CRC 175 - Realtime Tech Applications

Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech

In this continuation course, students expand upon the computer-aided transcription concepts acquired in CRC150. Lecture time is devoted to the presentation of advanced principles and features, with a focus on using advanced software features to increase productivity. Using available tools to provide litigation support is also stressed. Lab time is devoted to the application of new skills in producing a variety of transcripts
Prerequisite: CRC 150, CRC 165
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: CRC 160
Corequisite: CRC 180, CRC 183 and CRC 190
Competencies

Manage include files.
1. Build include files.
2. Utilize include files when preparing transcripts.
3. Archive files.
Save files in other formats.
1. Save files in various formats - RTF, ASCII, PDF.
2. Transfer files to CD, jump drive, other backup locations.
Identify opportunities to provide litigation support.
1. Practice realtime connections.
2. Produce commonly requested file types (ASCII, PDF).
3. Participate in research and discussions about litigation support.
Write five pages of realtime with a minimum first-pass accuracy rate of 95%.
Create transcripts of common proceedings following the guidelines of the Code of Iowa, the Iowa Court Reporters Manual, the NCRA recommendations.
1. Prepare a deposition transcript.
2. Create a hearing transcript.
3. Prepare a statement transcript.
4. Create a trial transcript.
Demonstrate reference and proofreading skills by earning a minimum average transcript grade of 80%.