The IT Essentials curriculum provides an introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level information and communication technology (ICT) professionals. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of PC technology, networking, and security, and also provides an introduction to advanced concepts. Students who complete this course will be able to describe the internal components of a computer, assemble a computer system, install an operating system, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. Hands-on labs and Virtual Laptop and Virtual Desktop learning tools help students develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Cisco Packet Tracer simulation-based learning activities promote the exploration of network and network and networking security concepts and allow students to experiment with network behavior. The course helps students prepare for the Comp TIA A+ certification, which helps students differentiate themselves in the marketplace to advance their careers.
Sports and Entertainment Management introduces students to management concepts for college and amateur sports and professional sports as well as the development, implementation, and management of local, college-level and professional sport or entertainment events.Sports and Entertainment Management will apply the following business management principles to the sports and entertainment industry:Business Information Management, Management Responsibilities, Financial Management, Production Management, Marketing Management, and Human Resources Management.Students will demonstrate an understanding of the management function; decision making; various management, organizing and staffing strategies; effective transformational leadership and management of groups and teams; managing operations; and, maximizing management strategies through effective and efficient use of information technology systems.Students will study both successful and struggling sports and entertainment organizations in the US and worldwide to learn about (and recommend) best practices that should be used to maximize profitability and provide sustainable growth for sports and entertainment ventures.
Accounting Principles and Financial Accounting I is a college-level course that provides an understanding of the basic elements and concepts of double-entry accounting systems. Students completing "Fractions A-C" may earn 3 transcripted credits in Accounting Principles, completing the final "Fraction D" may earn an additional single (1) transcripted credit in Financial Accounting I. It is possible for students to complete all four fractions in a single school year. Upon successful completion of this course, students will demonstrate the following competencies: understanding and applying the Accounting Equation; prepare records of financial transactions; journalize transactions; post from journals to ledgers; maintain accounts and records; organize classifications of accounts; investigate incorrect postings; verify and prepare financial statements; provide summary reports; prepare working papers; balance books and compile reports; verify prepaid expenses and deferred charges; reconcile bank statements; calculate employee wages; examine current liabilities; examine accounts and records; summarize details of separate ledgers; account for returns and allowances; account for discounts and transportation costs; complete the accounting cycle for a merchandising enterprise; compute percentages and interest charges; and examine allowance for doubtful accounts and charge-offs. Excel Spreadsheet development and management are integrated into many of the activities. Field trips, guest speakers/interviews and international and multi-cultural influences are integrated into the course, providing a greater perspective for the Accounting field.
Students will investigate force, work, rate, and resistance as they relate to mechanics, fluids, electronics, and thermodynamics.Students will apply their knowledge through construction projects and robotics while investigating many of the technological frontiers of today.
Students will investigate natural resources such as air, water, land, wildlife, forests, soil, minerals, and energy. Sustainable management practices and research will be explored. Understanding our natural resources will help students become better stewards of the environment.
Students in this course explore the fundamental nature of matter. They discover how and why substances react with other substances. They learn how energy and matter are related.
Students explore mechanics in this in-depth, hands-on course. Topics include motion, forces, energy, momentum, projectiles, and amusement park physics.
Students will become familiar with the methods of science. They will conduct investigations, build and use models, study the impact of science on society, survey the main branches of science, and discover connections between the branches.
