West Boca Raton Community High School

Course Curriculum

Introduction to Information Technology - This is the Business Technology Core course that is taken prior to selecting program options. This course is designed to provide a basic overview of current business information systems and trends and to introduce students to the basics and foundations required for today's business environments. Emphasis is placed on developing proficiency with touch keyboarding and fundamental computer applications, so that they may be used as communication tools for enhancing personal and work safety proficiency in an information-based society. This also includes proficiency with computers using databases, spreadsheets, presentation applications, and the integration of these programs using software that meets industry standards.

Program Options:

Accounting: This program emphasizes double-entry bookkeeping; methods and principles of recording business transactions; the preparation of various documents used in recording income, expenses, acquisition of assets, incurrence of liabilities, and changes in equity; and the preparation and basic interpretation of financial statements. The course sequence is Accounting I & II.

Business Management Program: This program is designed to provide an introduction to business organization, management, and entrepreneurial principles. Topics include communication skills, various forms of business ownership and organizational structures, activities, business ethics, and cultural diversity. Emphasis is placed on job readiness and career development. The use of computers is an integral part of the program. The course sequence is Business and Entrepreneurial Principles and Legal Aspects of Business.

PC Support Program: This program stresses building, rearing and troubleshooting personal computers, in preparation for technical certification. The design and securing of a computer network systems is also incorporated. The course sequence is PC Support I and II. PC Support III and IV are also available for advanced training.

Web Design Program: This program provides training in HTML commands, page design and interactive web site development. It also prepares students to maintain and enhance the development of the school's web page. The course sequence is Web Design I and II. Web Design III is also available for advanced training.

Business Cooperative Education - OJT - This course is available to students who have completed or are enrolled in the Accounting, Business Management, PC Support Program. Students gain supervised on-the-job training in business occupations, along with career related instruction.

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