IDT Syllabus

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COURSE SYLLABUS

Instructor’s Name: L. Dobbins Title of Course: Introduction to Digital Technology

Room No.: 417 E-mail Address: [email protected]

Tutorials/make-up work: Every morning from 8:20-8:45 and afternoons by apt (4:05-4:30).

Teacher Website: Edmodo

Edmodo Code: 2nd – ws5yz2

UNITS/TOPICS TO BE STUDIED UNITS/TOPICS
Semester 1:
COURSE STANDARDS 1. FBLA – leadership development, community
IT-IDT – 1 Demonstrate employability skills required
service, and employability skills
by business and industry 2. Online safety and digital citizenship
IT-IDT - 2 Explore, research, and present findings on 3. Emerging and future technology
4. Hardware and software
positions and career paths in technology 5. Problem solving, flowcharting and algorithms
and the impact of technology on chosen 6. Visual programming
career area. 7. Employability Skills
IT-IDT-3 Demonstrate effective professional 8. Information Technology Careers: Programming,
communication skills (oral, written, and
digital) and practices that enable positive Gaming, and Software Development
customer relationships.
IT-IDT-4 Identify, describe, evaluate, select and use Semester 2:
appropriate technology. 9. FBLA – entrepreneurship development,
IT-IDT-5 Understand, communicate, and adapt to a
digital world. competitive events, professional communication
IT-IDT-6 Explore and explain the basic components 10. Operating systems
of computer networks. 11. Customer relationships
IT-IDT-7 Use computational thinking procedures to 12. Networking basics
analyze and solve problems. 13. Online resources
IT-IDT-8 Create and organize webpages through the 14. Web design
use of a variety of web programming 15. Ethics, legal issues, and cyber security
design tools. 16. Information Technology Careers: Network
IT-IDT-9 Design, develop, test and implement
programs using visual programming. Systems, Information Support & Services, and Web
IT-IDT-10 Describe, analyze, develop and follow & Digital Communications, Computer Forensics
policies for managing ethical and legal
issues in the business world and in a
technology-based society.
IT-IDT-11 Explore how related student organizations
are integral parts of career and technology
education courses through leadership
development, school and community
service projects, entrepreneurship
development, and competitive events.

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PATHWAY: Web and Digital Design
-Introduction to Digital Technology (1st course)
-Digital Design (2nd course)
-Web Design (3rd course)
*End of Pathway Assessment: W3Schools HTML5 Certification

DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the MMHS BCS Department is to prepare
students for college and/or a career by teaching a technologically relevant curriculum in specialized courses.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introduction to Digital Technology is the foundational course for Web & Digital
Communications, Programming, Advanced Programming, Information Support & Services, and Network Systems
pathways.

This course is designed for high school students to understand, communicate, and adapt to a digital world as it impacts
their personal life, society, and the business world. Exposure to foundational knowledge in hardware, software,
programming, web design, IT support, and networks are all taught in a computer lab with hands-on activities and project-
focused tasks. Students will not only understand the concepts, but apply their knowledge to situations and defend their
actions/decisions/choices through the knowledge and skills acquired in this course.

Employability skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the
skills required by business and industry.

Competencies in the co-curricular student organization, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), are integral
components of both the employability skills standards and content standards for this course.

Various forms of technologies will be highlighted to expose students to the emerging technologies impacting the digital
world. Professional communication skills and practices, problem-solving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of
effective presentation skills are taught in this course as a foundational knowledge to prepare students to be college and
career ready. The knowledge and skills taught in this course build upon each other to form a comprehensive introduction
to digital world.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Digital Technology is a course that is appropriate for all high school students. The pre-
requisite for this course is advisor approval.

CAREER PATHWAY: Information Technology Support

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Help Desk Support
IT Tech Support
Web Administrator

INTERNET USE: All students are required to have a signed Student Agreement Form on file. The internet
will ONLY be used when the teacher deems it necessary. Any other use will result in an automatic referral to
the office (no warnings). Internet use is not limited to just the internet; it includes music software (Media
Player, Real Player, etc) and games. Any use not instructed by the teacher will result in a referral. It is also
against school policy to log-on to a computer using any other screen name than the one assigned to you (this
means no using 311 student or another student’s log-on).

FBLA: The development of positive personal qualities and leadership is a vital component in career success. In
this course that development is achieved through a variety of methods, which include Future Business Leaders
of America (FBLA). FBLA is a student organization that is designed to enhance this class. FBLA provides

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career and leadership development through peer interactions, adult mentoring, and competitions based on
knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Every student is strongly encouraged to join FBLA.

GEORGIA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: Performance standards provide clear expectation for
assessment, instruction, and student work. They define the level of work that demonstrates achievement of the
standards. The performance standards isolate and identify the skills needed to use the knowledge and skills to
problem-solve, reason, communicate, and make connections with other information. Foundations skills and
course objectives can be found at http://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-
Assessment/CTAE/Documents/Introduction-to-Digital-Technology.pdf

STANDARDS COVERED IN THIS COURSE:
http://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/CTAE/Documents/Introduction-to-Digital-
Technology.pdf

GRADING TECHNIQUES:
You will receive a grade for each assignment; therefore, you will have a large amount of grades for each
grading period. *Extra credit will be given when necessary. On every paper that you turn in you must have the
following: Your NAME, PERIOD, and ACTIVITY NAME.

Classwork = 25% Test = 20% Quizzes = 10% Projects = 10%

Homework = 15% Final Exam =15%

Grading Scale: A(90-100) B(80-89) C(71-79) D(70) F(Below 70)

MAKE UP WORK: It is your responsibility to make up any work missed while you are out. Any work
assigned and due within a given 4-½ week grading period, will not be accepted beyond that grading period. If
you have missed tests and/or work and a grading period is about to end, you may have to make up your work
more quickly. It is YOUR responsibility to find out about work completed in class and to keep up. Remember
that EVERY day we learn something new, and it is important for you to learn each concept in order to be
successful in the next step.

LATE WORK: Every assignment is expected to be turned in on it’s due date and in the appropriate class
period. However any assignment you choose to turn in late will have points deducted.

1 day late 2 days late 3 days late 4+ days late

-10 points -20 points -30 points Zero for that assignment

REQUIRED MATERIALS: You will always need a pen/pencil and paper handy everyday. Flash drives and
headphones/ear buds are strongly recommended.

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Mundy’s Mill High School

Business and Computer Science Program
Classroom Expectations

Computer Lab Procedures & Rules

MATURE, RESPONSIBLE, ADULT BEHAVIOR IS EXPECTED IN THIS CLASSROOM AT ALL TIMES. RESPECT
YOURSELF, RESPECT OTHERS, AND RESPECT THIS ROOM.

1. Seating Area – Seats are assigned. Keep your feet on the floor, not on the chairs.
2. Attendance – Attendance is taken each period from the seating chart. If you’re not in your assigned

seat, you’re not here. Attendance is taken as soon as the bell rings.
3. Tardiness – You are tardy if you are not in your seat when the bell rings.
4. Announcements – They are important. Immediately stop all conversation when announcements come

over the intercom. Listen until they are completed.
5. On Task – Keep movement and noise to a minimum. Remain at your seat unless there is a legitimate

reason to be elsewhere. This also means no sleeping/putting your head down at anytime, whether you
are finished with your work or not.
6. Computers – Each computer is set up for a specific task and multiple users. You may not change any
settings!!!! Leave all files and settings as they are. Do only the task that is assigned.
7. Misuse/abuse – The equipment in this lab is state and school property. Any attempt to alter, copy,
misuse, or abuse the equipment will result in serious punishment both by the school and county.
8. Internet use – The Clayton County School System requires each student to complete an Internet
Agreement Form and have it on file prior to his/her use of the internet. Even though you have this form
signed it does not mean you can use the internet whenever you please.
9. Food and drink - ABSOLUTELY NOT ALLOWED.
10. Chairs – Place your chair under the table at the end of class. .
11. Clean-up – You are expected to clean up your workstation and/or the area around your assigned seat
each day before you leave. Place trash and litter in the trashcans. Do not throw paper at the trashcan or
toss it to another person.
12. Safety – Everyone is responsible for safety in the lab. Horseplay is not allowed.
13. Office/storage cabinet – They are off limits, unless specifically sent by me.
14. Dismissal – Approximately three to five minutes before the end of class, you will be directed to clean up
and put things away. After cleaning up your area, stay seated and wait for the bell. Remember that I
dismiss you, not the bell.
15. Electronic Devices - Absolutely NO cell phones, MP3 Players, IPods, headsets, headphones, etc are to
be visible in the classroom. A warning will be given the first time and any offense there after will result
in the device being taken up.

16. DRESS CODE/UNIFORM POLICY IS STRICTLY ENFORCED

NOTE: This list may not address every situation in this class. The teacher is the ultimate authority here, and
any questions should be directed to her. You are expected to exhibit mature, responsible, adult behavior at all
time in this room.

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Since this is a Business class and the end goal is to prepare you for the business world, my aim is for us to be
very business like in the class. You must remember that certain behaviors are not acceptable on the job,
therefore, they will not be acceptable in this class. Along with your normal participation grade in class, a work
ethics grade will also be incorporated. The following is a break down of how you will be graded.

The Work Ethic Grade Rubrics
Punctuality

Time Management

Cooperative Work

Integrity

Pride in Work

Honesty

Deductions
Unexcused Tardiness ................................................................................................. -10
Insufficient use of time (ex. sleeping/putting head down) .......................................... -5
Excessive talking .......................................................................................................... -5
Disturbing others ......................................................................................................... -5
Eating/Drinking in class ............................................................................................ -10
Cheating (Zero on assignment) ................................................................................. -35
Disrespectful/Uncooperative ..................................................................................... -20
Unauthorized Computer Use..................................................................................... -25
Other inappropriate behavior................................................................................... -10

***Each student will start with 100 points on the Work Ethics chart
The violation of any rules will result in the indicative point deduction.

CONSEQUENCES
Failure to abide by the classroom rules/procedures and the work ethics criteria will result in the following
consequences**:

1st Violation –Verbal Warning
2nd Violation –Parental Contact and Detention (Detention is schedule on the student’s time schedule. If the
student misses detention, it is there by doubled. If the student does not serve the double detention, they will
receive violation 3)
3rd Violation – Discipline Referral

**The first two consequences will be skipped when a student uses the internet or any other program when not
instructed to do so. Fighting or any other behavior that puts another student or themselves in danger will also
result in an immediate referral (no warnings).

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SAFETY CONTRACT FOR MR. DOBBINS
MUNDY’S MILL HIGH SCHOOL

I will:
 Follow all safety rules given by the teacher.
 Perform processes exactly as instructed by my teacher.
 Not help other students, or allow them to help me, if they have not received safety training.
 Not operate any tools or equipment unless instructed to do so.
 Use all protective equipment as instructed.
 Carry out good housekeeping practices.
 Know where to get help fast.
 Know the location of first aid, fire fighting, and other safety equipment.
 Conduct myself in a responsible manner at all times in a laboratory situation.

INTERNET PERMISSION

I hereby give my consent for my child’s to use the Internet in this course based upon the classroom instruction
and TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR INTERNET USE provide by Clayton County Public Schools.

In addition, I hereby give my consent for my child to use websites for educational learning purposes that require
students to create online accounts which may require creating a username and/or password for individual sites.
Sites will vary based upon technology updates. Some sites require using an existing email address; however,
students will not be allowed to send/receive email at school, but must create an online account for creating,
saving, and retrieving class work from online storage devices. One example site includes but not limited to
http://www.gacollege411.org.

By signing below, the student and parent/guardian acknowledges that they
have read and agree to safety regulations, classroom syllabus, grading
procedure, internet permission and rules and responsibilities for Mr.
Dobbins’s class (i.e. everything in this packet). I further agree to follow all
other written and verbal instructions given in class.

Students Name (PRINT):____________________________________

Student’s Signature: _______________________________________

Parent’s Name (PRINT): ___________________________________

Parent’s Signature: ________________________________________

Parent’s E-mail Address: ___________________________________