BCIS (Business Computer Information Systems) Course Information


Mrs. Tess Bollinger, tbollinger@misd.org
Mrs. Chris Disser, cdisser@misd.org
Mr. Wayne Schwarz, wschwarz@misd.org


INTRODUCTION

BCIS I is a one-year/one-credit INTRODUCTORY computer application course offered for students in grades 9-12. By enrolling in BCIS I, you will obtain a variety of "marketable" skills used in the business world.
During this term, students will develop proficiency skills in the following applications:

*Windows XP(Operating System) *Macromedia Dreamweaver
*MS Word (Word Processing) *MS Outlook
*MS Excel (Spreadsheet and Charts) *MS Publisher
*MS Access (Database) *Internet Explorer (Internet/Telecommunications)
*MS PowerPoint (Graphic Presentation)

EVALUATION - A variety of methods will be used to evaluate your knowledge of the computer, which include:

• Assignments (daily grade) 30%
• Objective/skills performance tests (major grade) 70%
• Projects (major grade) 70%

MAKE UP WORK - If you are absent, it is necessary to attend a make-up lab in order to complete the work assigned. Make-up lab hours will be Monday-Friday from 6:45-7:15 a.m. and after school from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Make up times must be scheduled with your instructor.

COMPUTER LAB RULES AND REGULATIONS - Any malicious attempt to harm or destroy equipment, materials, or data is prohibited. All rules and regulations in the District Policy and student handbook will be strictly enforced in the computer labs.

 The Internet will be used for classroom purpose only.
 Non-authorized students are not permitted in the lab.
 Unauthorized duplication or use of licensed software is not permitted on the computers in the lab.
 Game playing is not allowed during class time.
 Candy, gum, food, and drinks are not allowed in the lab.
 No e-mail, no instant messaging, no blogging, no chatting
 No personal grooming activities will be allowed at computer stations.
 The student is responsible for any work missed due to absences. A grade of zero will be given any assignment not made up.
 Forgery or attempted forgery of work is prohibited. Attempts to read, delete, copy or modify work of another student will be punished according to the student handbook.
 Students will leave their computer station daily with “desktop” displayed on monitor and textbook closed and placed on stand.
 Absolutely no materials should leave the classroom without written permission from the teacher

Each time I enter the computer lab, I will inspect my system for the following:
 Mouse is intact
 Keyboard with keys in correct positions
 Overall appearance of system
 Speakers
 Desktop Wallpaper

If the above items are missing or damaged in any way, I will report this to the teacher immediately at the beginning of the period. By reporting, I will not be held accountable for the expense of the items.

To Parents/Guardians: During this term your child will learn a variety of computer applications that will benefit him/her in the future. Please read the course information above, sign signature space, write your e-mail address, and return as soon as possible. I am looking forward to meeting you at the scheduled “Meet the Teacher”/ Open House on Monday, September 11, 2006 at 6:30 PM.

I have read and agree to the rules and regulations listed above.

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Student Signature Student Printed Name
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Parent Signature Parent Email Address