information technology
BMIT Tech Center
#5200 – 1 Semester or
#5200 and #5201 for 1 Year (2 Semesters)
This Class Can Be Repeated Each Semester/Year
GRADES 9-12
You choose the tech-related learning pathway that interests you! Programming, game development, computer networking, or Adobe graphic design tools are just a few options. There are an endless number of pathways to choose from so you can enroll in the Tech Center over and over again.
You will also learn how to provide tech assistance to other students in the school by troubleshooting and repairing Chromebooks while serving as a Help Desk Associate. Talk to your teacher about how to earn certifications and/or earn college credit through this class with a CLEP exam.
IT Essentials (5255).movTC IT Essentials
# 5255
1 SEMESTER | 1/2 CREDIT
TRANSCRIPTED CREDIT AVAILABLE
GRADES 9-12
Do you want to understand how a computer works by exploring its hardware and software? This course is perfect for those interesting in a career in information and technology. While this class is best for upperclassmen, it can be great for freshmen with computer experience and good study skills.
You will learn how computers are constructed, how to securely connect them to a network, how to install and configure software, how to troubleshoot errors, and how to solve security threats. In addition, this course can also help prepare you for the CompTIA A+ certification exam.
Keyboarding & Document Processing
#5010
1 SEMESTER | 1/2 CREDIT
GRADES 9-12
This course begins with learning learn the keys, but moves through learning how to format documents properly. Students will learn proper technique, develop keyboarding skill and accuracy, and become more productive by saving time by developing this important life skill.
The focus continue with business professionalism including email etiquette, resumes, cover letters, and more using Microsoft Word. Today everyone uses a computer and whether you are typing for school or on the job. Learn to be productive and efficient in your work with good keyboarding skills.
TC Microsoft Office
#5110
1 SEMESTER | 1/2 CREDIT
TRANSCRIPTED CREDIT AVAILABLE
GRADES 9-12
The business world runs and relies on people knowing how to effectively use spreadsheets, databases, and process documents. In Microsoft Office, students learn the essentials of word processing using Word, presentations using PowerPoint, spreadsheets using Excel, email in Outlook, and database management using Access. These software tools are must have know-how for tons of future jobs!
Excel & Access Expert
#5111
1 SEMESTER | 1/2 CREDIT
GRADES 9-12
Ninety-one percent of hiring managers consider certification as part of their hiring criteria and the number of job postings in the cloud computing industry is growing so rapidly that there aren't enough qualified workers available to fill the positions. Earn your Microsoft Certification, and be part of the solution. In high-growth industries, entry-level employees who hold a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification or Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification can earn up to $16,000 more, annually, than their peers. This class will prepare you to pass both the Excel and Access Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exams, demonstrating that you have the technical proficiency to be college and career ready!
Recommended Prerequisite: Microsoft Office or prior experience with Excel & Access
Word & PowerPoint Expert
#5112
1 SEMESTER | 1/2 CREDIT
GRADES 9-12
Ninety-one percent of hiring managers consider certification as part of their hiring criteria and the number of job postings in the cloud computing industry is growing so rapidly that there aren't enough qualified workers available to fill the positions. Earn your Microsoft Certification, and be part of the solution. In high-growth industries, entry-level employees who hold a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification or Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification can earn up to $16,000 more, annually, than their peers. This class will prepare you to pass both the Word and PowerPoint Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exams, demonstrating that you have the technical proficiencies to be college and career ready!
Recommended Prerequisite: Microsoft Office or prior experience with Word & PowerPoint
Professional design
& Publishing
& Publishing
#5114
1 SEMESTER | 1/2 CREDIT
GRADES 10-12
Students in this course will experience the challenge of creating exciting digital publications related to a business environment using Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe InDesign software. This course is an excellent opportunity to put creative energies toward completing real-world design projects.
Professional design & Publishing II
#5116
1 SEMESTER | 1/2 CREDIT
This Class Can Be Repeated Each Year
GRADES 10-12
Students (designers) will work with clients, gather requirements, create original designs, meet deadlines, and apply advance design skills learned in PDP I. This college and career ready course will help prepare designers for post-secondary work in graphic design and web/application development and provide the opportunity to pursue professional certifications in the Adobe Creative Suite of graphic design tools.
PREREQUISITE: Professional Design & Publishing or the BMIT Tech Center Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Pathways