Information and Communication Technology in Business
BTT 1O1 • GRADE 9 • COURSE OUTLINE
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces students to information and communication technology in a
business environment and builds a foundation of digital literacy skills necessary for
success in a technologically driven society. Students will develop word processing,
spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, presentation software, and website design
skills.
Throughout the course, there is an emphasis on digital literacy, effective electronic
research and communication skills, and current issues related to the impact of
information and communication technology.
COURSE OUTLINE
This course consists of five strands, which have been outlined below, including the
overall expectations relating to each strand.
DIGITAL LITERACY
Terminology, computer workstation, file management, Internet, electronic research
PRODUCTIVITY SOFTWARE
Word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentations, desktop publishing, web page
development
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
Business Standards, electronic, portfolio
ETHICS
Legal, social and ethical issues, privacy and security, health and environmental
STUDENT EVALUATION
CATEGORY
TERM WORK (%)
Knowledge
15
Calculation of Final Mark:
Application
35
Communication
10
Thinking
10
Term Work
Culminating Activity
Final Mark
Culminating Activity
30
Total
100
70%
30%
100%
Notes: Marks appearing on report cards will be cumulative to that date. When an
assignment is given, the category and approximate weight will be announced.
RIVERDALE CI • BUSINESS STUDIES DEPARTMENT
Information and Communication Technology in Business
BTT 1O1 • GRADE 9 • COURSE OUTLINE
CULMINATING ACTIVITY
The culminating activity (30%) will be a summary assignment which will require students
to demonstrate the skills and knowledge they have acquired in the course using
technology. The culminating activity may include the following components: Web Site,
Spreadsheets and an Oral Presentation.
DEPARTMENT POLICY
The following recommendations are made to help you achieve your full potential in
Introduction to Information Technology in Business.
1. Poor attendance and lateness have a direct effect on success, therefore, you
should maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
2. A note is required to leave the class before the end of the period.
3. A portfolio (binder) is to be maintained throughout the year and brought to
each class.
4. Each student is required to create a personal folder under the Home Drive and
save their work and assignments. This is the only place where you may store
assignments. You are not allowed to let other students use your folder.
5. You are responsible to keep up-to-date with respect to notes, assignments and
projects. If you have been absent, check with your teacher to find out what
work you must "catch-up" in order to be up-to-date.
6. You must make arrangements for the completion of tests should a conflict exist
with field trips or athletic events. If you miss a test, for any other reason, you are
required to provide a note and to discuss the missed test with your teacher upon
your return to school.
7. Cell Phones, cameras and music players are not allowed in the classroom.
8. Computer games, social networking sites, and music and video sites are not
allowed in the Business Department computer rooms.
9. No food, gum, candy, drinks, etc. are allowed in the classroom.
10. After class, log out of the computer, tuck the chair under the desk, and place
the mouse on top of the monitor.
TEACHER CONTACT INFORMATION
Mr. B. Bourgase
Blog: http://mrbourgase.blogspot.com
Wiki: http://mrbourgase.wikispaces.com
Office Telephone: (416) 393-9820x20085
RIVERDALE CI • BUSINESS STUDIES DEPARTMENT