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Information Processing 10

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Information Processing 30

Suggested Modules for Middle Level PAA Survey Courses

Module 1: Task Management (Core)
Module Code
INFO1
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
1-2
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Develop and implement effective management strategies that can be applied to a variety of tasks.
Module 3: Information Processing in the Workplace (Core)
Module Code
INFO3
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Explore the use of information processing technologies in various career paths.
Module 4A: Digital Citizenship A (Core)
Module Code
INFO4A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-7
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Explain various perspectives about what it means to be a positive digital citizen.
Module 4B: Digital Citizenship B (Core)
Module Code
INFO4B
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 4A
Analyze the rights and responsibilities of a digital citizen.
Module 5A: Digital Communication A (Core)
Module Code
INFO5A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 4A
Describe and demonstrate the effective use of digital communication.
Module 6A: Digital Law A (Core)
Module Code
INFO6A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 5A
Investigate legal and ethical aspects of online interactions.
Module 7A: Keyboarding A (Core)
Module Code
INFO7A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Recognize and demonstrate proper ergonomic and touch keyboarding techniques.
Module 8A: Word Processing A (Core)
Module Code
INFO8A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 7A
Design and produce a variety of written documents using a word processing application, following conventional formatting standards.
Module 9A: Computer Technology A (Core)
Module Code
INFO9A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
1-3
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Apply key concepts and basic elements of computer technology to daily operations.
Module 9B: Computer Technology B (Core)
Module Code
INFO9B
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 9A
Assess the impact of computer technology on society, including its prevalence in our everyday lives.
Module 10: Operating Systems (Optional)
Module Code
INFO10
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
7-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 9B
Investigate various operating systems in computing devices, and describe and apply their attributes.
Module 15A: Spreadsheets A (Core)
Module Code
INFO15A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
1-3
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate the purpose and characteristics of spreadsheets.
Module 15B: Spreadsheets B (Core)
Module Code
INFO15B
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
Modules 15A
Explain and use the mathematical features that are characteristic of spreadsheet applications.
Module 15C: Spreadsheets C (Core)
Module Code
INFO15C
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
7-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Modules 15B
Create and manipulate spreadsheets using a variety of functions and formats for various purposes.
Module 16A: Databases A (Core)
Module Code
INFO16A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-8
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate the purpose and characteristics of databases.
Module 17A: Digital Photography A (Optional)
Module Code
INFO17A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-20
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Produce a variety of technically high quality photographs using digital camera technology.
Module 17B: Digital Photography B (Optional)
Module Code
INFO17B
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-20
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 17A
Produce a variety of photographs that exemplify creative composition.
Module 17C: Digital Photography C (Optional)
Module Code
INFO17C
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-20
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 17B
Improve the appearance and usefulness of digital photographs through the use of retouching applications.
Module 18A: Video Production A (Optional)
Module Code
INFO18A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 17A
Produce a variety of short video clips demonstrating high quality, creative camera operation, using digital video camera technology.
Module 18B: Video Production B (Optional)
Module Code
INFO18B
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 18A
Consolidate multiple media clips to create one video, using video editing software.
Module 19: Introduction to Graphic Design (Core)
Module Code
INFO19
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate and apply basic concepts of graphic design.
Module 20: Presentation Design (Core)
Module Code
INFO20
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Create a presentation which includes a variety of presentation software design elements.
Module 21A: Website Design A (Optional)
Module Code
INFO21A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
7-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Modules 19 and 20
Critique a variety of websites to assess their appropriateness and their effectiveness for the intended audience.
Module 22A: Digital Images A (Optional)
Module Code
INFO22A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-7
Prerequisite Module(s)
Modules 19
Create original digital images using an image editing tool.
Module 99A: Extended Study (Optional)
Module Code
INFO99A
Level
Introductory, Intermediate, Advanced
Suggested Time (hrs)
10-25
Prerequisite Module(s)
None