2013 lhs course selection guide - Longview Independent School ...

TSData – TOUCH SYSTEM DATA ENTRY
Grade Placement: 9 – 10
½ credit
Touch system of data entry is the most important computer skill needed in this age of technology. Basic
keyboarding skills are acquired through correct techniques, drills for speed and accuracy, and application
of skills through construction of finished documents such as letters, memos, and reports. Students will
need to apply touch system data entry for production of business documents.
BIM1 – BUSINESS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT I
Grade Placement: 9 - 12
1 credit
Students will learn computer skills necessary to be successful in College or in a career. Students study
the computer technology necessary to process word documents, create spreadsheets, develop a
database, and use desktop publishing techniques to produce specific business documents. Students will
begin the class by learning and/or improving basic keyboarding techniques. In addition, students
exchange information via telecommunications technology and develop presentation management skills.
This course provides the computer skills all students will need in their college course work, as well as at
home or in a business career. Industry certification skills will be taught to lead to IC3 or MOS
certifications.
BIM2A – ADVANCED BUSINESS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT II
Grade Placement: 10 – 12
1 credit
Prerequisite: Business Information Management I
Students will apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create
complex word-processing documents, develop sophisticated spreadsheets using charts and graphs, and
make an electronic presentation using appropriate multimedia software. Students will be encouraged to
participate in UIL Computer Applications.
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