INFORMATION PROCESSING 10 COURSE OUTLINE

Program Overview

In this three credit course, students will complete modules on word processing, spreadsheets, and hypermedia tools.

In the word processing unit, students develop basic skills in using commands and functions of Microsoft Word, including document editing, and the formatting and printing of reports, correspondence and tables suitable for personal use applications. In the spreadsheet unit, students have an opportunity to use basic functions and commands Microsoft Excel for general data manipulation and personal record keeping. Students will also develop basic skills in the use of PowerPoint tools to develop computerized presentations involving text, data, graphics, sound and animation.

Students may use the OpenOffice suite of programs if they do not have access to Microsoft Office. OpenOffice is available as a free download from Sun Microsystems.

Prerequisites

• Students are expected to possess the technical and equipment requirements basic to all courses in the Information Processing strand such as: file management, basic hardware and software operations, text entry and workstation routines.
• Students must have Microsoft Office or OpenOffice installed on their computer system.
  

General Expectations

• Students must complete their course with in the time limits specified by their instructor.
• Instructors will provide completion dates for assignments, quizzes, and exams on the calendar within each course. Since these dates reflect the time needed to complete each section of the course, it is critical that meet all deadlines. Students are required to contact their instructor regarding any changes to these deadlines. Assignments that are not submitted by the deadline will be assessed a mark of 0 (zero).
• Students that fail to meet their course deadlines, even for a short period, may be required to meet with the administration to discuss their progress.
• Students must maintain regular contact with their instructor via the communication tools provided in their course. A minimum of two contacts per week is expected.
• Revelation Online is a "virtual" school. Students are expected to participate in chat and discussion sessions designated by the instructor. Chat sessions will be posted on the course calendar.
• Technical issues will occur and are not an excuse for late or missing assignments. Students are expected to manage their time so that minor delays due to technical problems do not result in missing deadlines. Students are expected to contact Technical Support if they experience technical problems.

Technical Skills and Equipment Requirements

• Students must have internet access. A high speed connection, either ADSL or cable, is necessary in some courses.
• Skill in using a web browser to navigate the web to locate educational resources and download files.
• File management skills necessary to create directories, save files, and retrieve files.
• Ability to use email to send messages and attachments.
• A Java enabled browser, either Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape Communicator 6.0 or higher.
• Word processor such as Microsoft Office or OpenOffice.

Face-to-Face Requirements

• Students may be required to attend appointments with the school councilor if their progress becomes a problem.