Computer Curriculum

Introduction to Computers (810)

Prerequisite: None

The introductory computer course provides students with a general understanding of the fundamentals of computer vocabulary, particularly with respect to personal computer hardware and software. Students will gain an understanding of why computers are essential components in the business world and society in general, with a focus on the computer as a valuable productivity tool. Students will learn about the history of computers, computer components, how computers work, operating systems, applications, programming languages, databases, networking communications, the Internet, E-commerce, security, privacy, ethics, and careers in technology. The course also includes Project One of the Office XP Suite (Course One) software application that includes Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Power Point.

Desktop Publishing (839)

Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers (810)

This course will teach the students how to use desktop publishing software. This is the software that is used to print daily newspapers, magazines and much what we read today. Students will also work on the school yearbook. The course will cover the complete concepts and techniques in desk top publishing using Microsoft Publisher 2002, Adobe In-Design and Adobe Photoshop. Throughout all of these modules, the students will be designing and creating the school yearbook using online website that is hosted by Jostens Inc. Also, students complete projects in the Publisher, Photoshop and In-Design textbooks. This is a two semester course.

Web Design (847)

Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers (810) and/or Desktop Publishing (830)

This course will teach students how to use web page design software. Today all facets of society from news rooms to retail storefronts have associated websites. The total collection of these websites is what we call the Internet. Students will gain the knowledge to design, build and maintain individual web pages and entire websites in this course. The course will cover the complete concepts and in website design using Microsoft Front Page 2003 and Macromedia Dream weaver MX.