Computer Applications

Input Methods1

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    Demonstrate improvement in speed and accuracy of keyboarding 1.1

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    Demonstrate proper keyboarding technique 1.2

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    Identify and demonstrate proper ergonomic principles (e.g., proper posture, fingers on home row, not resting hands on the desk, etc.)1.3

Basic Computer Operations2

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    Demonstrate use system tools (e.g., defragment, disk clean up)  2.1

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    Demonstrate use of program interface (e.g., menu items, ribbons, toolbars, dialog boxes) 2.2

  • 3

    Demonstrate the use of file management and transfers2.3

  • 4

    Identify resources to obtain assistance (e.g., Help menu, software manual, Web site) 2.4

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    Demonstrate proper network user procedures and protocol (e.g., logging on, saving to network) 2.5

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    Identify security issues related to computer hardware, software, and data 2.6

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    Identify file formats and extensions 2.7

  • 8

    Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance 2.8

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    Demonstrate input of data from various sources (e.g., Web, scanner, digital camera) 2.9

  • 10

    Compare and contrast hardware and software specifications to purchase a computer (e.g., RAM, processor, hard drive, software, and price)  2.10

  • 11

    Save files to various storage devices (e.g., CDs, USB, hard drive, DVD) 2.11

  • 12

    Determine appropriate software applications for tasks 2.12

Business Documents Using Word  Processing Applications3

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    Demonstrate correct use of word processing terminology 3.1

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    Create and format business documents (e.g., letters, memos, outlines, newsletters, and reports) 3.2

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    Set printer specifications 3.3

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    Proofread and edit documents using standard proofreaders marks.3.4

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    Manipulate the features of word processing software to enhance documents (e.g., headers, footers, tabs) 3.5

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    Create and format tables 3.6

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    Create mail-merge documents 3.7

  • 8

    Insert and manipulate graphics 3.8

  • 9

    Create documents using templates 3.9

  • 10

    Create and edit hyperlinks within document 3.10

  • 11

    Prepare envelopes and labels 3.11

  • 12

    Illustrate the use of enhancement features (e.g., borders, lines, shading, bold, bullets) 3.12

  • 13

    Demonstrate use of automatic features (e.g., AutoCorrect, spell-check, thesaurus) 3.13

Business Documents Using Spreadsheet  Applications4

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    Demonstrate correct use of spreadsheet terminology 4.1

  • 2

    Create, design, and edit spreadsheets  4.2

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    Create and edit basic functions/formulas (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and advanced functions/formulas (e.g., payment, future value, statistical).4.3

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    Format cell, column, and row contents (e.g., font, color, alignment, shading, decimal, drop down) 4.4

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    Format and edit columns and rows 4.5

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    Create, format, and edit charts and graphs 4.6

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    Interpret and organize spreadsheet data (e.g., sort and filter) 4.7

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    Set print specifications for formulas, graphs, worksheets, etc. 4.8

  • 9

    Integrate spreadsheets in other applications  4.9

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    Link spreadsheet data 4.10

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    Demonstrate use of lookup tables 4.11

Continued Business Documents Using  Spreadsheet Applications5

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    Demonstrate protecting and freezing features 5.1

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    Demonstrate use of relative and absolute cell references 5.2

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    Create and use named ranges in formulas 5.3

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    Analyze spreadsheet data using scenarios  (e.g., “what if we change the formula in column B”)5.4

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    Manipulate multiple worksheets in a workbook (e.g., rename, reorder, color tabs).5.5

Business Documents Using Database  Applications6

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    Demonstrate correct use of database terminology 6.1

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    Distinguish between different field types (e.g., text, numeric) 6.1

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    Create and manipulate a database (e.g., changing variable, editing type of fields)6.2

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    Process material using database features (e.g., sort, filter, and merge) 6.3

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    Design, edit, and use forms in database 6.4

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    Modify database using queries (e.g., combine, calculate, update, duplicate) 6.5

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    Create table relationships 6.6

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    Use import/export features (e.g., database, table) 6.7

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    Generate, format, and print reports 6.8

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    Integrate database information with other applications  6.9

Business Documents Using Presentation  Applications7

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    Demonstrate correct use of presentation software terminology 7.1

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    Create, format, and edit presentations  7.2

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    Enhance presentations (e.g., sound, animation, graphics, transitions, and video) 7.3

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    Apply design and layout principles to presentations 7.4

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    Utilize proper presentation etiquette (e.g., number of bullets, lines, words, and notes) 7.5

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    Integrate input from various software applications 7.6

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    Set print specifications for outline, slides, handout, etc. 7.7

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    Deliver an oral presentation7.8

Internet and  Online Classroom Portals8

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    Demonstrate correct use of Internet terminology 8.1

  • 2

    Demonstrate principal usages of online communication (e.g., upload, download, attaching files) 8.2

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    Demonstrate principal usages of the Internet (e.g., search, locating URLs) 8.3

  • 4

    Compare and contrast copyright principles (e.g., public domain, copy protection, licensing) 8.4

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    Employ proper online etiquette  8.5

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    Utilize browser tools (e.g., favorites, shortcuts, homepage, cookies, history) 8.6

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    Utilize online productivity tools (e.g., cloud computing, Web 2.0, Google applications) 8.7

  • 8

    Utilize and evaluate Internet resources 8.8

Workplace Readiness9

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    Exhibit leadership skills (e.g., FBLA) 9.1

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    Demonstrate ethical behavior when creating business documents 9.2

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    Identify career/self employment opportunities  9.3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
2022Computer Applications