Introduction to Computer Applications

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (BN911)

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective

This course is intended to expose students to the use of the PC in personal life, to learn the responsibility of digital citizenship, and to become self-directed, lifelong learners and users of technology. Students will gain knowledge of a variety of software products which are utilized by consumers, and skills which can be transferred to business and school. Through hands-on experience, students will apply these software packages and concepts to solve personal and school-related problems through practice simulations and projects. Some of the software introduced in this course include word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, multimedia and desktop publishing packages. Units are strategically designed to support cross-curricular content such as reading comprehension, writing and mathematics. Additionally, the personal financial literacy graduation requirement is satisfied by this course.