Prerequisites: Information Systems (661200), or equivalent skill Advanced Information Systems provides students with the opportunity to develop professional technology skills in a project-oriented and studentcentered environment. Working independently or in teams, students apply problem-solving, decision-making, creative-thinking, and communication skills to relevant, real-life situations through a series of software, the Microsoft Imagine Academy, and peripheral applications. Instruction in current and emerging information technology includes operating systems, networking and hardware principles, document preparation, presentation tools, spreadsheet analysis and charts preparation, relational database management, technical writing, desktop publishing, copyright issues, and basic web page design. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to apply technology to analyze and solve problems and to complete technology tasks efficiently and effectively. Upon successful completion of Advanced Information Systems, students may elect to obtain industryrecognized professional certification by taking the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exams. Internship opportunity is available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year. Industry certification may be available as part of this course.

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12