Business/Computer Education

INSTRUCTORS: Patti Salyard | Aaron Sasges

(Semester Meets Every Other Day)
KEYBOARDING 7 Grade 7 Required

Students will learn to type by the touch method using a computer keyboard. They will learn good techniques as well as skills in proofreading and applying the proofreader's marks to rough draft material. Ergonomics, Internet Safety, computer ethics, and internal computer components will be explored along with basic computer terminology and word processing skills.

(Semester Meets Every Other Day)
KEYBOARDING 8 Grade 8 Required

Students will improve their typing skills using the touch method. They will gain introductory skills to the word processor, spreadsheet, and presentation software. The students will apply their skills to simple typing problems/projects. Internet terminology and skills will be studied. Students will also research and evaluate Internet resources. Computer animated programming may be introduced as time allows.

(Full Year – 10 Credits)
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS I Grade 9 Required

The students will apply their skills to advanced business problems such as centered messages, letters, outlines, reports, and tables. Emphasis will be on using the computer for word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software and Desktop Publishing. Internet terminology and skills will be reviewed. Additional subject matter will include computer care and maintenance, security and privacy, and computer ethics. Students will also be introduced to paint and computer animation programs.

(Full Year Meets Every Other Day – 5 Credits)
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS II Grade 10 Required

Prerequisite: Computer Applications I

This course provides students with activities that are built around a business theme. Students will complete practical, realistic applications and create materials suitable for portfolio evaluation. The projects apply the skills developed in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Additionally, students will apply software and business competencies needed to succeed in the workplace, including critical thinking, analysis, problem solving, and information and resource management. Internet activities and web design are included wherever relevant so that students develop research and communication skills.

(Full Year – 10 Credits)
Tech Prep Course With Central Community College ACCOUNTING I Grades 10-12 Elective

Another term for accounting is bookkeeping. The difference between the two terms is simply that in accounting you learn to analyze (better understand) why you are doing certain steps. This is a class that would be beneficial to all students. They will learn how to keep financial records for a business and can apply the knowledge to your own personal records. It will provide them with a better understanding of the financial relationship between a customer (which could be them) and a business (which could be their’s). This is an introductory course to accounting for a service and merchandising business. The accounting cycles for a sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation are covered. Topics include: adjustments, payroll, careers, taxes, and financial statements. Filing personal income tax forms is also included. Some accounting will be done on the Internet.

(Full Year – 10 Credits)
Tech Prep Course With Central Community College ACCOUNTING II Grades 11-12 Elective

Prerequisite: Accounting I with a “C” average or better

This course is designed for those students pursuing a career in business. A review of general accounting principles and practices will be covered with an emphasis on advanced accounting principles such as: depreciation, notes, uncollectible accounts, and cost accounting. Students earning an “A” or “B” average can receive college credit through Central Community College. Some accounting will be done on the Internet.

(Semester – 5 Credits)
PERSONAL FINANCE I Grades 10-12 Elective

This course is designed to introduce the student to personal finance knowledge all persons need in their personal (and professional) lives. Topics to be covered include career decisions, consumer rights and responsibilities, money management, and financial security.

(Semester – 5 Credits)
PERSONAL FINANCE II Grades 10-12 Elective

This course will introduce the student to general personal finance knowledge affecting their personal and professional lives. It will include financial security, federal income tax, credit management, resource management (renting/purchasing vehicle/home), and risk management (insurance).

(Semester - 5 Credits)
MODERN TECHNOLOGY Grades 11-12 Elective

Prerequisite: Computer Applications I and II

This is an introductory course to modern technology we use in today’s world. This course includes working with iPods, Digital Video, making Podcasts, working with Dragon Naturally Speaking, and making videos. Students will create anything from videos, making podcasts for the school, learning to use Dragon Naturally Speaking so they won’t have to use the keyboard, and seeing what the iPod has to offer as a whole.

(Semester - 5 Credits)
WEB PAGE DESIGN Grades 11-12 Elective

Prerequisite: Must apply for the class Computer Applications I and II

This is an introductory course to web page design, FTP and image management. Raw HTML will be taught as well as fundamentals of sound web page design. Students will create their own personal websites that they will be able to upload to the Internet. Students will also be in charge of updating and changing the Scotus web site. Students will learn how to use basic FTP (File Transfer Protocol) to upload and download information from the Internet. Students will learn image management with Adobe Photoshop. This class is limited in size.