This page contains the answers to some frequently asked questions.
- Computer Lab General Rules
- Classroom Procedures
- Homework Policy
- Testing Policy
- Grading Policy
- Computer Lab (Room 314 Availability)
Computer Lab General Rules
- Do not enter the computer lab unless you are in proper dress
code including your ID.
- No food or drink is allowed in the laboratory.
- School policies concerning internet/computer usage must be
followed. The computers are to be used only for school work.
- Do not change settings on the computer.
- Do not install or download programs or updates unless
specifically asked to do so by your instructor.
- At the beginning of class, check your computer and station for
problems. They must be reported immediately to the instructor.
- Do not play games on the computer.
Classroom Procedures
The following materials should be brought to every class
- Textbook
- USB Flash Drive used to save computer assignments as well as
notes and handouts.
Homework Policy
Computer projects are regularly assigned with a due date. If an
assignment is not submitted on time, it must be submitted by the
start of the next class and will incur a 20% penalty.
Assignments submitted after they have been returned to the rest
of the class will receive very little credit.
Even if the computer program contains some errors, it is
important to submit your best effort on time.
Visual BASIC 2008 Express Edition is available as a free download
from Microsoft at http://www.microsoft.com/exPress/download/.
Students should install the software on their home computers.
The best practice is to start the computer homework at home the
same day that it is assigned, then if you encounter difficulty
you could consult with the teacher the following day, complete
the assignment and submit it on time.
Each student must submit an original, elaborate, impressive final
project at the end of the year which will be a considerable
portion of the fourth marking period grade.
Testing Policy
You will be given frequent quizzes both announced and
unannounced. There are written midterm and final exams.
Grading Policy
All computer assignments which include quizzes, tests, reports,
and homework assignments have a numeric point value. The marking
period grade is computed by dividing the points you have earned
by the number of possible points. For example, a student who has
earned 140 out of a possible 160 points will have an 88 average.
Computer Lab (Room 314 Availability)
Room 314 is open at approximately 7:30 AM until 4:30 PM.
Students may use the lab before and after school as well as on
their prep time provided the room is not occupied by a scheduled
class.