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Information Technology

The Information Technology (IT) career cluster focuses on the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from Software Developer and Programmer to Cybersecurity Specialists and Network Analysts.

Statewide Program of Study: Programming and Software Development

The Programming and Software Development program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with researching, designing, developing, testing, and operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computer applications. This program of study includes creating, modifying, and testing the codes, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run.

Secondary Courses for High School Credit

Level 1                 Principles of Information Technology

         

Level 2                 Computer Science I

                                                 

Level 3                 Computer Science II

                                               

Level 4                 Practicum in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

                                                *Certification Offered: CodeHS Python Level 1 Certification

The Cybersecurity program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with planning, implementing, upgrading, or monitoring security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. This program of study includes responding to computer security breaches and viruses and administering network security measures.

9th Grade

  • Fundamentals of Computer Science

10th Grade

  • Computer Science I

11th Grade (Dual Credit at COM)

  • Networking + Networking Lab (Fall Semester)
  • Practicum in Information Technology (Spring Semester)

12th Grade (Dual Credit at COM)

  • Practicum in Information Technology (Fall & Spring Semester)
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