Carver Christian High School
Mr. Cavey
September 2015 – June 2016
tcavey@carverchristian.org
mrcavey.wordpress.com
Room 106
Information Technology 8 & 9 – Course Outline
*Adapted from Mrs. Yang’s course outline
Welcome to the Carver Science Program! I am excited about being able to walk with you as we
expand our knowledge of information technology together this year.
Rationale:
The Carver Science Program’s Information Technology (IT) course is developed with the
underlying objective of ‘Learning from God through the lens of science’. In this course, along
with other courses in the school, students will be exposed to a new culture of learning, one that
is based on giving authentic love and glory to God through serving and helping each other in
learning and understanding. Anchored in this culture, students will be able to explore and learn
together about the world around them in the discipline of Computer and Information
Technology. More importantly, they will learn to use tools, mental and physical, for acquiring
knowledge, which will serve them well as they live in this world seeking and following God.
Course Objectives:
In this course, students will learn …
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To see God better through the lens of science.
To gain an understanding of the relationships between computer science and information
technology, as well as their associated effects and influences on modern society.
To learn crucial skills in acquiring, analyzing, and understanding knowledge from a scientific
viewpoint, and to integrate that with other information from different fields of study and
life to gain a holistic view of the world.
To gain an understanding of computer hardware and software, as well as the internet, in
order to understand the concept and use of modern computer technology.
To develop an attitude that is humble, earnest and responsible, eager to seek wisdom and
knowledge, in order to love and give glory to our God and to love and serve the people
around us.
IT 8 & 9 Tentative Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Computers
Unit 2: Computer Hardware and Software
Unit 3: Introduction to the Internet
Unit 4: Computer Software and Programs
Unit 5: Webpage Design and Online Publishing
Unit 6: Digital Art and Graphic Design
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September
October
November - December
January - February
March - April
May - June
Course Textbook and Resources:
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Lecture notes
Selected readings, online tutorials, and resources from other sources
Selected computer hardware and software components
Assessment:
Class participation (preparedness, effort, productivity, organization, typing)
Quizzes, Written Assignments
Hands-on Work, Activities, Projects
10%
30%
60%
Materials:
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Agenda
Clipboard or Hilroy 80 page notebook
3-ringed binder
Lined and blank paper
Pens/pencils/misc. stationery
Course Expectations
1) Love God, love your fellow students, teachers, parents – all those that are in your life. All of
the following expectations are based on this love. You are not expected to be perfect – all
that is asked by our God is to keep walking with Him, day by day. And this is what I ask: that
you walk along with me, following Christ’s example.
2) Please be punctual. Classes begin promptly, so please be considerate of others and arrive
to class on time and prepared. The rear door will close at the beginning of class – when that
happens, please grab a seat outside the classroom at the chairs opposite the front door and
I will ask you to come in at an appropriate time. You will also be responsible for finding the
notes you missed from your fellow students or me.
3) Please do not bring food and/or mobile devices to class unless directed otherwise (special
days, etc.). This includes snacks, drinks, iPods, cell phones, and MP3 players, etc., as well as
items of clothing that are not a part of your uniform. Laptops can be brought to class only if
they are being used specifically for class work. Failure to adhere to this expectation will
result in the aforementioned item(s) being added to my personal inventory.
4) Please participate. Class participation includes being prepared for class, attentive,
productive and putting effort in individual/group activities and assignments. Remember: we
are all learning together, and we get only as much as we put in.
5) Please be responsible for your own work and marks. If you miss a class, you are responsible
for the work done. Work missed need to be handed in on the first day back in school with a
note from a parent/guardian. Please notify me ahead of time if you know in advance that
you will miss a class.
 Homework may be checked the next day in class. If it is incomplete or late, you may be
penalized or not receive a mark.
 Assignments are to be handed in at the beginning of class and should include your full
name, date, and block.
6) Honesty. Cheating is unacceptable and a mark of zero will be given for all parties involved.
Cheating includes: copying or allowing someone to copy on a test or quiz; using a cheat
sheet on a test or quiz; taking credit for work that does not belong to you; or plagiarism.
Please come and honestly ask me for help instead of being dishonest.
7) Respect. Last but not least, please respect other people and the classroom. God made
others in His image, and He gave us this place to learn as well. Be courteous and considerate
of others and property; this includes keeping the learning environment clean and safe.
Consequences for Academic Misbehaviour
When expectations fail to be met:
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We’ll sit down and chat. You will be reminded of the expectation/rule.
Your parents/guardians will be informed of the problem.
The school administration will be notified and will deal with the matter at hand.
In the big picture, this course is about knowing God and His awesome character, and learning
how to love and serve Him and His people through information technology. I look forward to
learning together in the year ahead.
Sincerely,
Mr. Cavey
IT 8&9 Teacher