• The High School technology-based courses speak the language of communicating in a digital world from a business point-of-view.

     

    5163 Business Computer Applications

    (9 weeks, .5 credit)

    This class is strongly recommended for all college-bound students as it will assist them in passing college technology placement tests that many require for admission. Students begin by learning advanced word processing skills using MS Word. They will then learn to use higher-level spreadsheet and database design techniques using MS Excel and MS Access in order to solve problems, organize and calculate data, and make fact-based decisions. This is an excellent class for students to practice these important skills needed to succeed in college and their future careers.

    (9 weeks, .5 credit)

    This course centers on digital media including web page design and a variety of photo editing techniques. Students will learn a broad range of skills and techniques necessary to design and build a Web presence on the Internet. Design issues specific to web-based presentations will be discussed including the application of different graphics, colors, web page fonts, and the use of CSS formats. Effective web page layout and navigation techniques will be explored and applied while using current industry standard tools. This is a creative, hands-on course that all future business owners should consider.

    (9 weeks, .5 credit)

    Advanced Web Page Design takes students closer to the professional level of web design. Students will have the opportunity to create a fictitious freelance web design company and work with clients to discover, design and develop professional websites for their business, organization, or club.     In a hands-on, independent learning environment student will learn professional communication, interviewing and time-management skills as well as advanced problem.
    Prerequisite: Web Design, C or better.
     

    5668 College & Career Computer Skills

    (9 weeks, .5 credit)

    Taking this course will increase your efficiency using Microsoft Office products. Skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and keyboarding will ensure your success in high school, college and the workplace. The focus of the course is practical application and every day features of these software programs. Exciting projects integrate online research and web-based resources and allow you to express your creativity in both writing and design, in this dynamic hands-on course.