These programs are designed to prepare students for various careers in Information Technology. While each course is a stand alone program, students must take them in order as the content in each course is used in the following courses. The CompTIA certifications earned each year are industry-recognized credentials that can be used to apply for jobs in Information Technology. Students may earn 9 or more college credits based on successful completion of the program (details under development)

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) FUNDAMENTALS: First Year Program (Prepares students to be Help Desk/Tech Support Technicians)

This is the introductory 2-hour course. Students in IT Fundamentals will explore a diverse range of technology concepts and information technology careers.  Concepts will include computer hardware and how to build a computer, coding and computer programming, installation and configuration of computer operating systems, secure internet browsing, computer databases and installing and maintaining computer software.   Students will earn the following in this course:

  • VPAA “Art” Credit required for Graduation
  • Computer Applications Credit Required for Graduation
  • Microsoft Office Associate certifications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • CompTIA Tech+ Certification
  • CompTIA A+ Certification

ADVANCED NETWORK ADMINISTRATION: Second Year Program (Prepares students to be Network Administrators with an Organization)

Prerequisite: IT Fundamentals. This is an advanced 2-hour course and will be weighted (graded on a 5.0 scale like an AP or Dual Enrollment Course). Students in Network Administration will explore how computers are used and connected within and between organizations and unlock a diverse range of career opportunities in information technology management in the rapidly evolving IT industry.   Students will gain experience with web development tools as well as the routers, switches and other hardware necessary to support an internet or data system.   Students will be prepared for various careers in information technology management.   Students will earn the following in this course:

  • 3rd Year of Science Credit required for Graduation
  • Second Year of World Language Credit Required for Graduation
  • Microsoft Office Expert certifications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • CompTIA Network+ Certification

ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY: Third Year Program (Prepares students to be System Data Assurance Analysts with an Organization)

Prerequisite: Advanced Network Administration. This is an advanced 2-hour course and will be weighted (graded on a 5.0 scale like an AP or Dual Enrollment Course). Students in Cybersecurity will learn to perform the tasks commonly assigned to IT security professionals including network and systems administrators.  They will learn the tools and techniques needed to maintain security protocols and best practices associated with information assurance and data protection.  Student will be prepared for various careers in the cybersecurity and data assurance fields. This course is taught in a dedicated cybersecurity lab that allows students to develop ethical hacking and cybersecurity skills without exposing them to outside networks.   Students will earn the following in this course:

  • CompTIA Security+ Certification
  • Work Based Learning Internship/Externship opportunities.
  • Up to 9 dedicated HFC credits (and possibly more based on certifications)