Nevada Computer Education and Technology (Apex)

Nevada Computer Education and Technology is a one-semester course that is 100 percent aligned to the Nevada Academic Content Standards for Computer Science and Integrated Technology. The course is designed to prepare students to compete in a global digital age by developing proficiency in problem-solving, computational thinking, and the production of computational artifacts. Students will examine core computer science concepts, including digital citizenship, digital communication, and innovative design, with a particular focus on computer hardware, operating systems, networking, the internet, web publishing, and database software. They will also explore how computer science relates to their lives and potential future careers. In unit activities, students will code their own programs and create a variety of digital artifacts using word processing, presentation, and collaboration software. Students will also develop proficiency with spreadsheet software and demonstrate digital literacy across a range of foundational computing skills. They will apply computational thinking and problem-solving skills through hands-on activities that prepare them to become computationally literate members of society.

There are no required materials for this course.

This course was originally created for Apex Courses and is now available in Courseware.