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07010 Career Planning
07010 Career Planning
Grade Level: 9
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: Career Planning is a required course for 9th-grade students. Over the course of the semester, students will work with topics that help them identify who they are, what they are interested in doing, and the potential paths available to getting there. By the end of the semester, students should have the resources needed to start planning their paths to their future.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Self-Investigation and Awareness
Career Research
Post-Secondary and Job Readiness Skills
State Course: 22151A000, Career Exploration
AC07400 AC Computer Applications Articulated (RVC) Weighted
AC07400 AC Computer Applications Articulated (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 9-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: Computer Applications is orientation-level course designed to develop problem-solving skills to hands-on, real-life situations using a variety of software applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, database management and presentation software.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
State Course: 10004A001, Computer Concepts & Software Applications
Articulated Credit Information:
College: Rock Valley College
Course: CIS 102 - Intro to Computer & Software Systems
Follow-up Course: Successful completion of 3 credits of any Computer Information Systems, Personal Computer Tech, or Web Programming courses
07300 Introduction to Business 1
07300 Introduction to Business 1
Grade Level: 9-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: This class is designed to give students an orientation-level overview of all aspects of the field of business and the courses in our business department. Through individual and group projects, students will work with technology to develop their ideas on the topics being covered, many of which will result in class presentations. Class topics will range from basic economics, marketing strategies, accounting, business management, ethics, and web development.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Marketing Overview (including advertising, promotion, and selling)
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Economics and Accounting
State Course: 12001A001, Business and Technology Concepts
07330 Business 2
07330 Business 2
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: Introduction to Business 1
Description: This course allows students to get a deeper understanding of topics introduced in Business 1. Through many hands-on activities and projects, students will continue to develop their business knowledge, laying a foundation for further study in business. Students will frequently work in groups and present concepts to the class.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
The 4 Ps
Target Markets
Promotional Techniques
Communication/Presentation Skills
State Course: 12001A001, Business and Technology Concepts
07220 Marketing
07220 Marketing
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: Introduction to Business 2
Description: Marketing is designed for students who are serious about potentially pursuing careers in the fields of business and marketing. This course is a lab in which students are responsible for running the school store during their lunch period. Students will further develop and implement topics learned in their Business 1 and 2 courses.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Pricing
Customer Service
Promotional Activities
Bookkeeping and Buying
State Course: 12164A001, Product-Oriented Marketing
07600 Information & Software Systems 1
07600 Information & Software Systems 1
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: .5
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Description: This one-semester course is taken after Computer Applications. It is a continuation of the more advanced skills found in Microsoft Office programs. The class will prepare and test to obtain multiple real-world certifications as a Microsoft Office Specialist.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Microsoft Word-Advanced
Microsoft Excel-Advanced
Microsoft PowerPoint
State Course: 10152A001, Computer Operations and Programming I
07620 Information & Software Systems 2
07620 Information & Software Systems 2
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: Information & Software Systems 1
Description: This one-semester course is a continuation of Information Systems & Software 1. Students will continue learning advanced Microsoft Office skills. The class will prepare and test to obtain additional certifications as a Microsoft Office Specialist. Students may also work in Adobe software.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Microsoft Word-Advanced
Microsoft Excel-Advanced
Microsoft PowerPoint-Advanced
Microsoft Access
State Course: 10152A001, Computer Operations and Programming I
07640 Advanced Information and Software Systems 3
07640 Advanced Information and Software Systems 3
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: .5
Prerequisite: Information and Software Systems 2
Description: Information and Software Systems 3 is for all students and builds on the information covered in Information and Software 2. A course portfolio is required, and teachers will work with students to develop specific course goals aligned with students’ career and educational goals. The course is designed to increase students’ opportunities to succeed in the workplace after graduation or to continue their education at a community college or university. Students completing the course may elect to sit for the Microsoft Office Word Specialist Certification.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Formatting documents and using clip art
Manage long documents
State Course: 10152A002, Computer Operations and Programming II
07660 Advanced Information and Software Systems 4
07660 Advanced Information and Software Systems 4
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: .5
Prerequisite: Information and Software Systems 3
Description: Information and Software Systems 4 is for all students. Students will create the decision-making functions, analyze worksheets, and create and work with interactive Web documents. A course portfolio will be created, and teachers will work with students to develop specific course goals aligned with students’ career and educational goals. The course is designed to increase students’ opportunities to succeed in the workplace after graduation or to continue their education at a community college or university. Students completing the course may elect to sit for the Microsoft Office Specialist PowerPoint and Excel Certification.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Advanced work in PowerPoint
Intermediate and advanced work in Excel
State Course: 10152A002, Computer Operations and Programming II
07280 Consumer Education
07280 Consumer Education
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: This class fulfills the State of Illinois Consumer Education requirement for graduation. It is designed to help students better understand the marketplace by studying consumer rights, checking accounts, the banking system, budgeting, insurance, credit, real estate, consumer fraud, income tax, and investing.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Saving & Investing
Income Tax & Insurance
Credit & Banking
State Course: 22210A000, Consumer Economics/Personal Finance
DC07350 DC Sales and Customer Relations Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
DC07350 DC Sales and Customer Relations Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: Salesmanship is a course recommended for any student interested in learning the art of selling. The most important thing to sell is you - in an interview, on the job, to the public, and, of course, in a sales field. Through various projects, students will learn the process of selling and the psychology behind it.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
The Seven Steps of the Sale
Feature-Benefit Selling
Closing the Sale
State Course: 12164A001, Product Oriented Marketing
Dual Credit Information:
College: Rock Valley College
Course: MKT 288 - Customer Relations
07480 Digital Media Development
07480 Digital Media Development
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Description: This one-semester course is designed to teach students how to create professional Multimedia documents. The topics include using fonts and clip art effectively and arranging text and graphics on the page. Examples of documents include: letters, brochures, business cards, flyers, posters, greeting cards, banners, newsletters, booklets, presentations, and reports. Students will compile a digital portfolio for future employers or college admissions offices.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Learning how to use Digital Design Software (Adobe Illustrator and InDesign)
Layout and Design
Multimedia Portfolio
State Course: 10201A002, Web Page and Interactive Media Development II
0750 Beginning Accounting
0750 Beginning Accounting
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 1.0
Prerequisite: None
Description: Students will develop basic principles and practices of accounting with an emphasis on the financial records of sole proprietorship businesses. Daily transactions, specialized journals, financial statements, and financial statement analysis are included.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Classify and record transactions.
Complete and analyze financial statements.
State Course: 12104A001, Accounting I
0752 Advanced Accounting
0752 Advanced Accounting
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 1.0
Prerequisite: Beginning Accounting
Description: This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing accounting coursework in college. Students will encounter advanced accounting concepts, including the recording of departmental transactions. The curriculum also includes inventory planning, accounting for uncollectible accounts, plant assets, and other advanced topics.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Recording of departmental transactions
Recording of higher-level accounting adjustments and valuations
State Course: 12104A002, Accounting II
0754 Web Development
0754 Web Development
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 1.0
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Description: This year-long course is designed for students interested in learning how to design and develop Websites. The course also explores many of Adobe’s Creative Cloud products, such as Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Animate. The course may include Game Design.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Web design with HTML & Dreamweaver
Photoshop
Animate
State Course: 10201A001, Web Page and Interactive Media Development I
07560 Web Development 2
07560 Web Development 2
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: Web Development
Description: This one-semester course further explores Web Design and Adobe Creative Cloud products. Students will also use programs to develop video projects.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Web design
Adobe CC
State Course: 10201A002, Web Page and Interactive Media Development II
AC3757 AC Introduction to Networking and Coding Articulated (RVC) Weighted
AC3757 AC Introduction to Networking and Coding Articulated (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 10-12 '
Credits Earned: 1
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Note: To receive Articulated Credit, students need to complete AC Computer Applications before enrollment in this course.
Description: This course will provide an introduction to computer concepts, principles, and terminology. Several hands-on computer experiences will be provided, and students will learn some basic skills necessary to develop code and mobile apps. This course will also teach the student how to install new machines in a stand-alone or networked environment.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Overview of PC hardware and software.
Preventative maintenance and system care.
Tools, safety procedures, and troubleshooting techniques.
Assembling and disassembling a PC.
System configuration, system resources, and conflicts
Disk drives and drive interfaces.
State Course: 10102A001 Computer Networking 1
Articulated Credit Information:
College: Rock Valley College
Course: PCT 262 - A+ Essentials
Follow-up Course: PCT 110 Network Essentials or PCT 270 - Introduction to Unix/Linux (DC Advanced Computer Networking)
DC3758 DC Advanced Computer Networking Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
DC3758 DC Advanced Computer Networking Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 11-12 '
Credits Earned: 1
Prerequisite: Introduction to Networking and Coding
Description: Advanced Computer Networking will provide an introduction to local area networks (LANs) and teach features of Windows and Linux operating systems. Students will learn troubleshooting strategies while they install a local area network.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Installation and management of a local area network
Unix/Linux operating systems
Functions of a multi-user operating system
File system structure
Shell programming
State Course: 10102A002 Computer Networking 2
Dual Credit Information:
College: Rock Valley College
Courses: PCT 110 - Network Essentials
PCT 270 - Introduction to Unix/Linux
DC07320 DC Supply Chain Logistics Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
DC07320 DC Supply Chain Logistics Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: Business 2 - (Could be taken as a co-requisite)
Description: Supply Chain Logistics introduces the fundamentals of Supply Chain Management (SCM) and the automation necessary to improve business efficiency. Fundamentals explored in this course include inventory management, forecasting and planning, sourcing, product design and development, delivery, performance data and analysis, and supply chain coordination. (NOTE: This course is taught at RVC's Advanced Technology Center. Students will attend class on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.)
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Managing inventory
Sourcing products
Forecasting
State Course: 20152A001 Warehouse Operations I
DC07340 DC Principles of Management Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
DC07340 DC Principles of Management Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: Business 2
Description: Principles of Management introduces the basic management functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling, which apply to management in all organizations.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Developing a strategic plan
Creating an organizational chart
Leadership skills
State Course: 12055A002 Business Principles and Management
Dual Credit Information:
College: Rock Valley College
Course: MGT 270 - Principles of Management
09830 Work-Based Learning
09830 Work-Based Learning
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: Work-Based Learning courses allow students to earn high school credit for work experience in fields related to their career interests. Students will need to meet once a week with their high school teacher and secure a job or internship that results in 60 hours of workplace experience during the semester. The classroom instruction allows for discussion of relevant topics that are responsive to the workplace experience and employability skill development.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Workplace Readiness
State Course: 12198A001, Marketing Workplace Experience; 12148A002, Accounting Workplace Experience; 12048A002, or Admin. Assistant Workplace Experience
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