Master Syllabus BT1223, Records Management

Credits 3 Lab Hours 0 Lecture Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0
This course serves as a basic introduction to the increasingly comprehensive field of records management. Principles and practices of effective records management for both manual and automated records systems are emphasized. A manual/computerized simulation allows hands-on instruction in the storing and retrieving of information based upon updated ARMA Simplified Rules. For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The Business Administrative Technology program provides students the skills to be productive and successful working in an office environment.

SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.

Outcome #3: Communicate their ideas clearly and proficiently in speaking, appropriately adjusting content and arrangement for varying audiences, purposes, and situations

Outcome #4: Demonstrate mathematical skills by using a variety of techniques and technologies.

Course Outcomes

Upon acceptable completion of the course competencies and an average of 85 percent or higher on mastery assessments, the student will be able to:

Define records management.

Classify records found in an office.

List and describe the stages in the life cycle of a record.

Identify career opportunities.

Use proper storage procedures when storing alphabetically, by subject, numerically, and geographically.

Use requisition, retrieval, charge-out, and follow-up procedures.

Explain the use of a retention schedule.

Identify methods of transferring records.

Identify technology used in records management.

Use a database software program to perform alphabetic filing procedures.

Relate records control to the management of records.

Course Outline
  1. Gain Overview of Records Management.
  2. Understand Alphabetic Storage and Retrieval
  3. Understand Subject Storage and Retrieval
  4. Understand Numeric Storage and Retrieval
  5. Understand Geographic Storage and Retrieval
  6. Identify Technology Used in Records Management
  7. Relate Records Control to Records Management
Instructional Methods

Chapter lectures/class discussion

Presentation/demonstration by instructor

Individual student problem-solving

Manual/computerized filing exercises

Supplemental filing exercises

Mastery tests

Instructional Resources and Materials

Textbook

Records management projects

Template included with text

Microcomputer

Overhead projector and transparencies

Supplementary handouts

Methods of Assessment

Measurement of outcomes achievement, both institutional and course, as well as the student'�s grade, will be determined in the following manner:

Measurement of SCCC Outcomes will be assessed through daily assignments and achievement tests

  1. Finding tests related to projects 40%
  2. Achievement tests/final exam 40%
  3. Project assignments 10%
  4. Chapter questions, worksheets, reports, attendance 10%
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.