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Computer Science Course Descriptions

Elementary (K-5)  -  Middle (6-8)  -  High (9-12)

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Elementary School (K-5)

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Middle School (6-8)

Title: 6th Grade Computer

Course #:  

Subject/s: Science and Technology
Grade/s: 06       Length: One Year       Credit: .33
Prerequisite: none
Description: This course will enable students to learn the basic functions of word processing and basic keyboarding skills. They will be able to use the tool bars to set up projects, check for errors, save, and print.

Title: 7th Grade Computer

Course #:  

Subject/s: Science and Technology
Grade/s: 07       Length: One year       Credit: .33
Prerequisite: none
Description: This course will enable students to continue to utilize word processing and keyboarding skills, as well as the internet. Students will also be introduced to Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Power Point, and E-mail.


 

High School (9-12)

Title: Keyboarding

Course #: 9560

Subject/s: Business, Science and Technology
Grade/s: 09, 10, 11, 12       Length: One Semester       Credit: .5
Prerequisite: none
Description: Keyboarding is taught directly at the personal computer. This course teaches proper alphabetic and numeric touch keyboarding skills. Keyboarding applications will include composing at the keyboard, personal and business letters, centering exercises, and term paper formatting. Introduction to Choices computer software is also included. This course is particularly recommended for college bound students as well as vocational and business students desiring computer-keyboarding skills.

Title: Introduction to Computer

Course #: 9570

Subject/s: Business, Science and Technology
Grade/s: 09, 10, 11, 12       Length: One Semester       Credit: .5
Prerequisite: none
Description: This basic course will provide students with the opportunity to develop the skills needed to utilize the technology available at the high school. Students will review how to use the computer network, application software available on the computers, and saving documents. Students will develop a working knowledge of career software, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and Internet browsers. THIS COURSE CANNOT BE SCHEDULED IF THE STUDENT HAS SUCCESSFULLY PASSED ONE OF THE FOLLOWING COURSES WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR HIGHER: KEYBOARDING, APPLIED COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY, ADVANCED COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY, OR ANY COMPUTER SCIENCE COURSES.

Title: Applied Computer Technology

Course #: 9550

Subject/s: Business, Science and Technology
Grade/s: 09, 10, 11, 12       Length: One Semester       Credit: .5
Prerequisite: Keyboarding
Description: Applied Computer Technology expands previous computer training such as keyboarding and information processing skills. Students will create documents with detailed formatting, data base files, spreadsheets, and presentation projects using current application software. Applied Computer Technology will prepare students for entry-level jobs and entry-level college courses.

Title: Programming in Visual Basic

Course #: 9470

Subject/s: Science and Technology, Mathematics
Grade/s: 09, 10, 11, 12       Length: One Semester       Credit: .5
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Description: This is an introductory course in computer programming. Students will be working with and designing windows using color, buttons, entry text boxes, and other features. Instructions will be entered into a project and the results will be seen when the program executes. Students will develop better problem solving and logical thinking skills by using decision and looping structures. Projects are designed to help the student gain confidence in the programming environment.

Title: Programming I

Course #: 0490

Subject/s: Science and Technology, Mathematics
Grade/s: 09, 10, 11, 12       Length: One Semester       Credit: .5
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Description: Students interested in developing computer programming skills are urged to register for this course. This course focuses on all aspects of a project life cycle for a typical programming assignment including: analysis, design, coding, and testing. The primary programming language will be Visual C++ (both console applications and some windows applications). The concept of variables and the use of logical thinking skills developed in Algebra I provide a foundation for writing computer programs.

Title: Web Page Development II

Course #: 1480

Subject/s: Science and Technology, Mathematics
Grade/s: 10, 11, 12       Length: One Semester       Credit: .5
Prerequisite: Web Page Development I and Visual Basic or Programming I
Description: This course builds upon the foundation learned in Web Design I. Students interested in advancing their web design skills and learning more about Web page and Web site design are encouraged to register for this class. Students are introduced to interactive databases and discussion groups, the concept of developing applets and writing scripting code to supplement their sites. Students must use a variety of debugging techniques to solve problems and find alternative solutions.

Title: Web Page Development I

Course #: 0480

Subject/s: Science and Technology, Mathematics
Grade/s: 10, 11, 12       Length: One Semester       Credit: .5
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Description: Students interested in learning about Web design, understanding the fundamental principles for creating Web pages, and practice creating Web sites should register for this course. The course introduces Web design concepts and skills, vocabulary, software applications, evaluation techniques, and related social and ethical issues. Students work on Web page and Web site design and development. Similar to Programming I, all project based assignments follow the typical project life cycle of Analysis, Design, Development, and Testing.

Title: Programming II

Course #: 1490

Subject/s: Science and Technology, Mathematics
Grade/s: 10, 11, 12       Length: One Semester       Credit: .5
Prerequisite: Algebra II and Programming I
Description: This course builds upon the foundation learned in Programming I. Students interested in advancing their programming skills and learning more about Visual C++ and other object oriented programming languages are encouraged to register for this course. Topics covered in this class include everything from Programming I and more advanced concepts such as class design, structures, constructors, recursion, exposure to the .NET framework, advanced functions, inheritance, and more. This course is designed to prepare students for college level computer classes and requires some self-motivation and independent learning by the students

Title: Advanced Computer Technology

Course #: 1550

Subject/s: Business, Science and Technology
Grade/s: 11, 12       Length: One Semester       Credit: .5
Prerequisite: Keyboarding
Description: Advanced Computer Technology is a software overview course. Students learn to create a variety of electronic communications using our most current software packages. Instructional units include (but are not limited to): desktop publishing (newsletters, letterhead, pamphlets, etc.), slide presentations (effective slide show content and technical preparation) and web page design. Student projects expand technical knowledge and develop creative design skills

Title: AP Computer Science A

Course #: 04AP

Subject/s: Science and Technology, Advanced Placement
Grade/s: 11,12       Length: One Year       Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: Algebra II, Prior/concurrent course in Programming in C++ I is highly recommended Prior/concurrent course in Programming in C++ I is highly recommended.
Description: This course is designed for students desiring advanced computer skills and who are interested in learning more about the programming language Java. Concepts such as data structures, classes, objects, inheritance, abstraction, polymorphism, and code reusability are studied. Hands-on laboratory work helps solidify each concept. Students must possess a strong knowledge of mathematics, logic, and problem solving. The course is designed to prepare students for college computer courses.

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