KEYBOARDING/MICROSOFT WORD No. 7503

Semester/Full Time
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit .5

Students will use several software packages in a networked classroom environment to learn the keyboard.   Students will master the keyboard by the TOUCH system while using correct keyboarding techniques.  Students will apply their skill to produce word processing documents using Microsoft Word.  Reports, term papers, letters, tables, and outlines have never been easier!  Proofreading, composing, technique refinement, and skill development are important aspects of this course.  Keyboarding--Don't Leave NA without it!
Criteria for Selection - None

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 WINDOWS APPLICATIONS 1 No. 7406

Semester/Full Time
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit .5

This is a hands-on course in which students will use Microsoft Office XP and the Windows operating environment. Online practice exams are used to prepare for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification for Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

The course will include four components of the Microsoft Office XP suite.

• Word — Students will become proficient in completing basic and advanced applications in Word such as document formatting, tabs, tables, graphics, research papers, and basic web integration.
• Excel — This "number crunching" package will be used as a tool to create spreadsheets and graphs to analyze and solve business-related applications.
• Access — This database package will be used to create, maintain, and manipulate large data files.
• PowerPoint — The basics of using PowerPoint will be included to enable students to create presentation slides combining text, charts, drawings, and clip art.

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WINDOWS APPLICATIONS 1 No. 7407

Full Year/Part Time
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit .5

This part-time course meets the needs of students who want to obtain computer skills but have a full schedule or want to back it against Physical Education or Science labs.   (See above for course description.)  Keyboarding is a pre-requisite for this course.  However, if you have not taken Keyboarding, you MUST do so during the first semester while concurrently taking this full year/part time course.  This is an excellent way to master those much needed computer skills!
Criteria for Selection - "C" or better in Keyboarding (7503) or enrollment in Keyboarding/Semester 1

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WINDOWS APPLICATIONS 2 No. 7410

Semester/Full Time
Grades 10, 11, 12 Credit .5

If you enjoyed Windows Applications 1 and want to take your skills to a higher level, then this is the course for you.  Microsoft Office XP software will be used. Online practice exams are used to prepare for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification for Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.  Additional software packages, such as Publisher and Front Page will be explored.

Upon demonstrated proficiency, students will be provided the opportunity to complete the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification exams.

In this course you will:

• Complete more advanced applications in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
• Use Microsoft Publisher to create professional-looking desktop publishing documents such as announcements, brochures, newsletter, and flyers.
• Create basic web pages using Microsoft Front Page.

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WEB PAGE DESIGN No. 7908

Semester/Full Time
Grades 11/12 Credit .5

This semester course will provide you with the knowledge and experience that will unleash the power of the Internet and give you the "edge" in whatever career you choose to pursue.  With a strong emphasis on HTML coding and Design Concepts, you will be able to produce eye pleasing, content rich web sites.  HTML — the language of the Internet is the first step in becoming a professional web designer.  Additionally, an in-depth knowledge of the resources available via the Internet will give you the skills that you will need now and in the future.  Other topics covered include:

• Basic HTML coding.
• Advanced HTML coding (Tables, Frames, Forms and Cascading Style Sheets).
• Design considerations.
• Understanding the "behind the scenes" working of the Internet.
• Keeping current on topics of importance through Newsgroups and Mailing Lists.
• Manipulating images, sounds and video to include in a web page.
• Adding cut and paste java scripts and java programs to a web page.

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