FCPS Instructional Services: Professional & Technical Studies

BUSINESS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Standard and Optional Course Descriptions
* Standard Program

*ACCOUNTING (632000)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 10-12
Credit: one

Students study basic accounting principles, concepts, and practices of the accounting cycle. Students learn fundamental accounting procedures using a manual and an electronic system. Analysis and interpretation of information is mastered through a variety of source documents, simulations, and computer activities. Topics include forms of ownership, the accounting cycle, payroll, and banking activities. Students may take this course in conjunction with Cooperative Office Education (COE).

*ADVANCED ACCOUNTING (632100)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 11-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Accounting (632000)
(Selected sites or transportation may be provided to Marshall Academy)

Students review accounting principles and procedures. Topics include corporate investments, notes payable and receivables, financial analysis, and cash flow statements. Students develop an understanding of career opportunities as they complete a career research activity. Students may take this course in conjunction with Cooperative Office Education (COE). For more information, contact the Marshall Academy web site.

Students completing Accounting (632000) and Advanced Accounting (632100) with a grade of "B" or better may be eligible to articulate three credits with Northern Virginia Community College.

*ADVANCED BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT 1
(613566)-nonIB or (613508)-IB

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 11-12
Credit: one
(Marshall Academy-transportation may be provided)

The Advanced Business and Management 1 course with an International Baccalaureate (IB) option is designed to provide a broad introduction to the basic principles and practices of businesses and other organizations, both profit-making and nonprofit in nature. Fundamental principles and skills are studied in local, national and international context, thus affording the opportunity to reflect the differences in perspectives and cultures. Instruction includes units in introduction to business, marketing, finance, accounting, and human resource management. For students attending base schools that have the IB program, this course may serve as an elective ("Sixth Subject") in the IB Diploma program or may be taken independently for an IB certificate. These IB students are required to take the IB exam, and the course carries a weighted credit of .5 on the student's GPA. Students attending base schools that do not have the IB program are not required to take the IB exam and will receive course credit only. Use course code (613508) if offered for IB credit. For more information, contact the Marshall Academy web site.

*ADVANCED BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT 2
(613567)-nonIB or (613509)-IB

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 11-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Advanced Business and Management 1
(613566)-nonIB or (613508)-IB
(Marshall Academy-transportation may be provided)

This course is the second segment of a two-year series with an IB option. It will continue and expand the curriculum of the first-year course and will require a written research project. The class is designed to promote the importance of exploring business issues from different cultural perspectives, to encourage a holistic view of the world of business, to enable the student to develop the capacity to think critically, and to enhance the student's ability to make decisions. Through the assessment of data from a variety of sources, students will identify social factors, cultural factors, and ethical considerations in the actions of organizations as well as examine the impact of the actions of organizations on the internal and external environment. For students attending base schools that have the IB program, this course may serve as an elective ("Sixth Subject") in the IB Diploma program or may be taken independently for an IB certificate. These IB students are required to take the IB exam, and the course carries a weighted credit of .5 on the student's GPA. Students attending base schools that do not have the IB program are not required to take the IB exam and will receive course credit only. Use course code (613509) if offered for IB credit. For more information, contact the Marshall Academy web site.

ADVANCED INFORMATION SYSTEMS (661300)
(Formerly Information Systems)

Business & Information Technology
Credit: one
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: Information Systems (661200) or equivalent skill/instructor approval

Advanced Information Systems provides students with opportunities to develop professional skills in a project-oriented approach through the use of Microsoft Office Professional. Students apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations. Instruction includes units in operating systems, networking and hardware principles, presentation tools, spreadsheets and charts, relational databases, technical writing and desktop publishing projects, and basic web publishing using Microsoft Office Professional. Students may take this course in conjunction with Cooperative Office Education (COE). Students completing Advanced Information Systems (661300) may articulate 3 credits to Northern Virginia Community College. Completion of this course may prepare students for the certification exam for Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS).

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY TOOLS - Middle School
(660932) - 18 weeks

Business and Information Technology- used only when the teacher of this course is endorsed in Business and Information Technology

The course emphasizes collaboration with peers and adults and the use of technology tools for outlining, flowcharting, webbing, and storyboarding. Assessment is based on the student's ability to demonstrate competencies in meeting the benchmarks under each standard. Students enhance their skills with tool software applications including word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and electronic research applications. The Advanced Technology Tools course is intended to serve as a bridge to the high school business department curriculum. http://www.fcps.edu/DIS/OMSI/technology/AdvTechTools.html

Code 660932 should be used only when the teacher of this course is endorsed in Business Education. In this case, the correct code must be used to be included in the Career and Technical Education Reporting Systems (CTERS) documentation and receive supplemental supply allocations.

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY TOOLS - Middle School
(980132) - 18 weeks

General Education- used when the teacher of this course is not endorsed in Business and Information Technology

BUSINESS LAW (613132)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 10-12
Credit: one-half

Business Law provides students with opportunities to study the Constitution as it relates to them, explore criminal and tort law as well as the court system, examine business crimes and contacts, focus on consumer rights and responsibilities, examine legal aspects of employment, research careers in law, and discuss the impact of laws on travelers and those living abroad. Students will have the opportunity to use the Internet for research and benefit from guest speakers.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (613532)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 10-12
Credit: one-half

Students study basic management concepts and leadership styles as they explore business ownership, planning, economics, international business and human relations issues such as employee motivation and conflict resolution. Students will develop a business plan for a real or simulated business.

*COOPERATIVE OFFICE EDUCATION (COE) (679920)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 11-12
Credits: one or two

COE combines an advanced business course with work experience in a business-related field that reflects the student’s current career interests. This course taken in conjunction with another business course could result in three units of credit. Students who successfully complete 396 hours of supervised on-the-job training in a related occupation will earn one credit. Students who successfully complete 720 hours of supervised on-the-job training in a related occupation will earn two credits.

*DATABASE DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT 1 (666027)
(Formerly Management Information Systems 1)

Business & Information Technology
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Information Systems (661200) or equivalent skill/instructor approval Credits: two
(Edison and Marshall Academies- transportation may be provided)

This is an advanced information technology class that provides complete, hands-on computer training in data modeling and database application software with an emphasis on Oracle 9i. Students will learn Microsoft Windows operating systems and networking as it relates to office applications and databases. Students will learn to implement, manage, and provide technical support for operating systems and applications studied. Students successfully completing this course will be eligible to take Oracle's Introduction to SQL (Structure Query Language) programming exam. Preparation for careers is a major component of this class. Student internship experiences are an option for this course. For more information, visit the Marshall or Edison Academy web sites.

(Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the Standard or Modified Standard diploma.)

*DATABASE DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT 2 (666127)
(Formerly Management Information Systems 2)

Business & Information Technology
Credits: two
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Management Information Systems 1 (666027), Computer Science (618400), or approval of instructor.
(Edison and Marshall Academies- transportation may be provided)

This advanced information technology class provides complete, hands-on computer training in JAVA programming and JAVA database applications. The second year of the Oracle Internet Academy, students learn the basics of object-oriented programming. The students implement web pages, web applications and databases, creating JAVA applets and programs. Students will learn to implement, manage, and provide technical support in a Microsoft Windows environment. Students successfully completing this course will be eligible to take the Sun Microsystem and Oracle JAVA programming exam. Preparation for careers is a major component of this class. Student internship experiences will be available for students who excel in this course. For more information, contact the Marshall or Edison Academy web sites.

DESKTOP/MULTIMEDIA PRESENTATIONS (663000)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 10-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Information Systems (661200) or equivalent skill/instructor approval

Student's computer skills are enhanced by the use of multimedia slideshow presentations, desktop publications, and web page creation. Units of instruction include desktop publishing with design and layout techniques using Adobe PageMaker; business presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint; multimedia applications including editing scanned images and capturing video; Internet research; and web page design with Microsoft FrontPage. Students may take this course in conjunction with Cooperative Office Education (COE). Completion of this course may prepare students for the certification exam for Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS).

FINANCE (612000)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one

Students explore many facets of financial decision-making involved in daily life. Skills in money management, record keeping, and banking are enhanced through the study of basic concepts of economics, insurance, credit, and other related topics. As a full-year offering, the course will also prepare students to plan, manage, and analyze the financial and monetary aspects and success of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations.

*INFORMATION SYSTEMS (661200)
(Formerly Computer Applications)

Business & Information Technology
Credit: one
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: Technology Tools (6150 or 9800) or equivalent skill/instructor approval

Keyboarding instruction will be a component of this course based on student need. Students manage computer systems; produce word processing documents; develop spreadsheets, databases, and multimedia presentations; and work with telecommunications and networks. Students integrate software applications while solving business problems using a cross-curricular approach. Students may take this course in conjunction with Cooperative Office Education (COE). Students completing Information Systems (661300) may articulate 3 credits to Northern Virginia Community College. Completion of this course may prepare students for the certification exam for Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS)

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN A GLOBAL SOCIETY (661266)-non IB or (661208)-IB

Grades 10- 12 Credit one

(Edison Academy- transportation may be provided)

Technology plays an increasingly important role in today's global society. In the Information Technology in a Global Society (ITGS) course, students experience first-hand what to expect in a 21st century world that will become increasingly interconnected in technology and the sharing of information. They learn to think critically about the role technology plays in the United States, as well as about its effect on nations and cultures all over the world. The impact and significance of the information age is explored in several social contexts including economic, political, cultural, legal, environmental, historical, ergonomic, and psychological.

For students attending base schools that have the IB program, this course may serve as an elective (â€œSixth Subjectâ€) in the IB Diploma program or may be taken independently for an IB certificate. These IB students are required to take the IB exam, and the course carries a weighted credit of .5 on the studentâ€™s GPA. Students attending base schools that do not have the IB program are not required to take the IB exam and will receive course credit only. Use course code (661208) if offered for IB credit. For more information, visit the Edison Academy web site at http://www.fcps.edu/EdisonAcademy/.

Students may take this course in conjunction with Cooperative Office Education (COE).

Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.

Students successfully completing this course in conjunction with another one credit business course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the Standard or Modified Standard diploma.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS (667000)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 9-10
Credit: one

Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals introduces the essential skills needed for students to pursue specialized programs leading to technical and professional careers and certifications in the IT industry. Students have an opportunity to investigate career opportunities in four major IT areas: Information Services and Support, Network Systems, Programming and Software Development, and Interactive Media.

*NETWORK ADMINISTRATION (665027)

Business & Information Technology
Grade: 11-12
Credits: two
Prerequisite: Information Systems (661200), Management Information Systems (666027), equivalent skill/instructor approval
(Chantilly, Edison & Marshall Academies - transportation may be provided)

Network Administration is a comprehensive, hands-on computer course in which students are taught basic networking skills using Microsoft Server 2000. Topics covered throughout the year include network concepts, installation, configuration, management, and troubleshooting. Upon successful completion of Network Administration, students may elect to obtain industry-recognized professional certification by taking the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) exams for Microsoft WindowsServer 2000, Microsoft Windows Professional 2000, and Microsoft Windows Directory Services. Student internship experiences are an option for this course. For more information, visit the Marshall, Chantilly, or Edison Academy web sites.

(Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the Standard or Modified Standard diploma.)

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION (662100)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 9-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Technology Tools (6150 or 9800) or equivalent skill/instructor approval

Keyboarding instruction will be a component of this course based on student need. Students acquire skills and knowledge of office routines such as preparing correspondence and business forms, managing electronic records and financial records, voice recognition, improving communication skills, business etiquette, and developing job-seeking techniques. Students may take this course in conjunction with Cooperative Office Education (COE).

*PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS (611500)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 9-10
Credit: one-half or one

Students study the American business system as part of our total economic environment and become skillful in selecting and using goods and services to manage their personal and business affairs. Topics covered are banking, insurance, financial management, credit, savings and investments, consumer decisions, labor and management relations, and usage of computers in business and industry. This course is an excellent introduction course for IB Business and Management.

* PROGRAMMING (664000)
(Formerly Business Computer Programming)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 10-12
Credit: one
Recommended: Keyboarding skills and Microsoft Windows knowledge

Students learn to write programs using the Microsoft Visual Basic programming language. Programs include decision and looping structures, graphics, sound, animation, and Microsoft Access databases. Students also learn to create web pages using HTML and JavaScript. Students may take this course in conjunction with Cooperative Office Education (COE).

TECHNOLOGY TOOLS - Middle School
(615030) - 9 weeks
(615031) - 12 weeks
(615032) - 18 weeks

The Technology Tools course will provide students with the skills necessary for proper keyboarding techniques, while utilizing the computer. Students will use these skills in software applications to complete cross-curricular activities.
Code 615030, 615031, 615032 should be used only when the teacher of this course is endorsed in Keyboarding or Business and Information Technology. In this case, the correct code must be used to be included in the Career and Technical Education Reporting Systems (CTERS) documentation and receive supplemental supply allocations. http://www.fcps.edu/DIS/OMSI/technology/techtools.htm

TECHNOLOGY TOOLS - Middle School
(980030) - 9 weeks
(980031) - 12 weeks
(980032) - 18 weeks

General Education- used when the teacher of this course is not endorsed in Business and Information Technology or Keyboarding

WEBPAGE DEVELOPMENT (663100)

Business & Information Technology
Grades: 10-12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Information Systems or equivalent skill/instructor approval

This course provides students the opportunity to develop and design sophisticated web pages comparable to sites used by organizations and businesses. In addition, students are provided with instruction in HTML, DHTML, scripting, popular editors, advanced design techniques, and website management.


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