This introductory word processing, competency-based education curriculum consists of seven learning modules. These are (1) introduction to word processing (with sections on the definition of word processing, the word processing cycle, parts of the word processing system, word processing vocabulary, and positions available in word processing); (2) English/proofreading (punctuation, grammar, spelling, and proofreading); (3) typing (with sections on typing techniques and various forms of business writing); (4) office machines (printing calculation, reprographics, machine transcription); (5) job techniques (application letters, personal data sheets, job interviews); (6) office procedures (telephone techniques, human relations, filing, and decision making); and (7) operation of word processing equipment (with sections on use and maintenance of equipment). Each module consists of several job sheets containing related tasks. A total of 118 tasks are covered in the job sheets. Each job sheet contains a task statement, a list of materials needed, suggested learning activities, and a task performance standard. Pretests, tests, problem sheets, and information sheets containing such items as exercises and word lists are provided throughout the modules. (MN)