Senior High Courses
BE 30 Business for the 21st Century
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
This course provides students an opportunity to learn a variety of business skills through project-based, hands-on computer activities. Students will create real-life business projects and complete case studies, applying the fundamental business principles of accounting, marketing, business law, management and entrepreneurship. Students will also use Microsoft Office computer skills as they learn how to create spreadsheets, reports, and presentations.
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Survey of the most exciting areas of marketing such as public relations, advertising, product development, sales techniques, and e-commerce. Excellent foundation course for those considering a career in one of the marketing fields or who are interested in the Marketing Internship Program in 12th grade.
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Further development in the areas of marketing presented in Marketing I. Additional focus on international marketing, management, promotion, pricing, interpersonal skills, and customer service. Excellent foundation course for those interested in a career in a marketing field/business ownership or for those interested in the Marketing Internship Program in 12th grade.
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Want to gain work experience without leaving campus? Assist customers, operate cash register, set up displays, and learn retail procedures while working in the student store. Strongly recommended for students enrolling in Marketing. Teacher interview required.
BE 74 Marketing Internship (DECA)
Difficulty: Average 2 Sem. - 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Marketing, Student Store, or Principles and Practices of Economics recommended;
teacher interview required.
This course is designed to give the student classroom as well as on-the-job experience in the career fields of marketing, merchandising, and management. The student will attend a one-hour class daily and work an average of 15 hours per week on the job. Learn job skills, earn school credit (3 credits) and get paid. Being a member of DECA club is part of the class activities.
Difficulty: Average 2 Sem. - 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Keyboarding and Word Processing or computer related skills are recommended;
teacher interview required .
A work experience course that provides training in various business occupations. Students are in the COE class one period a day and spend at least 15 hours per week in an office, bank, public utility, or other related business, where they are paid and receive both high school credit (3 credits) and work-experience credit. Participation in the COE club is part of the class.
BE 77 Principles and Practices of Economics**
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Familiarizes the student with basic principles of economics, with an emphasis on capitalism and resource allocation. Included are the principles of financial management and career planning. Close attention is given to how small business owners operate their own enterprises in our economic environment. This course satisfies the Economics course requirement.
**This course satisfies the Economics course requirement.
Grades 10-12 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
This course is required for all other computer classes (or pass competency test)
Students will learn computer applications and concepts as they develop keyboarding/numeric keypad skills. Topics include effective use of an operating system, using multiple input devices, formatting Microsoft Word documents, and an introduction to voice recognition software.
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: CB 10 Computer Foundations
This is a hands-on course which prepares students to effectively use computer systems on a job or in college. Students will use word processing (Word), spreadsheets and charts (Excel), presentations (PowerPoint), graphics and Internet research skills. Efficient use of the computer will be emphasized with attention to the functions of operating systems and hardware components. Students will continue to develop inputting skills in keyboarding, voice recognition, and numeric keypad.
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: CB 02 Computer Essentials CB 10 Computer Foundations
This course is designed for students interested in a business career. Learn computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) necessary for successful employment.
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: CB 14
Apply advanced computer applications and learn project management software. Topics include business functions and management practices.
CB 16 Law and Business Ownership
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Be your own boss! Learn management practices and legal issues related to small businesses or large corporations.
CB 17 Banking and Investment Management
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Learn a step-by-step approach to financial planning and investing. Topics include designing a personal financial plan, selecting among various savings and investment options, finding and using investment information on companies and stock on-line, and using investment software and stock study tools. Start building your investment knowledge now.
CB 18 Desktop Publishing and Graphics
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: CB 10 Computer Foundations
This course combines the use of graphics, design, layout, and professional publication concepts to develop projects used in advertising. Students will create business and marketing documents such as flyers, newsletters, business forms, and brochures. Students will complete projects using the latest computer technology including desktop publishing software and graphics programs, digital cameras, scanners, and color printers.
CB 19 Accounting and Financial Analysis
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Introduction to computerized accounting used by businesses. Prepare accounting records, financial statements, and management reports. Strongly recommended if you plan to major in business or own a business.
Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: CB 10 Computer Foundations and CB 11 Computer Applications
In Web Page Design, students will learn how to create dynamic yet vibrant web destinations using Macromedia Dreamweaver MX and Fireworks MX. Students will have the ability to work in single environment to quickly create, build, and manage websites and Internet applications. Students will experience rapid web applications development utilizing extensive code-editing support. Topics will also include various design techniques to assist them in creating a more unique and interactive web experience.
CB 21 Advanced Web Page Design
Difficulty: High 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: CB 20 Web Page Design
In Web Page Design, Students will expand upon the previous class to discuss advanced issues in web production. The student will be exposed to marketing techniques commonly used on the World Wide Web. The students will be asked to construct a final project that will include the design and construction of small business web destination.
CB 31 Visual BASIC Programming I
Difficulty: Average - High 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: MA 27 with "C" or better
Visual BASIC is Microsoft's programming language for writing programs that interface with Windows platform. The student will learn programming language techniques and designs. In addition, simple graphics and animation are introduced. This is an exciting and popular BASIC programming language.
CB 32 Visual BASIC Programming II
Difficulty: High 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: CB 31 & MA 27, with "C" or better
This class is an extension of Visual BASIC Programming I. Students will compose complex projects using advanced coding. Projects may include graphics and sophisticated animation. Students will be introduced to simple game programming. This is a very creative class.
CB 44 Computer Maintenance and Repair Info Tech I
Difficulty: Average - High 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: Computer experience AND teacher approval
This is a very important course for students considering a career as a computer technician. Experience with hardware and software is a plus. Students will learn various operating systems and hardware installation and configuration, and how to diagnose, repair, and upgrade computer systems. The goal of this course is to help students learn the skills necessary to work on computer systems as well as the objectives needed to pass the national A+ certification exam. Internet access for this course curriculum is highly recommended.
CB 50 Computer Maintenance and Repair/Info Tech III
Difficulty: Average - High 1 Sem. - 1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: CB 44 and teacher approval
Students will repair, refurbish, and upgrade computer systems. In some cases students may be able to build systems from various donated computer components. Students are expected to have A+ knowledge as those concepts will be applied in this course. Students will continue to learn skills needed to pass the A+ certification exam.