Technology Department 

Course Descriptions

Computers I (Grade 9) 8180

The course will review the skills needed for operating a computer system competently. Each student will have available a desktop computer workstation that is linked to the campus network, the Internet and shared printers.  Using Microsoft Office, the student will explore the functions of word processing and spreadsheet software. Efficient keyboarding technique and information literacy skills for retrieving and analyzing information will be covered. This course uses web-based assessment tools for customized student learning and feedback of competency.

Computers II (Grade 10) 8281, 8285, 8287

The course will focus on applying technology tools for research, problem solving, and communication, using multimedia presentations and desktop-published reports.  Students will develop intermediate level skills using software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and graphics presentation as well as explore the fundamentals of data base management. Students evaluate, integrate, and process information from a variety of electronic sources. This course uses web-based assessment tools for customized student learning and feedback of competency.