Meridian School Online

Computer Science

Welcome to our Computer Science offerings.  Our program is designed to help high school students in learning keyborading, word processing, desktop publishing, electronic spreadsheets and computer technology.

CS100 Keyboarding (.5 credit)

In the beginning semester keyboarding course, the student will master touch operation on a computer keyboard. Correct fingering by touch and good techniques will receive primary emphasis; speed and accuracy will be given secondary emphasis. The fourth row numbers and symbols and 10-key pad will also be taught. The student will use basic word processing functions on a variety of document types.

CS200 Word Processing (.5)

This course builds upon skills acquired in Keyboarding I. Proper Keyboarding technique will be reviewed. Students will create a variety of documents using basic software features.

CS300 Desktop Publishing (.5)

This one-semester course provides skill development in the electronic procedures of producing and editing publications. Students will create, format, illustrate, design, edit/revise, and print publications. Improved productivity of electronically produced newsletters, flyers, brochures, reports, advertising materials, and other publications are emphasized. Proofreading, document composition, and communication competencies are also included.

CS400 Computer Technology

An introduction to computer application software that encompasses document processing, spreadsheets, and presentations. An understanding of ethics and use of operating systems, information resources, and electronic mail is included. Skills will be demonstrated by creating a project for a different content area.