Accounting 6320

Grade Levels: 9-12           Prerequisite: None

Students learn the basic principals, concepts, and practices of the accounting cycle. Students learn the fundamental accounting procedures using a manual and an electronical system.

                                           Credit: 1 unit
 

Advanced Accounting 6321

Grade Levels:  11-12          Prerequisite: Accounting (If taken as Independent Study must have a "B" or better)

This course is designed to allow you as a student to gain an in-depth knowledge of accounting procedures and techniques used to solve business problems and make financial decisions. Students use spreadsheet software to analyze and interpret business applications.

                                              Credit:  1 unit
 
 

Computer Information Systems 6612

Grade Levels: 10-12          Prerequisite: Digital Input Technologies

This course is designed to apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations through word processing, spreadsheet, database software, and through integrated activities. You will work individually and in groups to explore computer concepts and emerging technologies.  This course is dual enrolled with MECC and can have 3 college credits.  An Industry Certification exam is required for C and above students.

                                            Credit: 1 unit
 
 

Advanced Computer Information Systems 6613

Grade Levels: 11-12          Prerequisite: Computer Information Systems ("B" or better)

This course is designed to apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations through advanced integrated software applications and programming. Students work individually and in groups to explore telecommunications and advanced computer concepts. Students taking and passing the Certified MOS tests will earn 1-2 verified credits toward graduation.

                                            Credit: 1 unit

Design and Multimedia  6630

Grade Levels: 10,11,12         Prerequisite: Word Processing or test out

This course is designed to apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations through advanced integrated software applications and programming. Students work individually and in groups to explore telecommunications and advanced computer concepts. Students will work with Publisher, FrontPage, HTML, and Journalism (school newsletters).

                                           Credit: 1 unit

Advanced Design and Multimedia Presentations  6631

Grade Levels: 12            Prerequisite: Design

Students develop advanced skill and apply journalistic principles in design and layout of written and electronic publications.  This will include working with the yearbook during the fall semester for our school, with sophisticated hardware and software to develop advanced-level Web sites and with multimedia presentations.

                                            Credit:  1 unit

Digital Input Technologies   6161

Grade Levels:  9-10    Prerequisite:  some keyboarding experience 20+ WPM

Students develop or refine touch skills for entering alphabetic, numeric, and symbol information on a computer. Students will use digital imaging and audio devices, use speech recognition software, use digital pen skills, and use PDA's.

                                           Credit: 1 unit

Word Processing     6625

Grade Levels: 9-12          Prerequisite:  Must be able to keyboard at 20+ WPM

Students develop intermediate to advanced level work processing skills using a variety of software functions, including graphics and desktop publishing. Students gain competence integrating other applications such as database and spreadsheet into word processing activities. Classroom experiences also provide for skill development in written communication.

                                            Credit: 1 unit

Principals of Business and Marketing 6115

Grade Levels: 9-12          Prerequisite: None

Students explore the roles of business and marketing in the free enterprise system an the global economy. Students study how the American economy operates and prepare to make decisions as consumers, wage earners, and citizens.

                                          Credit: 1 unit

Business Management 6135

Grade Levels: 11-12          Prerequisite: Word Processing I or test out

Students study basic management concepts and leadership styles as they explore business functions, economics, international business, and human relations issues such as employee motivation and conflict resolution.  Student leadership skills may be enhanced by job shadowing experiences.

                                          Credit: 1 unit

Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals  6670

Grade Level:  9-10            Prerequisite:  Word Processing I

Students will be introduced to skills related to Internet fundamentals, network systems, computer maintenance/upgrading/troubleshooting, computer applications, programming, graphics, web page design, and interactive media in the basics of information technology.  Students explore ethical issues related to computers and Internet technology and develop teamwork and communication skills that will enhance their employability.

                                    Credit:  1 unit

Office Specialist II  (Yearbook)  6741   (Seniors only)

Students develop advanced skill and apply journalistic principles in design and layout of written and electronic publications.  This will include working with the yearbook  for our school.  Students will be required to fund-raise for the yearbook and sell ads to local businesses.

Grade Level:  12

                                    Credit:  1 unit

 

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