Computer Applications 1

Course Length: Semester

Course Credits: 0.5

Course Prerequisite: None

Instructors: Mr. Lee, Mrs. Lang, Ms. Jensen, Mr. Michel

Course Overview: During the first six weeks of the course, introduction of the computer keyboard and development of proper keyboarding technique will be emphasized. The remainder of the course will introduce students to word processing concepts and document formatting using Microsoft Word, basic spreadsheet applications using Microsoft Excel, and business presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.

Grading:

First Nine Weeks: All students will be graded on a pass/no pass basis for the first nine-week period. Students must demonstrate proper keyboarding techniques in order to pass. Students who watch the keys will receive a non-passing grade for the first nine weeks.

Second Nine Weeks: This grade will be a combination of production, timings, techniques and work habits, and tests. A handout specifying percentages will be distributed at the beginning of the second nine-week grading period. The permanent semester grade will be a letter grade.

Employability Assessment: Businesses desire employees who are punctual, have good attendance, and are able to work well independently. To encourage these behaviors every student will begin with an employability score of 100 points. Loss of points will occur as follows:

Deductions: Unexcused absence = 10 points

Unexcused tardy = 5 points (after first two tardies)

Off task or inappropriate behavior = up to 5 points daily

Your Classroom Responsibilities:

• Practice good keyboarding technique at all times
• Please keep food and beverages outside of the classroom at all times.
• Please remove your hat prior to entering the room
• Use the computer for classroom purposes only. Do not mistreat the equipment.
• Sit in your assigned seat each day and begin work immediately. Leave your work area clean and neat before leaving the room.
• Please show respect to your classmates and teacher in your words, behavior, and appearance.
• Complete and turn in your own work. Students found copying or turning in another student’s work as their own will receive an F for those assignments with no opportunity for makeup.