Computer Courses

4055 Computer Applications - 0.5 cr (Semester Course)
Grade 9 Only

This semester course is designed to continue building on the computer skills acquired at the middle school level. The goal is to familiarize and reinforce student understanding of computer applications including file management, email etiquette, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation applications. Students will work with a variety of online applications, including Google Suites and Microsoft Office. Computer applications equip the student with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to use the software in daily life and occupational tasks. Students will also apply effective verbal and written communication techniques along with proper computer application strategies.

4057 Webpage Design - 0.5 cr (Semester Course)
Grades 10-12

This is a semester laboratory course designed for students who wish to explore current trends in website authoring using Adobe Dreamweaver CC. Students will learn to create professional-looking and dynamic websites. Topics include: developing a standards-compliant website; navigating website structure; creating CSS to control format and layout; building interactive forms; and utilizing behaviors, graphics, and multimedia to enhance web pages. An introduction to developing mobile websites with jQuery will also be explored.

4060 *HACC CIS 105 - 1.0 cr (Semester Course)
Introduction to Software for Business - HACC 3 credits
Prerequisite: Students must pass the HACC Reading and Writing Placement Tests; and be must be enrolled in HACC including course payment in full. Students may not audit the course.
Grades 11-12

This hands-on, project-oriented course provides a fundamental understanding of computer hardware and the responsibilities of an operating system. Emphasis is placed on the use of microcomputers and software applications including: Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Students must meet the same requirements as college students taking the course at HACC and are required to purchase the textbook/SIMnet access code ($125). Upon successful completion, students will receive 3 transferable HACC credits. Students may not audit the course. There is a per credit course fee (3 x $83.54 subject to change by HACC) and required textbook/SIMnet access code ($125).
* This is a high school weighted course (1.13).

5051 Argus (Yearbook) - 1.0 cr
Prerequisite: Advisor’s Recommendation and Approved Application Required. 
Completion or current enrollment in Photography (6025) is also suggested.
Grades 10-12

The purpose of this course is to prepare the high school yearbook, Argus. The entire yearbook is produced using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Through this course, students will develop desktop publishing and journalism skills. In addition, students will apply photography skills to produce a quality publication. The skills that students learn in this course can be easily transferred to other endeavors throughout their lifetime. This course is open to all high school students meeting two periods every day and after school when extra time is needed. This course demands responsibility, dependability, and reliability on the part of the student. Students must complete the 2025 Argus Staff Application and submit it to the Argus Advisor prior to TBD. Please see Mr. Bollinger or Mr. Lucas for more information.

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