TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS DEPARTMENT
TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS DEPARTMENT
The mission of the Central Catholic Technology/Business Department is to build a solid foundation in technology skills and business principles that will prepare the student for post secondary study, entry-level business careers, or general knowledge in adherence with the mission of Central Catholic High School. Students are required to take at least one semester (0.5 credit) from our technology department to graduate. Students come to Central Catholic High School with a variety of experiences and education in technology. For this reason, Central Catholic High School provides two options for students to earn their technology credit:
1. Introduction to Computer Science
2. AP Computer Science Principles
Grade Level: 9-12
Credit: 0.5
This semester course meets the technology requirement for all students. The course focuses on problem solving techniques, programming methodologies, software design processes, features of JavaScript programming language, simple data structures, algorithms, and responsible use of computer systems. Students will be able to interpret existing programs, their design, and their development.
Credit Status: Requirement
Grade Level: 9-12
Credit: 1.0
AP Computer Science Principles offers a multidisciplinary approach to teaching the underlying principles of computation. The course will introduce students to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cyber security concerns, and computing impacts. AP Computer Science Principles also gives students the opportunity to use current technologies to create computational artifacts for both self-expression and problem solving. Together, these aspects of the course make up a rigorous and rich curriculum that aims to broaden participation in computer science.
Credit Status: Elective
This class may be taken to meet the requirement for Introduction to Computer Science
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra I, application
Grade Level: 10-12
Credit: 0.5
Understanding and managing personal finances are key to one’s future financial success. This one-semester course is based on Personal Finance competencies and presents essential knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about real world financial issues. Students will learn how choices influence occupational options and future earning potential. Students will also learn to apply decision-making skills to evaluate career choices and set personal goals. The course content is designed to help the learner make wise spending, saving, and credit decisions and to make effective use of income to achieve personal financial success.
Credit Status: Elective
Grade Level: 10-12
Credit: 0.5
This course will convey ideas and theories around personal and corporate branding, encouraging students to assess themselves, their social media, and their actions, and make them more aware of the branding around them. They will develop ideas and plans for their brand. Students will read articles and view videos to stimulate discussions on corporate and personal branding. They will further develop their brand and leadership style in a globally connected world. Finally, the student will understand their branding and how they may want to set it as they evolve and grow into adulthood.
Credit Status: Elective