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The Business and Information Technology courses provide students with skills to respond effectively in today’s dynamic and competitive business environment. Students develop specialised knowledge, values and practical skills that will assist them in many facets of their personal and working lives. All classes incorporate the use of industry standard hardware and software which including Microsoft, Adobe Elements and the Macromedia suite. The courses encourage students to become enterprising individuals who are technologically and financially literate.
Information Technology Business
Mr Des Loh Mrs Emma Nofal
Mr Andrew Grigg | Year 8 | Information Technology
Students in Year 8 complete a compulsory one semester IT course which introduces the college network, appropriate internet/ICT use, and computer architecture. The course exposes students to graphic applications and interactive presentations, as well as provides them with the opportunity to development their own creative computer game. | Year 9 | | | Information Technology (Multimedia)
The Information Technology course in Year 9 provides students with the opportunity to use multimedia in a creative manner. Students learn to manipulate graphics, create websites and develop specialised MS Office skills. They also examine a range of social and ethical issues related to the use of IT. Business
This course exposes students to business and finance concepts which have a direct impact on their daily lives. They learn how to be wise consumers by examining topics such as banking, credit cards, borrowing, investing, budgeting, marketing and taxation. Students incorporate the use of technology into realistic business and finance tasks. They are taught the correct touch typing techniques and participate in the ASX Sharemarket game. |
| Year 10 | Information Technology (Interactive Media)
In this course students acquire the skills to create their own still images and animations. Students learn more advanced computer architecture and programming principles through the design and control of Lego robotics. Business
This course familiarises students with elements of operating a small business in Australia including legislation, taxation, marketing and recordkeeping. Students are given the opportunity to simulate the decisions made by business owners by planning and operating their own small business at the College. | Year 11 | | | Accounting and Finance>
This course examines fundamental accounting principles and systems used to manage financial information in a business operated by a sole trader. Students learn to maintain business records manually and electronically; prepare and interpret reports; and make sound decisions based on the analysis of financial data. Applied Information Technology
In this course students use a range of computer hardware and software to create, manipulate and communicate information suitable for personal, community and workplace needs. They learn good design principles and are taught how to prepare common business documents. |
| Year 12 | | | Accounting
This course examines record keeping, legislation and financial reports for alternative forms of business including partnerships, clubs and companies. Students also learn to prepare budgets and cash flow statements. Applied Information Technology
In this course students learn how to use information technology to manipulate digital media (video and sound), combine graphics, and create websites. Students examine trends in digital media, career pathways, and associated social and legal issues |
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Curtin Business School (CBS) Accounting Experience | | | | | | | | |
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