Essential Information
Computer applications courses are generally available through certificate, associate’s and bachelor’s degree programs in Web design, graphic design and computer applications. Some programs focus more on operating basic software such as Microsoft Office while others focus on more intermediate and advanced topics such as using HyperText Markup Language (HTML), graphics design software such as Adobe InDesign and Adobe’s photo-editing application Photoshop.
Courses in computer applications typically cover the following topics:
- Creating text files and spreadsheets
- Managing images and data
- Using the Internet
- Working with Web design programs
- Desktop publishing
- Graphic design
- Spreadsheets and presentations
- Computer languages and programming
