Syllabi for all C.T.S. courses

Information Processing 10 (3+ credits)
This introductory computer course includes one credit courses that will benefit all students. It is the prerequisite to all computer courses except Design Studies. Courses for both the experienced and inexperienced student will be offered. Skill level will be assessed by the instructor prior to placement. Units include: Computer Operations, Keyboarding 1, Word Processing 1 (mandatory), Graphic Tools, Hypermedia Tools, and Keyboarding 2.

Information Processing 20 (3+ credits)
This course offers the opportunity to develop a broad spectrum of skills and knowledge on the DOS platform. Students are expected to work with limited instruction from the teacher and may complete 3 – 6 one credit courses per term. The following courses are offered: Programming 1-5, Programming Application 1-3, and Multimedia Authoring 1 & 2.



Data Processing 20 (3 credits)
This course emphasizes effective keyboarding and word processing techniques. Students are expected to work with limited instruction from the teacher and may complete 3 – 6 one credit courses per term. The following courses will be offered: Keyboarding II & III, Reports Correspondence, Word Processing II (mandatory), and Tables/Forms.

Data Processing 30 (3 credits)
This course is an extension of the 20 level course and further develops the student’s skill in word processing, document production and workplace competence in a specific focus area. Keyboarding skill and technique is an asset. Students are expected to work with limited instruction from the teacher and may complete 3 – 6 one credit courses in a school year. The following courses are offered: Keyboarding IV-VI, Specialization I & II, and Word Processing III (mandatory).



Electronic Publishing 20 (3 credits)
This introductory course offers the opportunity to gain an understanding of electronic publishing using PageMaker 7.0. The student will create professional documents, plan publications and create original layouts using text and graphics. This course is specifically designed for Yearbook and Newspaper Club members but is open to any student with the prerequisite.

Electronic Publishing 30 (3 credits)
This course will allow the student to continue developing the skills learned in Electronic Publishing 20. The student will define, manage, present and assess a project.

Financial Management 10 (3 credits)
This course will provide the student with a hands-on approach to the accounting cycle for a service business and introduce bank reconciliation statements.

Financial Management 20 (3 credits)
This course will address specialized financial accounting procedures involved in a merchandising business as well as establishing and operating a payroll system.

Financial Management 30 (3 credits)
This course will address advanced accounting procedures used by a variety of businesses, focus on the different forms of business ownership and examine various internal systems used to safeguard business assets.



Legal Studies 20/30 (3 credits)
Legal Studies offers students an opportunity to study the development of Canada's legal system and the law as it applies to daily living. Six Legal Studies modules are offered over a two-year cycle combining intermediate and advanced modules.
Year I Year 2 *Options Include:

Year 1 Year 2
Family Law
Labor Law
Option*
Criminal Law
Consumer / Property Law
Option*
*Options Include: Environmental Law, Negligence, Conflict Resolution, Laws Affecting Small Business, Law & the Traveller, and Landmark Decisions

Other Legal Studies modules may be offered in conjunction with other departments such as Social Studies. Contact teachers for more information. 2003-2004 will be year 2 of the cycle.



Design Studies 30 (3 credits)
These drafting courses utilize the Auto CAD LT and Rhinoceros programs to provide the student with experiences that will allow the sampling of various kinds of drawings including 3-D, generally used within the field. These activities should enable the student to make an informed decision about further studies in the drafting/design field. Students pursuing Engineering or Architecture are encouraged to take this course.