Business/Technology Department
Faculty Members:
John Hoch, Department Chair
Pat Hasek
The Business Technology Department courses are structured to assist the student in acquiring those abilities that will enable them to respond and perform in an informed way as a citizen, worker and consumer. The goals of the department are:
- That the students are aware of and are capable of using the computer as an effective means of communication and production.
- That the students acquire the skills, abilities, and knowledge so they can use them in making decisions in their personal business affairs.
- That the students are provided with occupational information to give them knowledge of the necessary skills and abilities needed in various occupations.
- That the students have the understanding of one's rights and responsibilities as citizens and consumers in our society.
1620 Computer Fundamentals - Grades 9, 10,11, & 12 - 0.5 credit (Elective)
This required course is an introduction to computer literacy, keyboarding and word processing. This course is normally taken during a student's first year. Students will learn keyboarding and word processing applications using Microsoft Office 2000. Students will be introduced to the Internet and E-mail. Basic spreadsheet concepts will also be taught. The curriculum covered in this course covers the core objectives set for the Microsoft Office User Certification (MOUS).
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1621 Computer Applications - Grades 10, 11, & 12 - 0.5 credit (Elective)
Prerequisite: Computer Fundamentals or test out.
This is a hands-on course in which students will learn advanced elements of Microsoft Office 2000 including advanced word processing applications, spreadsheets, data base applications and desktop publishing. Students will learn how to integrate the components of Office 2000 using technology and business applications. Using Microsoft Publisher, students will create newsletters, brochures, flyers and other documents while learning desktop publishing concepts. Students will explore e-commerce and other high tech careers via the Internet. The curriculum covered in this course covers the expert objectives set for the Microsoft Office User Certification (MOUS).
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1622 Accounting 1 - Grades 10, 11, & 12 - 0.5 credit (Elective)
This semester course will take the student through an entire accounting cycle using a corporate departmentalized business. While the course is technically oriented, it also serves the student who wishes to understand the interrelationship of all phases of a business concern. Students learn to identify and use common accounting terms that are used in daily business activities to interpret financial statements. This course will provide an opportunity to determine interest and aptitude in accounting as a career.
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1632 Economics - Grades 11 & 12 - 0.5 credit (Elective)
Grade 10 prerequisite: Introduction to Business and Personal Finance.
The course focus is on how we as individuals and as a nation are part of a global economy. Today, more than ever before, economics plays a vital role in society; trade and exchange reach every aspect of our lives through the choices we make in the marketplace. Relationships between nations are likely to revolve as much around economic matters as around everyday political affairs of state. With this in mind we recommend that any student interested in pursuing a college degree take this introductory course in Economics.
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1640 Introduction to Business & Personal Finance - Grades 9 & 10 - 0.5 credit (Required)
This course is designed primarily to help students make decisions in their interrelated roles as consumers, wage earners and citizens. The course teaches money management, banking concepts, savings and investing strategies, credit laws and usage, business careers, role of labor unions, and other personal finance and economic issues.
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1651 Business Law - Grades 11 & 12 - 0.5 credit (Elective)
This offering is designed to acquaint students with the basic legal principles relevant to each individual in his or her triple role of citizen, consumer, and employee. Content includes the origin of law, the legal systems, criminal and civil law, basic elements of contracts, product liability, bailments, and legal affairs affecting property such as ownership, transfer, landlords and tenants, wills and estates, and community property. The law is interpreted through examining the law and case studies.
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1652 Computer Graphics - Grades 10, 11, & 12 - 0.5 credit (Elective)
Prerequisite: Computer Fundamentals or test out.
Students will gain a basic knowledge of some of the computer and technology industry's foremost design tools. Incorporating Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, students will become familiar and competent with some of the most powerful, industry-standard illustration and image-editing tools available to professionals who want to produce sophisticated graphics for print, the Web, and other multimedia outlets.
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