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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Course Syllabus
Prerequisite: Keyboarding at 35 WPM
Rationale
The purpose of Computer Applications is to build on the skills in computer operation that were learned in Keyboarding Applications. Basic computer concepts are learned in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point.
Objectives
1.Use and customize the capabilities of the operating system utilities to solve problems.
2.Access the Internet and learn to use the browse, search, and hyperlink capabilities of Web browsers.
3.Create, design, and produce professional documents using word processing software (Word).
4.Process, manipulate, and represent numeric data using spreadsheet software (Excel).
5.Design and create information and motivational slides using presentation software and images that contain hyperlinks, tables, clip art, and animation (Power Point).
6.Learn strategies for merging and integrating source data from different applications, using the commands for object linking and embedding
7.Plan, structure, and create databases for efficient data access and retrieval using database software (Access).
Grading
This course will follow the Tipton High School Grading Scale.
Grading Scale |
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96%-100% |
A |
90%-95% |
A- |
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87%-89% |
B+ |
83%-86% |
B |
80%-82% |
B- |
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77%-79% |
C+ |
73%-76% |
C |
70%-72% |
C- |
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67%-69% |
D+ |
63%-66% |
D |
60%-62% |
D- |
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Below 60% |
F |
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Grading Structure
- Student performance will be evaluated through assignments, exams, quizzes, and projects.
- Many times the work assigned will be completed in class.
- There will be a test after every chapter with the occasional quiz. Test & quizzes will be announced at least two days in advance.
Tardies
To get into class after the bell rings, the student will need a completed tardy pass in their handbook.
Absences
- Deadlines are very important in the business world, therefore, due dates will be strictly enforced. The teacher under abnormal circumstances may make special consideration.
- If you are absent on a test day or when homework is due, you are expected to comply with assignment the day you return to class.
- When you are absent, YOU are responsible for missed assignments. The time allowed to make up the work will be agreed upon between the student and the teacher.
- See school “Hand Book” for pre-arrangement policy.
Classroom Rules
- Each student will be prepared for class. Being prepared consists of having a pen or pencil and any assignment required for that day.
- Use all equipment with care and consideration. Please refrain from playing with any equipment not being used by your class. If equipment is misused you will receive a “0” for the day. A second offense will result with a meeting with the Principal.
- Dishonesty will not be tolerated. Any student who chooses to cheat will receive “0” credit for that assignment, the incident will be recorded.
- Each student will respect their peers and the teacher.