Indiana Area Junior High School

Computer Applications
Business Department

Course Description:

This one-semester elective course is designed to introduce students to Windows environment. In addition, Microsoft Office professional (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and Microsoft Explorer will be incorporated. This course is open to all students who have successfully completed the Computerized Keyboarding course or have passed the Computer Applications Prerequisite Test. This course is recommended for all students. This course will serve as a (.5) credit for the graduation requirements for the computer technology credit.

Class Textbook and Materials:

Textbook: Microsoft® Office 2000, Introductory Concepts and Techniques, Shelly, Cashman, and Vermaat, Course Technology, 2000. These books will remain in the classroom.

Folders: You will need one pocket folder for your class materials and printouts.

Course Activities:

Standard of Evaluation:

Students will be graded on class work, assignments, and projects. The marking system for this course is based the IASD grading scale.

            4     A     93-100 Excellent
            3     B     85-92 Above Average
            2     C     77-84 Average
            1     D     69-76 Below Average
            0     F     Below 69 Failure

Computer Applications is a very useful skill. Students are expected to apply themselves daily to establish good work habits.  These good habits will contribute to learning to use the software with confidence.

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Last updated September 19, 2006