Business, Technical, & Career

Industrial Technology

Computer science

Family and Consumer Science

ACCOUNTING 1 - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  Accounting 1 develops a sound understanding of accounting principles and procedures, as used in the accounting profession.  The course requires students to record transactions and prepare financial statements for service and merchandising businesses, organized as a sole proprietorship or a corporation.  Computerized accounting projects are performed using Excel and accounting software.  Entry-level job skills can be acquired.  THE STUDENT:  This course is a must for students planning to major in an area of business in college.  Enrolling as a sophomore or junior allows time to take a second year of accounting, which better prepares the student for a degree in business. Accounting 1 is articulated with Black Hawk College course BA 170 - Fundamentals of Accounting I (3 credits) and BA 171 - Fundamentals of Accounting Lab I (1 credit). Successful completion of both semesters with a grade of B or A will enable the student to enroll at Black Hawk having already earned 4 credits in accounting. (ST# 12104A001) 

ACCOUNTING 2 - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  The course expands on knowledge of basic principles learned in Accounting 1.  The course includes areas of study in departmentalized accounting, inventory control, depreciation, accrued expenses and revenue, unearned revenue, prepaid expenses, corporate and cost accounting.  Computerized accounting projects are performed using Excel and accounting software.  Entry-level job skills can be acquired.  THE STUDENT:  This course is highly recommended for students planning to major in an area of business in college. Accounting 2 is articulated with Black Hawk College course BA 180 - Fundamentals of Accounting II (3 credits) and BA 181 - Fundamentals of Accounting II Lab (1 credit). Successful completion of both semesters with a grade of B or A will enable the student to enroll at Black Hawk having earned an additional 4 credits in accounting.  (ST# 12104A002)

AP ECONOMICS (MICRO ECON AND MACRO ECON) - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION: Microeconomics is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers, both consumers and producers, within the larger economic system.  It places primary emphasis on the nature and functions of product markets and includes the study of factor markets and of the role of government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy. Macroeconomics is designed to give the student a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole.  Such a course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price determination and develops student familiarity with economic performance measures, economic growth, and international economics.  An introductory economics course is highly recommended.  THE STUDENT:  Any student wishing to develop a strong background in economics for a future business career in college.  (ST#04205A000)

BUSINESS INTERNSHIPS - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  Business Internships offers business-related employment, career-related instruction and work-related skill development.  This program is beneficial for both college-bound and vocational students.  Two separate grades and two credits are earned for the course (one credit for the class and one credit for the employment portion.)  Students are released early from school to attend work in a business-related part time employment.  Classroom instruction includes Marketing and Office-related instruction such as advertising, sales, distribution, entrepreneurship, Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint, etc.  An application must be obtained from the teacher or counselor and submitted prior to approval for the course.  THE STUDENT:  The student must be junior or senior status, maintain acceptable attendance in school and demonstrate employable personality traits.  (ST# 22153A001)

BUSINESS LAW - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  This course surveys the applications of Business Law to career and personal use.  Some of the topics to be covered are history of law, contracts, employee-employer relationships, consumer protection, negotiable instruments and special laws relating to marriage, divorce, renting an apartment, insurance, and making out a will.  THE STUDENT:  The students will be using texts and cases, their own outside observations, and news articles in discussing the principles involved.  This course can be handled by an average student and also be a challenge to the above average.  (ST# 12054A001)

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1 - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course allows students to gain a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite using a variety of activities. The focus of this course is on spreadsheets (Excel), The course will also incorporate word processing (Word), presentations (Powerpoint), and database (Access). Additional topics may include: digital imaging, desktop publishing, web page design, concept maps, and programming.  Internet research techniques and integrating applications will also be provided in this course. Information provided in this course relates to concepts that students can use in other courses, in college, and on the job. Applications will simulate many of those used by today’s businesses. Any student wanting to improve his or her computer proficiency will benefit from this course. PREREQUISITE: Computer Concepts or 11th & 12th grade. (ST# 10004A001)

COMPUTER CONCEPTS- GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  This course provides the student with computer skills for use in high school, college, personal use, and future careers. The course is designed to develop software application skills and web based technology skills for use in daily life. Computer Concepts covers correct keyboarding techniques; building speed and accuracy on the keyboard; learning the basic software applications for word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, web page design, image manipulation, animation, programming, and desktop publishing. Web based technologies such as Google Classroom, Google Drive, and OneDrive will also be explored. In addition to these skills, the course will cover Internet safety, Internet ethics and proper English skills and writing. Computer Concepts is recommended for all computer classes in the Business & Technology Department.  (ST# 12005A001)

CONSUMER BASICS  &  FINANCIAL LITERACY - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  This course in consumer education teaches the student to make wise decisions in the use of personal and economic resources to meet their needs, wants, and goals in the marketplace and to develop confidence, independence, and resourcefulness in handling financial responsibilities using a practical hands-on approach.  This course will also develop basic math skills in:  conversions, decimals and percents.  Students will practice these skill sets and other math skills that relate to consumer education.  Development of math skills are essential to student success and will aid all students in high school and college, for personal use, and as a future career. THIS COURSE MEETS THE CONSUMER EDUCATION GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.  (ST# 22210A000)

CONSUMER EDUCATION & FINANCIAL LITERACY - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  Consumer Education teaches the student to make wise decisions in the use of personal and economic resources to meet their needs, wants, and goals in the marketplace and to develop confidence, independence, and resourcefulness in handling financial responsibilities. This course will also develop basic math skills in:  conversions, decimals and percents.  Students will practice these skill sets and other math skills that relate to consumer education.  Development of math skills are essential to student success and will aid all students in high school and college, for personal use, and as a future career.  THIS COURSE MEETS GRADUATION REQUIREMENT FOR CONSUMER EDUCATION.  (ST# 22210A000)

MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  Managerial Economics, in cooperation with Junior Achievement, is organized around two experiences:  The class business consultant and the Management Economic Simulation Exercise.  An outside business consultant will be in the classroom for one class period each week to assist students and the classroom teacher.  A computer will also be used for management/decision-making skills in competition with other local schools and individuals via the Internet.  THE STUDENT:  Managerial Economics would be beneficial to both college and career bound students.  MEETS GRADUATION REQUIREMENT FOR CONSUMER EDUCATION.  (ST# 22210A000)

HELP DESK 1- (IT fundamentals Pro Certification)- GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  The MHS Help Desk courses are hands-on study of technology support and integration in an educational context. In this first course, students work on obtaining a certification (IT fundamentals Pro) during their time in class, where they will learn about basic hardware, software, networking and explore careers in the related fields. Students will also get to learn by visiting the MHS Help Desk frequently, to assist with distribution, troubleshooting and repair of student issued Chromebooks- skills they will be using in the Help Desk 2 course. (ST#10256A000)

HELP DESK 2 - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  The second semester of Help Desk is an independent study course that may be taken any period of the day. An extension of Help Desk 1, students in this course will work independently or in small groups to assist with distribution, troubleshooting, and use of school-issued chromebooks as part of the LEAD Moline project. Students may also engage in independent projects related to this curriculum. Additional meetings outside of the regular school day may be required. IT Fundamentals Pro certification or teacher recommendation from Computer Concepts or Programming courses,  is required to take this course.(ST#10297A000)

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  The student studies our economic systems from the viewpoint of a consumer, worker, and business owner or manager.  Students will see how businesses are organized, how they operate within our economic system, and with other countries.  Other topics covered are the impact of computer technology on businesses and society, using banking services, managing money, using credit wisely, and savings and investments.  THE STUDENT:  The student must have a desire to study about businesses, economic systems, and how to become a good consumer.  (ST# 12001A001)

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE- GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  This year-long course will introduce students to the field of Computer Science and Programming. This course will cover topics in logic, block-based coding, and text-based coding. Major keywords and concepts for basic programming are presented. Introduction to Computer Science topics include: flowcharts, pseudocode, spreadsheets, algorithms, variables, program structure, decision making, looping, modules, comparisons, functions, procedures, parameters, lists, exceptions, programming for mobile devices, and programming in Python.  Introduction to Computer Science helps students create a strong foundation to advance to Computer Science Principles, Computer Science A, and beyond.  THE STUDENT: This course is intended for college-bound students or those who are interested in pursuing Computer Science as a career.  This student is an organized, committed, critical thinker who is willing and eager to tackle challenging work, accept constructive criticism, collaborate, and conference as required. (ST#10152A001).

COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES  - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION: This year-long course promotes computational thinking and coding fundamentals by using the Python language.  Students will learn problem-solving strategies through modeling and simulations, program design and development, and the foundations of computer science.  Key concepts include: data diligence, algorithms, abstraction, making predictions, simulating the real world, and future innovations.  This is the second of what will be four courses.  This will start the journey of becoming a software developer and lead into the third year course - AP Computer Science A.  THE STUDENT: This course is intended for college-bound students or those who are interested in pursuing Computer Science as a career.  This student is an organized, committed, critical thinker who is willing and eager to tackle challenging work, accept constructive criticism, collaborate, and conference as required. The course work can serve as preparation for those who wish to take the AP Computer Science Principles Examination, although taking the exam is not a requirement.  PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Introduction to Computer Science or students may take outside of that sequence with appropriate interest and aptitude. (ST#10152A002) 

WEB PAGE DEVELOPMENT 1 - GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  This course offers students an opportunity to create dynamic, interactive Web Pages through the use of HTML, Dreamweaver, and Photoshop. The pages will contain numerous elements from the Adobe CS Revealed Suite. The main focus of the class is to manage a Website for 15 weeks. The Website will include text, images, hyperlinks, animation, sounds, and video. PREREQUISITE:  Computer Concepts or 11th or 12th grade. (ST# 10201A002)  

WEB PAGE DEVELOPMENT 2- GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:  The student will create dynamic web content and animation using Adobe Design tools.  Topics include xml, css and html coding, in addition to web graphics, animations and page layouts.  Students will continue to develop and maintain websites.  PREREQUISITE:  Computer Concepts or 11th or 12th grade.  (ST#10201A001