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K–12 Standards

Computer Information Systems (6612 - 36 weeks)

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Computer Information Systems (6612 - 36 weeks)CIS

  • A

    Demonstrating Personal Qualities and Abilities CIS.1

    1. 1

      Demonstrate creativity and innovation.CIS.1.1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving.CIS.1.2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.CIS.1.3

    4. 4

      Demonstrate integrity.CIS.1.4

    5. 5

      Demonstrate work ethic.CIS.1.5

  • B

    Demonstrating Interpersonal SkillsCIS.2

    1. 6

      Demonstrate conflict-resolution skills.CIS.2.6

    2. 7

      Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.CIS.2.7

    3. 8

      Demonstrate respect for diversity.CIS.2.8

    4. 9

      Demonstrate customer service skills.CIS.2.9

    5. 10

      Collaborate with team members.CIS.2.10

  • C

    Demonstrating Professional CompetenciesCIS.3

    1. 11

      Demonstrate big-picture thinking.CIS.3.11

    2. 12

      Demonstrate career- and life-management skills.CIS.3.12

    3. 13

      Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability.CIS.3.13

    4. 14

      Manage time and resources.CIS.3.14

    5. 15

      Demonstrate information-literacy skills.CIS.3.15

    6. 16

      Demonstrate an understanding of information security.CIS.3.16

    7. 17

      Maintain working knowledge of current information-technology (IT) systems.CIS.3.17

    8. 18

      Demonstrate proficiency with technologies, tools, and machines common to a specific occupation.CIS.3.18

    9. 19

      Apply mathematical skills to job-specific tasks.CIS.3.19

    10. 20

      Demonstrate professionalism.CIS.3.20

    11. 21

      Demonstrate reading and writing skills.CIS.3.21

    12. 22

      Demonstrate workplace safety.CIS.3.22

  • D

    Examining All Aspects of an IndustryCIS.4

    1. 23

      Examine aspects of planning within an industry/organization.CIS.4.23

    2. 24

      Examine aspects of management within an industry/organization.CIS.4.24

    3. 25

      Examine aspects of financial responsibility within an industry/organization.CIS.4.25

    4. 26

      Examine technical and production skills required of workers within an industry/organization.CIS.4.26

    5. 27

      Examine principles of technology that underlie an industry/organization.CIS.4.27

    6. 28

      Examine labor issues related to an industry/organization.CIS.4.28

    7. 29

      Examine community issues related to an industry/organization.CIS.4.29

    8. 30

      Examine health, safety, and environmental issues related to an industry/organization.CIS.4.30

  • E

    Addressing Elements of Student LifeCIS.5

    1. 31

      Identify the purposes and goals of the student organization.CIS.5.31

    2. 32

      Explain the benefits and responsibilities of membership in the student organization as a student and in professional/civic organizations as an adult.CIS.5.32

    3. 33

      Demonstrate leadership skills through participation in student organization activities, such as meetings, programs, and projects.CIS.5.33

    4. 34

      Identify Internet safety issues and procedures for complying with acceptable use standards.CIS.5.34

  • F

    Exploring Work-Based LearningCIS.6

    1. 35

      Identify the types of work-bABF1ed learning (WBL) opportunities.CIS.6.35

    2. 36

      Reflect on lessons learned during the WBL experience.CIS.6.36

    3. 37

      Explore career opportunities related to the WBL experience.CIS.6.37

    4. 38

      Participate in a WBL experience, when appropriate.CIS.6.38

  • G

    Exploring Computer ConceptsCIS.7

    1. 39

      Explain the functions of computer system components.CIS.7.39

    2. 40

      Illustrate the information processing cycle.CIS.7.40

    3. 41

      Trace the development of computing devices and their influence on society.CIS.7.41

    4. 42

      Demonstrate the use of computer input devices.CIS.7.42

    5. 43

      Describe Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mobile devices.CIS.7.43

    6. 44

      Describe computer output devices.CIS.7.44

    7. 45

      Describe auxiliary storage devices.CIS.7.45

    8. 46

      Identify basic networking components.CIS.7.46

    9. 47

      Describe how the Internet works.CIS.7.47

  • H

    Exploring Ethical Issues Related to Computers and Computer SystemsCIS.8

    1. 48

      Identify security issues related to computer hardware, software, and data.CIS.8.48

    2. 49

      Identify concepts related to copyright, public domain, copy protection, intellectual property, and licensing agreements, including, but not limited to, software, media (e.g., music, pictures), and logo requirements.CIS.8.49

    3. 50

      Identify concepts of cybersecurity and cyber forensics, honesty, and confidentiality related to information systems (e.g., spam, malicious software).CIS.8.50

    4. 51

      Identify social networking etiquette.CIS.8.51

    5. 52

      Investigate security issues related to technology.CIS.8.52

    6. 53

      Investigate Internet privacy issues and computer crimes, including identity theft.CIS.8.53

  • I

    Managing Computer SystemsCIS.9

    1. 54

      Maintain workstation, equipment, software, and supplies.CIS.9.54

    2. 55

      Identify information needed to purchase or replace computer equipment and peripherals.CIS.9.55

    3. 56

      Obtain assistance via electronic and hard-copy references and documentation.CIS.9.56

    4. 57

      Troubleshoot hardware problems.CIS.9.57

    5. 58

      Operate components of the user interface.CIS.9.58

    6. 59

      Manage the desktop environment.CIS.9.59

    7. 60

      Manage files and folders/directories.CIS.9.60

    8. 61

      Back up data files.CIS.9.61

    9. 62

      Scan storage devices and equipment for malicious software.CIS.9.62

    10. 63

      Describe the steps to install and remove software.CIS.9.63

    11. 64

      Operate peripherals.CIS.9.64

    12. 65

      Identify safety precautions and devices associated with computer use.CIS.9.65

  • J

    Producing Word Processing DocumentsCIS.10

    1. 66

      Compare features of word processing programs to determine the best tools to use for a given task.CIS.10.66

    2. 67

      Compose documents.CIS.10.67

    3. 68

      Use word processing programs to perform desktop publishing functions.CIS.10.68

    4. 69

      Edit documents.CIS.10.69

    5. 70

      Enhance the layout of documents by using formatting features.CIS.10.70

    6. 71

      Import graphics, using tools and sources.CIS.10.71

    7. 72

      Analyze writing tools.CIS.10.72

    8. 73

      Utilize advanced word processing operations.CIS.10.73

    9. 74

      Integrate a database, graphics, diagonal, and spreadsheet into a word-processed document.CIS.10.74

    10. 75

      Manipulate word-processed documents in different formats.CIS.10.75

  • K

    Developing Electronic SpreadsheetsCIS.11

    1. 76

      Compare features of spreadsheet programs to determine the best software for an individual's or organization's needs.CIS.11.76

    2. 77

      Create a spreadsheet.CIS.11.77

    3. 78

      Edit a spreadsheet.CIS.11.78

    4. 79

      Enhance a spreadsheet by using formatting features and graphics.CIS.11.79

    5. 80

      Construct formulas to solve typical business-oriented problems.CIS.11.80

    6. 81

      Apply basic function commands.CIS.11.81

    7. 82

      Apply intermediate functions.CIS.11.82

    8. 83

      Analyze data.CIS.11.83

    9. 84

      Create graphs and charts (embedded or stand-alone) to represent data visually.CIS.11.84

    10. 85

      Format graph features.CIS.11.85

  • L

    Developing and Managing DatabasesCIS.12

    1. 86

      Determine when it is appropriate to use a database.CIS.12.86

    2. 87

      Compare the features of database programs to determine the best software for an individual's or organization's needs.CIS.12.87

    3. 88

      Plan a database file.CIS.12.88

    4. 89

      Design a database file.CIS.12.89

    5. 90

      Create a database file.CIS.12.90

    6. 91

      Edit a database file.CIS.12.91

    7. 92

      Manage databases.CIS.12.92

    8. 93

      Index databases.CIS.12.93

    9. 94

      Filter databases.CIS.12.94

    10. 95

      Create queries to access information.CIS.12.95

    11. 96

      Generate reports and forms.CIS.12.96

    12. 97

      Enhance reports, using formatting features and graphics.CIS.12.97

    13. 98

      Integrate database information into word processing and spreadsheet applications by creating links.CIS.12.98

  • M

    Developing Multimedia PresentationsCIS.13

    1. 99

      Identify the components of an effective presentation.CIS.13.99

    2. 100

      Describe output options from presentation software.CIS.13.100

    3. 101

      Create a multimedia presentation through research and organization.CIS.13.101

    4. 102

      Edit a multimedia presentation.CIS.13.102

    5. 103

      Utilize options for creating, inserting, and editing objects.CIS.13.103

    6. 104

      Enhance a multimedia presentation with specialized features.CIS.13.104

    7. 105

      Integrate software applications into a multimedia presentation.CIS.13.105

    8. 106

      Deliver an effective multimedia presentation.CIS.13.106

    9. 107

      Critique the clarity and effectiveness of multimedia presentations.CIS.13.107

  • N

    Communicating through TechnologyCIS.14

    1. 108

      Identify new and emerging devices, methods, and channels for communicating electronically.CIS.14.108

    2. 109

      Describe networking features and concepts.CIS.14.109

    3. 110

      Explore uses of the Internet in business applications.CIS.14.110

    4. 111

      Incorporate information from the Internet into a business project.CIS.14.111

    5. 112

      Create a website, using web page design software.CIS.14.112

    6. 113

      Describe Internet services.CIS.14.113

    7. 114

      Explore the applications of electronic commerce (e-commerce).CIS.14.114

    8. 115

      Explore trends in emerging communications technology and information processing.CIS.14.115

  • O

    Preparing for Industry CertificationCIS.15

    1. 116

      Describe the processes and requirements for obtaining industry certifications related to the Computer Information Systems course.CIS.15.116

    2. 117

      Identify testing skills/strategies for certification examination.CIS.15.117

    3. 118

      Demonstrate the ability to successfully complete selected practice examinations.CIS.15.118

    4. 119

      Complete an industry certification examination representative of skills learned in this course.CIS.15.119

  • P

    Developing Employability SkillsCIS.16

    1. 120

      Research career opportunities in computer information systems.CIS.116.120

    2. 121

      Develop a résumé.CIS.116.121

    3. 122

      Compose a letter of application or cover letter.CIS.116.122

    4. 123

      Complete a manual or electronic application form.CIS.116.123

    5. 124

      Create a professional portfolio.CIS.116.124

    6. 125

      Participate in a mock interview.CIS.116.125

    7. 126

      Compose an interview follow-up communication.CIS.116.126

    8. 127

      Identify the criteria for evaluating self-performance.CIS.116.127

    9. 128

      Identify the steps to follow in resigning from a position.CIS.116.128

    10. 129

      Identify potential employment barriers for nontraditional groups and ways to overcome the barriers.CIS.116.129

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Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, and VOCATIONALTRAINING
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