Word Processing (Specify Software) - AST 141 at Virginia Western Community College


         
 
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AST 141 - Word Processing (Specify Software)
Teaches creating and editing documents, including line and page layouts, columns, fonts, search/replace, cut/paste, spell/thesaurus, and advanced editing and formatting features of word processing software.
Lecture 2-4 hours. Total 2-4 hours per week.
Prerequisite AST 101 or equivalent. A laboratory co-requisite (AST 144) may be required.
2-4 credits

Schedule at Virginia Western Community College

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
35934 AST 141-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
In addition to a windows-based computer, Microsoft Office 365 (VWCC free full online version access information located at https://www.virginiawestern.edu/iet-services/student-tutorials-training/microsoft-office-365-proplus-for-students/). Chromebooks and Apple MacBooks are not compatible with the software required in these courses. Note: AST/ITE courses are required in all Business and Professional Services programs and ITE 152 is a required course in almost all Virginia Western transfer programs.
IMPORTANT: This class section includes an additional Class Fee that will cover the cost of a digital copy of the textbook for this course. As an additional option under this program, a low-cost printed copy of the digital textbook can be purchased through the Virginia Western Bookstore. You will have the option to Opt-Out of using the digital textbook once you log into this course in Canvas. Should you choose to Opt-Out, you will receive an adjustment on your student account for the Class Fee after the Last Day to Drop and Receive a Refund, as noted in the Academic Calendar located here https://www.virginiawestern.edu/academic-calendar/.
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
An additional Class Fee has been added to the tuition and mandatory fees for this course in the amount of $86.49 to cover the cost of the provided digital textbook.
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
33832 AST 141-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
2025-06-16 Virtual Distance Learning WW
IMPORTANT: This class section includes an additional Class Fee that will cover the cost of a digital copy of the textbook for this course. As an additional option under this program, a low-cost printed copy of the digital textbook can be purchased through the Virginia Western Bookstore. You will have the option to Opt-Out of using the digital textbook once you log into this course in Canvas. Should you choose to Opt-Out, you will receive an adjustment on your student account for the Class Fee after the Last Day to Drop and Receive a Refund, as noted in the Academic Calendar located here https://www.virginiawestern.edu/academic-calendar/.
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
An additional Class Fee has been added to the tuition and mandatory fees for this course in the amount of $77.49 to cover the cost of the provided digital textbook.
In addition to a windows-based computer, Microsoft Office 365 (VWCC free full online version access information located at https://www.virginiawestern.edu/iet-services/student-tutorials-training/microsoft-office-365-proplus-for-students/). Chromebooks and Apple MacBooks are not compatible with the software required in these courses. Note: AST/ITE courses are required in all Business and Professional Services programs and ITE 152 is a required course in almost all Virginia Western transfer programs.
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
43052 AST 141-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
2025-08-25 Virtual Distance Learning WW
IMPORTANT: This class section includes an additional Class Fee that will cover the cost of a digital copy of the textbook for this course. As an additional option under this program, a low-cost printed copy of the digital textbook can be purchased through the Virginia Western Bookstore. You will have the option to Opt-Out of using the digital textbook once you log into this course in Canvas. Should you choose to Opt-Out, you will receive an adjustment on your student account for the Class Fee after the Last Day to Drop and Receive a Refund, as noted in the Academic Calendar located here https://www.virginiawestern.edu/academic-calendar/.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
An additional Class Fee has been added to the tuition and mandatory fees for this course in the amount of $86.49 to cover the cost of the provided digital textbook.
In addition to a windows-based computer, Microsoft Office 365 (VWCC free full online version access information located at https://www.virginiawestern.edu/iet-services/student-tutorials-training/microsoft-office-365-proplus-for-students/). Chromebooks and Apple MacBooks are not compatible with the software required in these courses. Note: AST/ITE courses are required in all Business and Professional Services programs and ITE 152 is a required course in almost all Virginia Western transfer programs.
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