This interim curriculum guide is designed to provide a framework upon which teachers in Manitoba may base their secondary school data processing program for 1982-1983. Covered first are course rationales, time allotments, and goals and objectives for Data Processing 202 and Data Processing 302. The bulk of the guide consists of lists of goals and objectives, teacher's notes and suggested activities, and reference and support materials for use in implementing each of the two courses. Discussed in the section on Data Processing 202 are the following topics: historical developments and orientation, computer technology in business, communication of information, processing data on a computer system, problem solving and flowcharting, programming, and introduction to computer business applications. The section devoted to Data Processing 302 includes additional materials on programming and business applications. Also provided are eight transparency masters. (MN)