Principles of Information Technology is a high school credit class that teaches computer knowledge and skills to be successful in “the real world”. Students will learn about computer coding, web & app design, multimedia, computer parts, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, Internet skills, exploration of IT careers, and much more. This class is hands-on.
This class is a full year (Fall and Spring).
High School Credit = 1 credit
Wired Earbuds or Headphones are required - Please do not bring expensive earbuds or headphones.
1st Quarter
Digital Citizenship
Introduction to Information Technology
Hardware /Software
File Management
Purchasing, Maintaining, and Troubleshooting
Computer Coding (Self-Paced)
2nd Quarter
Multimedia
Word-Processing Software - Microsoft Word
Computer Coding (Self-Paced)
3rd Quarter
Presentation Software - Microsoft PowerPoint
Spreadsheet Software - Microsoft Excel
Computer Coding (Self-Paced)
4th Quarter
Careers in IT
Web Design and App Design
Grading
Minor Summative = 40%
Major Summative = 60%
Fall Semester
Quarter 1 = 40%, Quarter 2 = 40% and Final Exam 20% =100%
The final exam is not subject for reassessment.
The final exam is taken on the last week of school.
Spring Semester
Quarter 3 = 40%, Quarter 4 = 40% and Final Exam 20% =100%
The final exam is not subject for reassessment.
The final exam is taken on the last week of school.