K-12 Coordinator
Email Jerry Albrecht
Business, Computers, and Information Technology
The purpose of the Business, Computers and Information Technology Department is to prepare students for the changing world of technology, how it integrates with everyday life, and the economic environment in which they live and work.
The courses offered in the business and computer fields are designed to benefit students who are college-bound as well as career-bound. Students will have the opportunity to develop proficiency in document preparation, computer software applications, computer programming, game design, web page design, application of accounting concepts, interpreting financial data, personal financial management, interpretation of business and personal law, management, communication technology, video production, analysis of economic market, and career experience. These proficiencies will assist students whose future career plans include: accounting, office administration, computer-science/information, web page design, criminal justice/law, financial/investment management, human resources/personnel management, international business, management, marketing, and public relations careers.
Pennsylvania BCIT Standards, Pennsylvania Career Education and Work Standards, Pennsylvania Science and Technology Standards, and National Business Education Standards are reflected in all Business, Computer and Information Technology courses.
Jerry Albrecht
Career work experience, internship and the William Tennent commerce center are career exploration and development courses that are a component of the bcit department curriculum. Students can explore careers in authentic settings created within the school or in community placements sponsored by local businesses and organizations.