Computer Keyboarding Skills I

Course Information

In this course students learn keyboarding techniques using various methods. Keyboarding speed and accuracy are emphasized. Proofreading and editing documents is covered. Research about repetitive stress injury (RSI) and proper ergonomics is included. The student should be able to achieve a minimum speed of 25 net words per minute (nwpm) with 98% accuracy with frequent practice.

Intake F26 SEM

Start Date Sep 08 / 2026

End Date Dec 15 / 2026

Prerequisite(s):

None

Computer Software Requirements:

You will need to access to a home or office personal computer with an Internet connection and Web access. This courses requires a subscription at https://typistapp.ca/ (approximately $195.00).

Chats:

No

Group Work:

No

Registering college code:
DU-COMP1083

Host college code:
LA-CPT1133

How to register

You can register in-person, on-line, or by phone.  When registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL001– not DU-ENL001).  For details visit https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-faculties/professional-and-part-time-learning/registration-and-admission/how-to-register.

Contact

Professional and Part-time Learning
Email : ppl@durhamcollege.ca

2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, ON
L1H 7L7

Phone : (905) 721-3052

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