing skills.
BCIS 15 Web-based Tools for Business
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 42.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course examines the role that the end-user plays in monitoring, maintaining, and managing the web-based technology tools being used by businesses to improve and support collaboration, communication, and processes. Web-based tools and services used in business, including those used for communication, collaboration, social media, storage, and live support will be examined and applied.
BCIS 16 Project Management Tools
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 42.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces students to critical project management and personal information management (PIM) tools integral to today’s business operations: Microsoft Project and Outlook. Students will gain practical experience in utilizing Microsoft Outlook to manage professional e-mail communication, organize events, and create/manage contact groups. Additionally, the course will cover foundational project management skills using Microsoft Project, including planning, building, and tracking project schedules; creating and assigning tasks; managing resources; building Gantt charts, timelines, and reports; and monitoring project progress. Emphasis will be placed on skills that directly align with industry expectations and standards, including preparation for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification where relevant.
BCIS 17 Artificial Intelligence Tools for Business
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides students with theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience with artificial intelligence (AI) tools, focusing on the use of AI in business practices. The curriculum encompasses a broad spectrum of AI, from foundational concepts to practical applications, including advanced prompt engineering techniques. It looks at the use of generative and analytical AI tools for purposes of writing, researching, presenting, and marketing for business workers. It addresses ethical considerations and the broader societal impacts of AI.
BCIS 18 Introduction to Business Technology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 42.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is an examination of information and communication technologies used in today's businesses and the impact these technologies are having on today's workplaces. The course will include examination and application of a wide range of information and communication technology tools used to support and enhance business functions and processes. Focus will be placed on solving a variety of business problems, improving organizational productivity, and achieving the goals of business.
BCIS 20 Beginning Keyboarding
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is designed for the student who has had little or no previous training in the operation of a keyboard. Students learn to type by touch, to use appropriate keyboarding techniques, and to develop speed and accuracy. Students learn to use common proofreader's marks in document editing.
BCIS 24 Advanced Keyboarding
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course builds on basic keyboarding skills by reinforcing both proper keyboarding and effective speed building techniques in order for the student to reach an employable typing speed. Emphasis is placed on developing straight copy and production skills with minimum errors at increased speeds. Keyboarding strengths and weaknesses will be diagnosed, followed by prescriptive drills to address the issues. Topics include review of alphabet keystroke, word level, capital letter, alternate-hand, punctuation, number, symbol, and horizontal/vertical reaches.
BCIS 28 Microsoft Word for Windows
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 34 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course covers the most recent version of Microsoft Word for Windows (full desktop version) for students who have an understanding of computers and desire comprehensive knowledge of word processing. Course content includes creating, editing, and formatting documents; creating and modifying headers and footers; inserting objects such as images, SmartArt, and WordArt; creating, modifying, and customizing tables; merging documents to create letters, envelopes and labels; creating charts; proofing documents; creating and managing shared documents and online forms; and automating process using macros.
BCIS 33 Skills for the Working Professional
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 17 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides an exploration of essential soft skills necessary for working professionals, focusing on both external and internal communication, effective conflict management, and cultivating a positive attitude. Students will also learn to develop interpersonal and self-management skills for creating a professional image, preparing them for success in today’s workplace.
BCIS 46 Business Math Calculations
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 25.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course, students use the features of a business ten-key calculator to solve business math problems including banking, payroll, invoicing, markups/markdowns, interest, present and future value, credit cards, student loans, types of insurance, installment buying, and mortgages. Students will develop ten-key speed and accuracy using the touch method.
BCIS 50 Office Administration
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
BCIS 51 Records Management
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces students to the increasingly complex field of records management. The class emphasizes the importance of effective records management for all types of documents from their creation or receipt, through their processing, distribution, organization, storage, and retrieval, to their ultimate disposition. Students will investigate the management functions necessary to operate a records management program effectively.
BCIS 59 Beginning Legal Office Procedures
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces legal terminology, use of various legal documents and correspondence, how to navigate the court system and triage clients and their needs. Emphasis is placed on developing legal vocabulary, enhancing legal communication skills, building strong problem-solving techniques, and utilizing technical abilities in a legal office setting.
BCIS 60 Advanced Legal Office Procedures
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course prepares the student for employment as an administrative assistant in a law office. Students are given specialized training to assist lawyers in litigation involving family, criminal, probate, and corporate law.
BCIS 70 Adobe Acrobat Professional
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- BSOT 125X
This course introduces students to the current version of Acrobat Pro DC software's major features. Coverage includes interacting with PDFs using multiple devices, creating, scanning, converting, editing, sharing, signing, protecting, & standardizing PDFs. Additionally, ensuring accessibility, applying Bates numbering, redacting sensitive information, and preparing fillable forms will also be covered. (C-ID BSOT 125X).
BCIS 81 Microsoft Excel for Business
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is designed for those who want to learn Microsoft Excel for Windows from the perspective of owning or running a business. Course content includes designing and analyzing worksheets and using formulas and functions with an emphasis on accounting principles.
BCIS 84 Basics of Computers
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides students who have limited personal computer experience with the basic technology skills needed to send business-appropriate emails; manage files and folders; and use basic search features of internet browsers to locate information and create and manage personal logins following established security practices. The focus of this course is on preparing those students who are pursuing careers in business environments.
BCIS 85 Microsoft Excel for Windows
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 34 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course covers a recent version of Microsoft Excel (full desktop version) for students who have an understanding of computers and desire comprehensive knowledge of spreadsheets. Course content includes creating, formatting, and maintaining worksheets; using logical and financial formulas and functions; creating and modifying charts; using visual enhancements; working with tables and data tools; creating xlookup reference functions; and creating pivot tables.
BCIS 97 Special Problems-BCIS
- Units
- 1-3
- Hours
- 51-153 hours independent study
- Prerequisite
- Permission of instructor
- Transfers to
- CSU
Supervised study and practice in solving special problems in the student's career major. Any student interested in registering for a Special Problems course should contact a full-time instructor or chair/coordinator in the appropriate area no later than the last day of the tenth week of instruction. Students may not petition for a Special Problems course until they have completed satisfactorily 12 units of study at Butte College. 51-153 hours Independent Study. This course may be repeated to a maximum of 3.00 units.
BCIS 99 Work Experience-BCIS
- Units
- 0.5-8
- Hours
- 25.5-408 hours independent study
- Prerequisite
- Permission of Work Experience Education instructor and employment supervisor
- Transfers to
- CSU
Work experience is an experiential course where students apply what they have learned in the classroom to a work environment. The course offers students the opportunity to develop technical skills, explore possible career choices, build confidence, network with people in the field, and transition into the world of work. Work experience may include paid or unpaid employment. Students may earn one semester unit of college credit in this course for every fifty-one hours of work experience. Students may enroll in this course up to 8 unit(s) to complete the entire curriculum of the course. A maximum of sixteen units can be earned in work experience courses during a student’s enrollment with Butte College.