Business and Information Technology

Accounting students explore the intricacies of the accounting cycle for both service and merchandising businesses. They will analyze transactions, master journal entries, and create essential financial statements. Students will get hands-on experience with payroll records and learn to manage cash control systems while emphasizing the importance of business ethics and professional conduct. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Finance - Accounting

Advanced Accounting encourages students to embark on a journey through the complex world of financial problem-solving and decision-making. Students explore advanced accounting principles and techniques that empower them to tackle real business challenges. Set in a technology-driven environment, students harness accounting and spreadsheet software to analyze and interpret vital financial data, covering everything from inventory and fixed assets to accounts payable and receivable, and the intricacies of partnerships and corporations. They engage with authentic workplace scenarios that mirror the latest industry trends, sharpening their analytical skills while reinforcing the importance of business ethics. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Finance - Accounting

Students acquire advanced skills in design, multimedia, and web development by applying project management principles to create professional quality digital media projects. Work-based learning experiences allow students to apply layout and design techniques in real-world situations. Students create portfolios that include a résumé, certifications earned, and a variety of print, multimedia, and website projects produced in the course. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology
Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

In this course, students acquire advanced skills in design, multimedia, and web development by applying project management principles to create professional quality digital media projects. Work-based learning experiences allow students to apply layout and design techniques in real-world situations. Students create portfolios that include a résumé, certifications earned, and a variety of print, multimedia, and website projects produced in the course.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology
Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

This course is designed for students who have a solid foundation in programming and are ready to deepen their understanding of related concepts and practices. Students will write programs of increasing complexity to potentially solve real-world problems of personal interest and professional relevance. The course focuses on mastering advanced programming techniques, object-oriented programming (OOP), algorithm optimization, data structures, and software development methodologies. Students will explore real-world applications by working on collaborative projects, coding challenges, and hands-on labs. By the end of the course, students will have developed the skills necessary to design and implement efficient, scalable software solutions and will be prepared for further studies in the high-demand fields of technology. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

**Check with your counselor to see if this course is offered as Dual Enrollment at your school.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology
Information Technology - Cybersecurity

Building on their foundation of programming skills, Advanced Programming students use object-oriented programming to develop database applications, interactive multimedia applications including game applications, mobile applications, and web applications. Students continue to develop their employability skills as they research pathways for continuing education and careers in the information technology industry and engage in various career-building activities.

**Check with your counselor to see if this course is offered as Dual Enrollment at your school.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology
Information Technology - Cybersecurity

Students examine the foundations of the American legal system, including federal and Virginia laws and court systems. Students gain knowledge and skills by exploring economic and social concepts related to the law, along with the legal rights and responsibilities of business entities and consumers. Focus areas include contracts, business and consumer protection, criminal law, tort law, international law, family/domestic law, employment law, cyber law, and careers in and related to the legal profession. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Business Management & Administration
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security - Criminal Justice

Students study basic management concepts and leadership styles as they explore business ownership, planning, operations, marketing, finance, economics, communications, the global marketplace, and human relations. Quality concepts activities, project management, problem solving, and ethical decision-making are an integral part of the course. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Business Management & Administration

Students will work individually and in groups to explore computer concepts, operating systems, networks, telecommunications, emerging technologies, and career opportunities related to the information technology field. Students will apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations through word processing, spreadsheets, databases, multimedia presentations, and integrated software activities. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology

Students apply creativity and technology to create visual design, multimedia projects, and web projects, using industry-standard software. Work-based learning experiences allow students to apply layout and design techniques in real-world situations. Students create portfolios that include a résumé, certifications earned, and a variety of projects produced in the course. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology
Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

Students apply creativity and technology to create visual design, multimedia projects, and web projects, using industry-standard software. Additionally, students engage in website development process using HTML, XHTML, Dynamic HTML, XML, Server-side technologies, Java applets, tables, frames, metadata and Cascading Style Sheets. Students create portfolios that include a résumé, certifications earned, and a variety of projects produced in the course. 

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology
Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

This course is designed for secondary school students to develop real-life, outcome-driven approach skills for digital citizenship, basic computer operations, keyboarding, application software (word processing, spreadsheets, multimedia applications, databases), and career exploration. This course promotes skills that can be applied across the curriculum and offers preparation relevant to 21st century skills and postsecondary education. Students who successfully complete this course may be eligible for a rigorous and relevant industry certification examination. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:

• Information Technology

Students learn how economies and markets operate and how the U.S. economy is interconnected with the global economy. Additionally, students learn how to navigate financial decision making and to make informed decisions relating to career exploration, budgeting, banking, credit, insurance, spending, financing postsecondary education, taxes, saving and investing, buying/leasing a vehicle, and living independently. Students also learn the importance of investing in themselves to gain valuable knowledge and skills. Development of financial literacy skills and an understanding of economic principles will provide the basis for responsible citizenship, more effective participation in the workforce, and career success.

The course incorporates all economics and financial literacy objectives included in the Code of Virginia §22.1-200-03B. 

Web-based technologies used throughout industry, including interactive websites, accounting programs, research tools, search engines, e-learning environments, email managers, and numerous other applications, depend upon relational databases. PL/SQL, an extension of the SQL programming language, provides additional database functionality through variables, conditional statements, iterative controls, and packaging. Students enhance their relational database design and algorithm design skills by learning to write PL/SQL code that includes anonymous blocks, sub programs, procedures, functions, control structures, packages, and triggers, all within a browser-based programming environment.

Web-based technologies used throughout industry, including interactive websites, accounting programs, research tools, search engines, e-learning environments, email managers, and numerous other applications, depend upon relational databases. PL/SQL, an extension of the SQL programming language, provides additional database functionality through variables, conditional statements, iterative controls, and packaging. Students enhance their relational database design and algorithm design skills by learning to write PL/SQL code that includes anonymous blocks, sub programs, procedures, functions, control structures, packages, and triggers, all within a browser-based programming environment.

Students advance their programming skills by learning object-oriented design and programming using Python. The course covers key concepts such as classes, inheritance, polymorphism, and design patterns, while introducing best practices for code reusability and testing. Students also explore advanced Python features, modules, and frameworks through hands-on projects, preparing for future studies and careers in software development.

In this course, students acquire advanced skills in design, multimedia, and web development by applying project management principles to create professional quality digital media projects. Work-based learning experiences allow students to apply layout and design techniques in real-world situations. Students create portfolios that include a résumé, certifications earned, and a variety of print, multimedia, and website projects produced in the course. 

Students expand their web development skills by learning advanced techniques in planning, design, and usability while creating responsive, accessible websites. The course introduces front-end tools such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and Bootstrap, along with UX principles and wireframing. Students also explore multimedia integration, including images, audio, video, and animation, while addressing accessibility and copyright standards. Hands-on projects prepare students to design and deploy professional, visually engaging websites.

This course includes database design and Structured Query Language (SQL) programming. Students study database fundamentals, including database development, modeling, design, and normalization. In addition, students are introduced to database programming with SQL. Students gain the skills and knowledge needed to use features of database software and programming to manage and control access to data.

This course includes database design and Structured Query Language (SQL) programming. Students study database fundamentals, including database development, modeling, design, and normalization. In addition, students are introduced to database programming with SQL. Students gain the skills and knowledge needed to use features of database software and programming to manage and control access to data.

Students in the IT Programming course explore programming concepts, use algorithmic procedures, implement programming procedures with one or more standard languages, and master programming fundamentals. Coding is used throughout the course. Graphical user interfaces may be used as students design and develop interactive multimedia applications, including game programs. In addition, students employ hypertext markup language (HTML) or JavaScript to create web pages. Students develop their employability skills through a variety of activities.

Students are introduced to programming fundamentals using Python, focusing on algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation. The course covers core concepts such as data types, loops, functions, and object-oriented programming, including classes and inheritance. Hands-on projects help students build a strong foundation for advanced programming and careers in technology.

Students apply creativity and technology to create visual design, multimedia projects, and web projects, using industry-standard software. Students create portfolios that include a résumé, certifications earned, and a variety of projects produced in the course. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

Students gain a strong foundation in computer concepts, internet skills, and productivity tools, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. The course also introduces web design using HTML and CSS, covering site construction and management without automated code generators. Additional topics include operating systems, computer security, ethics, and emerging technologies. Hands-on projects prepare students to create websites and collaborate using cloud-based tools.

Information Technology Fundamentals introduces the essential technical and professional skills required for students to pursue programs leading to professional careers and information technology certifications. The course introduces skills related to digital technology, digital applications, maintenance/upgrading/troubleshooting, and networking fundamentals. Students also explore ethical issues related to computers and Internet technology and examine webpage and game design. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology
Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

Information Technology Fundamentals introduces the essential technical and professional skills required for students to pursue programs leading to professional careers and information technology certifications. The course introduces skills related to digital technology, digital applications, maintenance/upgrading/troubleshooting, and networking fundamentals. Students also explore ethical issues related to computers and Internet technology and examine webpage and game design.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology
Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

Students complete the Office Specialist sequence as identified locally or progress in the sequence until prepared to transfer into other business courses. Students develop skills in areas including keyboarding, word processing, office procedures, and records management. If a fourth year is needed, the teacher should use simulated activities in the following areas: word processing, spreadsheets, databases, telecommunications, graphic design, and records management. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Business Management & Administration

Students complete the Office Specialist sequence as identified locally or progress in the sequence until prepared to transfer into other business courses. Students develop skills in areas including keyboarding, word processing, office procedures, and records management. If a fourth year is needed, the teacher should use simulated activities in the following areas: word processing, spreadsheets, databases, telecommunications, graphic design, and records management. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:

• Business Management & Administration

This dynamic course provides students with a foundational understanding of business and marketing concepts. Students will develop career skills and examine economics; social, environmental, and ethical responsibilities; and current trends in the field as they prepare to be responsible consumers and leaders in business and marketing roles. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Business Management & Administration
Finance - Accounting
Hospitality & Tourism
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security - Criminal Justice
Marketing

Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by writing programs and exploring programming concepts, using algorithmic procedures, implementing programming procedures in one or more languages, and mastering programming fundamentals. Students will also develop interactive multimedia applications, including apps or games. Concepts in this course shed light on a wide range of career opportunities in the tech industry as students will learn valuable computational thinking skills that help them understand the modern digital world. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology
Information Technology - Cybersecurity