Jesse H. Jones High School Career and Technical Class

Jesse Jones High School Campus

 Career and Technology Course Syllabuses

Course Title:          Business Computer Information Systems 1A/B,

        Dual Credit Business Computer Information Systems

        Business and Consumer Law

Course Location:    Public Service Community – Room 145

Instructor’s Name: Shirley Thomas-Limbrick, MS

Telephone:              (713) 732-3482

E-mail:                      sthomas1@houstonisd.org

Houston Community College Business Computer Information System

Dual Credit

Course Schedule: August 27 - December 14, 2007

 Required Text:   Microsoft Office 2003. Introductory Course

Welcome to Houston Community College! We are delighted that you have chosen to get a just-start on your college education by participating in the HCC dual credit program.

College courses are both interesting and challenging. You will learn a great deal, but you will be expected to work hard. On average, college students should plan to study at least two hours a week for every hour spent in the classroom. Some students will need to study more. Most students should schedule extra study time when exams and projects are due.

Pay careful attention to my instructions for assigning grades. The grade you earn in this course will become part of your permanent college record. Be sure that you understand the attendance policy. HCC policy states that students may be dropped if they miss more than 2 classed in a semester course. If you miss class because you are ill or attend a school function, those absences will count against you.

The college and I wish you the best for an excellent semester. We are sure that you will not only learn a great deal, but that you will enjoy your course as well.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

 The overall purpose of BCIS is to provide students with skills and abilities to meet the needs for technological exposure.  It is for all students who want, need and can profit from the course.  Realistic consideration should be given to the needs and opportunities of the employment market.

issued workbooks and handout to complete as

Microcomputer Application

            This course will introduce students to basic concepts and provide hands-on skills related to microcomputer systems and application.  Special emphasis will be placed on basic skills and procedures for the following:  word processing, database, spreadsheet, telecommunications, Internet activities, multimedia projects and social implications of using computers.  The course is designed as a foundation course for microcomputer application.

Textbooks and Worksheets

Each student will be issued workbooks and handouts to complete assignments.  It is required that they have their own binder/folder for maintaining assignments. Each student will be responsible for his/her own binder where it will be checked for assignments, handouts, reports, and projects.

As a student, you can count on me to:

1.      Treat you with respect

2.      Be organized and prepared for your learning

3.      Motivate you to learn

4.      Maintain a fun and safe learning environment

As a teacher, I will count on you to:

1.      Treat your classmates and myself with respect

2.      Attend class and be on time

3.      Be prepared for every class

4.      Work to the best of your abilities

BUSINESS AND CONSUMER LAW

Course Objective

The overall purpose of the Business and Consumer Law class is to provide students with knowledge of business and personal law and how it impacts the lives of young people and adults as well. It will help students to achieve and understand the legal principles that they will use throughout their life time.

Legal Environment of Business

This course will introduce students to ethical issues that analyze the social responsibility of business and industry regarding the significant issues relating to the environment, ethics, health, safety, and diversity in society and in the workplace. They will apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Students will develop a foundation in the economical, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business to become competent consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students will incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical, and international dimensions of business to make appropriate business decisions

Textbooks and Worksheets

Each student will be issued workbooks and handouts to complete assignments.  It is required that they have their own binder/folder for maintaining assignments. Each student will be responsible for his/her own binder where it will be checked for assignments, handouts, reports, and projects.

Classroom Procedure

Students are expected to be in class on time and ready to start on daily assignments.  At the sound of the tardy bell, each student should be in his/her seat ready to work.  The door will be locked at the sound of the tardy bell.

Classroom Rules

1.      Enter the room quietly and be seated

2.      Follow directions

3.      RESPECT yourself and others

4.      RESPECT school and personal property

5.      Raise your hand for permission to speak.

6.      Begin assignments immediately

7.      Food, gum and candy should be eaten outside of the room, not in the classroom.

8.      Your teacher will dismiss you, not the bell

Required Supplies

1.      Required textbook(s) (class set)

2.      Binder/Folder (color to be decided by class)

3.      Notebook paper

4.      Writing instrument (blue or black pen)

5.      Flash/Pin drive – 128 or more mgb (due 1^st week of school)

6.      Sheet protectors (40 +) Career Portfolio

7.      Index dividers

Grading Scale  for Houston Community College Dual Credit B.C.I.S.

            Your teacher will assign grades on the standard HCC grading scale:

·        90-100 percent is a grade of A

·        80-89 percent is a B

·        70-79 percent is a C

·        60-69 percent is a D

·        less that 60 percent is an F

It is the responsibility of the instructor to work with the high school administration to provide periodic grade reports for school records. The rules of dual credit allow college faculty to use two grading scales, one for the high school class and the other for the college class. Consequently, a student could master the course material at a level satisfactory to pass the high school class while failing the college course.

Grading Scale  for B.C.I.S. and Business and Consumer Law

I look forward toward working with each of you to the end of the school year in teaching and sharing various aspects of business concepts and computer skills.

Mrs. Shirley Thomas-Limbrick                                            _______________________

Mrs. Shirley Thomas-Limbrick                                                  Student’s Signature

Phone:  (713) 732-3482                                                                      

Room:  145                                                                    _________________________

                                                                                                Class Period

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Parent/Guardian Signature