Business Technology, Home Economics & Technical Vocational

Business Technology

Courses in business technology will provide opportunities for students to:

• develop an awareness and understanding of the forces that influence our economy and standard of living;
• develop a responsiveness to learning in a business studies environment;
• develop the business-related skills, attitudes, knowledge and concepts that they will require for their personal use;
• develop feelings of self-worth and self-confidence through their business studies, assignments and applications;
• acquire an appropriate business education background for post-secondary education and future careers in the world of business;
• acquire the business, personal, and interpersonal skills, knowledge and attitudes essential for direct entry into and successful participation in the world of work;
• develop the ability to communicate effectively in a business environment;
• acquire the knowledge and understanding that they require to make sound educational and career choices in the future.

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE 

To obtain a Certificate of Merit in Business Technology, a student must complete successfully three (3) courses from the following program of study:

• Business Organization & Management 120
• Computer Science 110
• Computer Science 120 
• Entrepreneurship 110
• Introduction to Accounting 120

ADVANCED KEYBOARDING 110

The main objective of Advanced Keyboarding 110 is to develop the skill of keyboarding and to use it as a writing tool. The course content includes developing an acceptable technique, speed, and production rate in many areas of business writing. Microsoft office applications are also explored.

Text: Gregg Typing Series Seven

BUSINESS ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT 120

This course is designed for university preparatory students in their last year of high school.  Students should gain an understanding of how the business system is managed in Canada, emphasis being placed on business problems as seen through the eyes of management.  Projects, case studies and problem solving are a major part of the course.  The major topics included are: business ownership, small business management; the functions and problems of management; financial management and control; production; marketing procedures; business, government and society; and future careers in business.

Text: Canadian Business

COMPUTER SCIENCE 110 (Computer Programming)

The objectives of this course are to introduce students to the world of computers and their impact on society, computer science concepts, and fundamental problem solving skills.  Course emphasis is on using Visual Basic computer language and problem solving skills. Students will acquire the skills needed to write computer programs and solve computer related problems. Students may have the opportunity to become acquainted with other computer language.  This course is a prerequisite for all other programming courses such as Computer Science 120 and Computer AP.

Text:  Using Visual Basic and / or Visual Basic 6.0, Introduction to Programming

COMPUTER SCIENCE 120

Prerequisite: Computer Science 110

This course adds to the concept and skills developed in Computer Science 110.  The course will lead to a more structured approach to problem solving and programming.  During the course, the students will be introduced to a variety of different programming concepts including character string manipulation, two dimensional arrays, file handling, and sorting and searching techniques.  The student will also be introduced to terms and techniques relating to computer language Visual Basic and/or C++.  The purchase of a diskette will be required.  Students considering taking Computer Science 120 should have a good understanding of the concepts introduced in Computer Science 110 while being aware that the homework may be more demanding than in many other courses.

Text:  Visual Basic 6.0, Introduction to Computer Science and Using C++

AP COMPUTER SCIENCE

Prerequisite:  Computer Science 110 and 120

This course is designed for any student serious about pursuing a career in computer science.  Course emphasis is on structured programming using the C++ programming language and preparation for the Advanced Placement Exam.  The student will be introduced to terms and techniques relating to computer systems analysis.  This course builds on the concepts and skills developed in Computer Science 110 and Computer Science 120.  Students will be expected to be well organized and motivated.  Students will be required to do an online distance education course to learn the Java programming language.  They will also have to prepare themselves for the AP exam by pursuing independent studies outside of class time.

Text:  Introduction to Computer Science, Using C++

ENTREPRENEURSHIP 110

Entrepreneurship 110 is designed to help the student learn about the skills, abilities, and personal characteristics that are needed to become a successful entrepreneur, as well as develop individual aptitudes, attitudes and interests. The student will practice the techniques involved in accurately assessing opportunities, generating idea, selecting and evaluating ideas, and preparing carefully drawn up plans for putting these into action. The course also provides a climate for opportunities to be realized such as business competitions and campus market set up and take down.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 110

This course is designed to give an overview of computer technology in today's society with special emphasis on computers in the world of Business.  (This is not a programming course.)  Information Technology provides students with hands-on computer experience in the use of operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet and database software.  Other areas explored include: computer competency, basic tools, systems software, the central processing unit, secondary storage, and input/output.  About 70% of the class time will be spent on computers.  Basic typing skills would be an asset.

Texts:  Computing Essentials & Learning Microsoft Office

INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING 120

NOTE: This course is designed for students in their final year who are planning to attend university or community college.

The course includes the development and use of journals, ledgers and related books of accounts as well as a computer accounting package if time permits.  Basic accounting principles and concepts are discussed at some length to help students understand the conceptual framework of accounting.  The preparation and use of the financial statements of proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations are studied in some detail.  This course is accepted as a university entrance (elective) credit for all programs at University of New Brunswick. 

Text:  Accounting 1