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Business & Technology

• Java - earn 3 credits or Advance Placement at more than 3,600 colleges
• Accounting II - earn 3 credits from Alvernia College (credits are transferable)
• Accounting II - earn 3 credits from Alvernia College (credits are transferable)
• HTML - earn 3 credits from Alvernia College (credits are transferable)
• Graphics Design II - earn 3 credits from Alvernia College (credits are transferable)

The faculty of the Business & Technology department recognizes our obligation to train competent young people, and we are aware of our responsibilities to educate the whole person to become economically literature, and understanding and appreciative of the functions of business in the American society.  Course offerings are evaluated and adjusted on a yearly basis in order to keep pace with the rapid developments being made in this highly automated world.  Business contacts provide input from experts in various fields of the business world.  This information is utilized in order to keep students aware of new developments and upcoming changes in the business world.

2009-2010 Courses

Accounting I (A), honors option

This course is designed to give students a basic knowledge of accounting to prepare them for college accounting as well as for personal use now and in the future.

Accounting II (H), dual credit option

Each student is expected to master the accounting cycle as applied to a corporation.  The students will deal with accounting procedures, sales returns, sales discounts, purchase returns, purchase discounts, retained earnings, etc.  The students will be exposed to Automated Accounting Software and Excel.

Accounting III (H), dual credit option

This course is designed for the advanced accounting student who intends to continue as n accounting major in college.  The student will utilize the computer to complete accounting problems.

Business Law (A)

Students will be taught the sources of today's law: criminal law, the law torts, the court system, and youth & the legal system.  Consumer law and business law fundamentals will be taught.  Guest lectures, mock trials, current events, and trials are a part of this class.

C++ Programming (H)

Prerequisite: Completion of Windows I.  Students with no previous programming experience learn how to plan and create well-structured programs.  By the end of this class, students will have created programs and games that can be used outside of school.  C++ is a powerful programming language used in the real world to create programs and games.  This class is highly encouraged for all students wishing to complete course work in computer science.

Visual Basic Programming (H)

Prerequisite: Completion of Windows I.  This course increases the student's overall understanding of computers by using Visual Basic to teach fundamental programming concepts.  By the end of this class, students will have created programs and games that can be used outside of school.  Visual Basic is a powerful programming language used in the real world to create programs (Word Office Suite) and games.  This class is highly encouraged for all students wishing to complete course work in computer science.

Economics (A)

This academic course provides a good start for everyone who plans a career in business.  The course will present a solid foundation about the economy of the United States.  Topics of discussion include supply & demand, price, business & labor, money & banking, stock markets, government influences on the economy, and global economics.

Flash (H)

This is a hands-on project based course that will provide students experience with Flash animation tools and methods for working in Flash.  Students will build on this knowledge by using Flash to create animations that can be published on the web or as stand-alone files.

Graphics Design I (A), dual credit option

This course is designed to give students exposure to Graphics Design as a career.  The students will be using Graphics software currently used in the graphics industry.  Throughout the year, student will create a portfolio that can be used for career and/or college entrance requirements.

Graphics Design II (A), dual credit option

This course teaches extensive use of Advanced Illustrator, Introduction to Photoshop, and Basic Flash.  student will develop and execute projects both individually and as a member of a team.

Web Design/HTML/Dreamweaver (H), dual credit option

Students will learn how to read and write HTML as well as construct web pages using HTML.  In addition, students will plan and develop well-designed web pages and effective use of of navigation, graphics, color, and typology with specific browsers in mind.  Students will also learn to use Dreamweaver to create web pages.

Java Programming (AP), college credit option

Students will learn how to create programs using one of the most widely used computer languages in the world.  This course starts with the basics of program design and continues having students write their own programs and create applications.

Marketing and Management (A)

This academic course provides students with information regarding product marketing and corporate management.  During the marketing phase of the class, students will develop a product, a marketing plan, and an advertising campaign for that product.

Mathematics for Financial Management (A)

The course provides a review of basic math skills.  This course emphasizes the personal and practical applications of mathematics now and in the future - helpful for everyone who spends as well as earns money

Windows I (A)

Prerequisite for all technology courses.  Required for graduation.  All incoming freshmen are required to take this course.  This course covers Microsoft Office - Beginning and Intermediate Word.  It will improve keying and speed as well as proofreading abilities.  Students learn Microsoft Word skills, reports, and MLA style.

Windows II (A)

This course covers Microsoft Office - Intermediate to Advanced Word, Advanced PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.  Student will work with special table features and utilized Desktop Publishing features.  Another portion of the class is instruction in database management utilizing Access.  Students will also use hyperlinks, charts, images, switchboards, and macros in forms.