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Major Concepts/Content: Computer Application I: Cyber Café is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to expand technology knowledge and apply various technology applications. This course will equip the student with the necessary technology tools for personal use, employment and advanced education.
Major Instructional Activities: The Cyber Café offers a full menu of application modules with core requirements for word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation software and information literacy skills. After completion of the required core modules, based upon interest or need, a student may select any of the other modules. Students will have the opportunity to test out of any core module. Instruction will be provided in a lab utilizing individualized instruction and electronic learning services.
Essential Objectives: Upon completion of the course, students should be able to Select the appropriate application program for a problem. Use database management software to demonstrate an understanding of database design, creation, data input, data manipulation (search/sort/query), data editing, and report production. Use spreadsheet software to demonstrate an understanding of spreadsheet design (including "what-if" questions), formula development, editing, formatting, and printing procedures. Create charts and graphs using spreadsheet data. Analyze and evaluate solutions. Integrate various applications such as spreadsheets, databases, and graphics and word processing documents, etc. Use software to design, create, import data/graphics, edit, format, sequence, and produce a variety of applications. Maintain files appropriately. Demonstrate an understanding of security and risks. Demonstrate use of a scanner, digital device, and other hardware tools. Demonstrate use of wireless and other innovative devices. Demonstrate use of imaging software. Demonstrate basic knowledge of operating systems. Demonstrate information literacy skills. Understand the concepts of ethical issues as related to information systems (e.g. privacy, property, and access).
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