COURSE OUTLINES

DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide a basic overview of current business and information systems. Emphasis is placed on developing proficiency with touch keyboarding and fundamental word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications. Microsoft Office XP will be used to teach most of these applications. Multi-media will be integrated into all class projects. The student’s graduation requirement for a computer .

This course will also require the student to demonstrate competency in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics as specified in the Sunshine Standards.

BRIGHT FUTURE SCHOLARSHIPS: This course is an entry level career and technology course which can lead to a Bright Future Scholarship called Gold Seal. Please visit www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org for details!

BPA Membership: It is recommended that students in CCC join the co-curricular club, Business Professionals of American (BPA). Through membership in this business organization, students will develop valuable leadership, business, and professional skills. Additionally, the students will have the opportunity to earn scholarships and participate in regional, state, and national conferences. Membership in this organization looks excellent on college applications and resumes.

GRADING

Grades will be based on the scale below: 

     90-100 A
       80-89 B
       70-79 C
       60-69 D
         0-59 F
Incomplete I

Work completed in this course will be graded using a point system. To calculate grades, the number of points earned will be divided by the total number of points possible.

Grades will consist of the following:
    Daily Class Assignments
    Class Notebook
    Projects
    Tests/Quizzes
    Dress for Success Day

MATERIALS REQUIRED: The following materials should be brought to class daily.
--Folder with pockets and a place to attach notebook paper (This folder will be used for class notes, handouts, etc. and must be kept organized and up-to-date.)
--plastic protection pages
--reading material
--pencils, pens, disk

--Computer paper

--black or dark blue binder (1") for portfolio

Periodic materials checks will be done to ensure that all students are adequately prepared to complete the work assigned for the day.

DRESS FOR SUCCESS DAY: Students are required to DRESS FOR SUCCESS (professional business dress)the second Tuesday of each month.

ATTENDANCE: Standard school policy will apply.

TEST POLICY: Standard school policy will apply. Students will have the opportunity to make-up tests/quizzes after school each Wednesday.

HOMEWORK POLICY: Generally there will be no homework for this class because most of the assignments are completed with the computers in our lab. However, occasionally the students may have an assignment to be completed at home. In that event, the following rule applies: Homework assignments will not be accepted late without penalty (loss of points)--One day late, ½ credit deduction; two days late, no credit (ZERO). If absent from class Standard school policy will apply with regard to makeup time permitted. In the real world, people are fired from jobs for not meeting deadlines.

If it is past the deadline date or past the specified time permitted by school policy to make-up work, the work cannot be turned in for credit. You are given a daily agenda regarding class work so you can stay current with class assignments, notes, tests, etc. Additionally, assignments are posted on a weekly basis at www.schoolnotes.com. Check the web regularly. Meeting deadlines is one key to success in the classroom and on the job.

CHEATING: Obtaining information from any sources other than those prescribed by the teacher for the specific assignment is CHEATING. Some examples of cheating are.

--Having a cheat sheet
--Copying from someone else’s paper during a test or homework
--Using a cell phone during a test
--Talking during a test
--Plagiarism

A student giving information will be considered as guilty of cheating as the student who receives the information.


If a student is found to be cheating, the parent will be notified and the student will receive a ZERO for the assignment, test, etc. and a referral.

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT: Standard School Policy regarding behavior and dress code as described in the Code of Conduct Book will apply. In addition, the following rules have been developed to ensure a successful learning environment.

Respect and professional behavior toward teacher and classmates must be displayed at all times. Positive attitudes are extremely important for success on the job, promotions, raises, etc. The classroom is a training ground for the way you will behave on the job. Treat others as you would like to be treated.

Come to class prepared (folder, pen, pencil, etc.). No visits to lockers for any reason. You cannot show up for work, and then ask your manager to go home for something.

NO IPODS, MP3 players, head phones, cell phones ETC are to be used in class.

Cells phone are to remain off and in a students backpack or purse.

Students must sit in the assigned seat the entire period.

Passes are limited to 2 per grading period.

Due to the importance of our curriculum, students will not be permitted to play computer games, surf the web, visit chat rooms, or check personal e-mail. If time permits, students may utilize the FCAT practice tutorial on the computer to prep for this exam. Extra credit assignments will always be available. Unauthorized use of the computer is when a student uses the computer for anything other than the assigned class work. The student will receive a ZERO for each occurrence.

Due to the expensive equipment in the classroom, absolutely NO EATING AND DRINKING is permitted.

To keep our classroom LOOKING GOOD, please leave your work area extremely neat before leaving class. If you see something that needs cleaned-up—do it!! This attitude shows initiative, and is exactly what employers are looking for in good employees. Those with initiative get the promotions and the raises. An “it’s not mine” or “I didn’t do it” attitude is unacceptable.

Take care of the computers as if your life depends on it. Under no circumstances are you permitted to download programs, delete programs, or change the settings. Do not abuse, write on, disconnect, etc. the computers. Moving a mouse or keyboards to a different machine is not permitted. Failure to comply with this request will result in a REFERRAL.

Remain in your seat until the bell;I will dismiss class when all students are sitting quietly and the classroom is in order.

Combing hair, putting on make-up, or perfume in class is unprofessional and not permitted in class. These activities should be done in the restrooms.