Syllabus
Amber Searles
Business Computer Applications
BCA
Sixth Grade
We will use the keyboarding software Type to Learn.
All students are expected to learn to type using the touch
method. This means focusing on learning where the alphabetic keys
are without looking at the keyboard. This takes time and practice.
Students are encouraged to practice at home if a computer is
available.
We will be using Microsoft Office 2007 Software for all of our
creative documents. We are not limited to the standards below, if
times permits we will cover more standards to better prepare
computer software skills.
KEYBOARDING MASTERYThe student will be able to:
Use correct fingering and proper techniques to key alphanumeric
information.
Use correct fingering and proper techniques to key numeric
information on a ten-key pad.
Use touch techniques to key information.
Use equipment and/or software capabilities to correct
errors.
Use correct procedures for storing and retrieving
information.
Demonstrate proper use of hardware and software.
SAFETY AND ETHICS
The student will be able to:
Identify major causes of work-related accidents in offices.
Describe the threats to a computer network, methods of avoiding
attacks, and options in dealing with virus attacks.
Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of computers and
networks.
Discuss issues surrounding information privacy (e.g., social
media)
BASIC COMPUTER CONCEPTS
The student will be able to:
Identify and explain the components of a computer system.
Categorize software according to function.
Define computer terminology.Demonstrate both cold and warm
boots.
MICROSOFT OFFICE WORD
The student will be able to:
Create word processing files/folders.
Save word processing files using Save and Save As.
Open word processing files/folders.
Print word processing files.
Create documents (e.g., reports).
Format documents (e.g., reports).
Edit documents (e.g., reports,).
Use cut, copy, and paste features.
Demonstrate the use of character formatting features (e.g.,
bold, underline, italics, font styles and sizes, superscript,
subscript).
Demonstrate the use of paragraph formatting features (e.g.,
tabs, indentations, line spacing, enumerated/bulleted items).
Demonstrate document editing using spell/grammar check,
thesaurus, and word count.
Insert, position, and resize graphics in a document.
PRESENTATION SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
The student will be able to:
Identify presentation software terminology.
Identify elements of a clear and concise presentation.
Identify procedures for planning and creating a presentation
(e.g., 6 x 6 rule, complementary graphics, contrast,
background).
Create new presentations from blanks and/or templates.
Insert, delete, edit, and copy slides.
Incorporate effective use of graphics, fonts, builds, animation,
and transitions.
Change the layout for one or more slides.
Deliver presentation in a professional manner.
EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
The student will be able to:
Identify positive work practices (appropriate dress code for the
workplace, personal grooming, punctuality, time management,
organization.)
Demonstrate positive personal skills (e.g., communication,
respect and teamwork.)
Rules and Procedues
a. Be in class every day
b. Be on time.
c. Come into the room quietly
d. Sit in assigned seat.
e. Log into the computer
f. Begin keyboarding software practice
g. Listen and follow further instructions as they are given
We will be using the Discipline Ladder.
Grading policy and scale
All students are expected to learn to type using the touch
method and to increase their speed and accuracy as the semester
progresses. This means focusing on learning where the alphabetic
keys are without looking at the keyboard. This takes time and
practice. Students are encouraged to practice at home if a computer
is available. We will use the keyboarding software available on the
school computers.
Tests
35%
Classwork/Daily grades/participation
30%
Quizzes
25%
Homework
10%
