Introduction to Business and Technology Syllabus

Wilkinson County High School

Mr. Bailey Miller, Teacher
Room 311
Email: bailey.miller @wilkinson.k12.ga.us
(478) 946-2441
Textbooks: Microsoft Office 2010: Introductory Concepts and Techniques
Dblay, Burrow, and Kleindl’s Principles of Business, 8th Edition

Course Description
The goal of this course is to provide and understanding and application of social, ethical, and human
issues related to technology. The course will also provide an introduction to computer technology,
decision-making, productivity, communications, and problem solving skills.

Course Contents
IBT-1 Demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry.

IBT-2 Apply technology as a tool to increase productivity by creating, editing, and publishing industry-
appropriate documents.

IBT-3 Master word processing software to create, edit, and publish professional-appearing business
documents.

IBT-4 Analyze and integrate leadership skills and management functions within the business
environment.

IBT-5 Demonstrate understanding of the concept of marketing and its importance to business ownership.

IBT-6 Use professional oral, written, and digital communication skills to create, express, and interpret
information and ideas.

IBT-7 Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship through recognizing a business opportunity,

how to start a business based on the recognized opportunity, and basics of how to operate, and maintain
that business.

IBT-8 Understand, interpret and use accounting principles to make financial decisions.

IBT-9 Develop effective money management strategies and understand the role and functions of
financial institutions.

IBT-10 Research and interpret the various risks involved in operating a business while determining
the role of insurance for a business.

IBT-11 Examine basic human resources and the legal aspects of a business while incorporating the
methods into business practices.

IBT-12 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.
Related Career Opportunities
The following list some of the career opportunities related to this course.
Business/Industry/Government: Banking, Insurance, Military, Accounting, Retailing, Wholesale
Distributors, Administrative Support, Entrepreneur, Educator, Human Resources, Billing, Clerks,
Secretary, Receptionist, Computer Operators, Teachers, Buyers, Counselors, Data Entry Operators,
Graphic Artists, Media Specialists, Architects, Pharmacists, Technicians.

Textbook
Shelly, Gary B., Cashman, Thomas J., and Vermaat, Misty E. Office 2010: Introductory Concepts and
Techniques: Course Technology. 2010

Supplies
Students should bring the following the following supplies to class:
1. One inch 3-ring binder and flash drive.
2. Writing utensil (pencil and pen)
3. Good attitude.

Attendance/Assignments
➢ "Assignments turned in after the due dates are subject to point deductions at the
discretion of the teacher. Exceptions will be given to students with documented
accommodations or those with prior teacher approval."

➢ Attendance is VERY important! All make up work must be turned in within 3 days of
returning from an excused absence. No makeup work will be given after the 6th
unexcused absence!

➢ All students will take the final exam. Students may only exempt if they have a 90
average or above and no more than (3) unexcused absences. NO EXCEPTIONS! The
final is 15% of the final average.

Restroom Passes- Students are advised to use their time wisely in-between classes to use the
restroom, get water, etc. Class time is very important and disruptions are strongly discourages. Each
student will be given (3) restroom passes per nine weeks. However, exceptions will be made for
EMERGENCY situations only.

Rules for Computer Users 

! No chewing gum, eating, or drinking (except bottled water) in computer lab.
! No students may be in the classroom unattended.
! Do not bring in personal flash drives, CD’s, I-Pods, earphones, etc. for use in computer lab.
! Do not download sound files to the hard drive. They take up a great deal of space and are not necessary for
learning.
! Students may not use the Internet without permission during class time unless part of an assignment (including e-
mail).
! Students may not print from the Internet without permission. Write down pertinent information by hand.
! Proofread documents from the screen before printing. Do not waste printer ink for drafts.
! If you accidentally print something and need to stop it, notify the teacher immediately. DO NOT modify printer
settings or try to figure it out on your own.
! Do not visit unacceptable Internet web sites OR visit any public chat rooms.
! Do not download programs or plug-ins for the computer without permission. If, when surfing the Internet, a site
says that it wants you to download something; you must say no or call the teacher to your computer. No games
can be downloaded!!!
! Students may not modify any settings on the computer. This includes printer settings, screensavers, desktop
wallpaper, and desktop icons. If you accidentally change something, notify the teacher immediately.
! If your computer freezes or does something unusual, notify the teacher immediately.
! Students should keep the lab clean. Scrap paper, misprinted papers, and class assignments should not be left at
your workstation.
• Each student will be assigned a workstation. You are expected to be at the same workstation each day unless
the teacher changes your seating assignment.
! At the end of the class period, all books and materials should be stored in their proper place and procedures for
logging out or shutting down the computer. Chairs should be pushed in to the desk.
! Class time will be used efficiently by completing work without distracting or disrupting others in the class.
Conversation will be restricted to class-related topics while doing assigned work.
! You are expected to behave in a professional manner when visitors arrive, when a classmate or the teacher is
making a presentation, or when working with other classmates.
! At the end of the period, students should remain seated until the teacher announces dismissal. Standing by the
door will not be allowed.
! Book bags must be stored clear of any aisle where students or teachers walk. Purses should be stored properly. 

Consequences
This paper serves as your personal warning as to what is considered acceptable behavior in the
computer lab. Other rules may apply as well, so pay attention when computer information is given during
class. Offenses will be treated as follows:
FIRST OFFENSE .................................................................................................................Warning
SECOND OFFENSE ........................................................................................................ Detention
THIRD OFFENSE .......................................................................Privileges revokes; parent contact
FOURTH OFFENSE ..............................................................................Discipline Referral to Office
IN ADDITION, ALL RULES IN HANDBOOK WILL BE OBSERVED
 
Grading Policy
Test ............................................................................................................................................................. 30%
Projects…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………30%
Quizzes ........................................................................................................................................................20%
Daily Assignments ....................................................................................................................................... 15%
Homework…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5%

SEMESTER AVERAGE: ............................................................................................................................85%

Final Exam (Seniors): ................................................................................................................................. 15%
Final Exam (Underclassmen) ......................................................................................................................20%

My signature verifies that I have read the syllabus, and I understand the procedures used
in class.

Signatures
 ___________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Student’s Signature/Date Parent/Guardian Signature/ Date