Information
Systems Technology
Course Descriptions
EXPLORATORY
AND INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY (3
credits)
All Grade 9 students go through the Exploratory Program. Please
see page 7 for more detail. Students deciding to enter
the field of information systems technology are introduced
to basic concepts of computer hardware and software. Instruction
is provided in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and
PowerPoint) and students demonstrate beginner skills in
these programs. Students will be exposed to the basics
of safety, as well as equipment identification and use.
The introduction to computer hardware includes knowledge
of computer components and computer accessories. Technology-related
mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary and science are
integrated throughout the curriculum.
INTERMEDIATE
SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS (3 credits)
In Grade 10, students demonstrate intermediate-level skills
in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).
Students are then introduced to other Microsoft products
and to Adobe and Macromedia products. Basic computer programming,
accounting basics, school-to-work and job readiness skills
are also introduced. Students are prepared to take Microsoft
Office User Specialist (MOUS) Certification Tests. Students
continue to receive instruction in safety requirements
and demonstrate sound safety practices. Technology-related
math, reading, writing, vocabulary and science are integrated
throughout the curriculum.
WEB
DESIGN AND INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKING (3
credits)
In Grade 11, students demonstrate more advanced skills
in web design and desktop publishing. Programming skills
are refined and developed and HTML, Java and Java Script
programming are introduced. Advanced accounting skills
are taught and developed. A working knowledge of computer
hardware is reintroduced. Networking skills are introduced
and students are able to set up small networks and test
them. Troubleshooting skills are taught and refined. School-to-work
and job readiness skills are continued. Students continue
to receive instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate
sound safety practices. Students reaching an acceptable
level of proficiency may be eligible for Work Based Learning
(WBL). Technology-related math,
reading, writing, vocabulary and science are integrated
throughout the curriculum.
ADVANCED PROGRAMMING AND TECHNICAL SKILLS (3 credits)
In Grade 12, students continue to advance their programming
and technical skills. Programming languages skills include
C++, Visual Basic and Advanced Java. A senior project is
completed using advanced skills. Students specializing
in hardware are prepared for A+ and networking certification
examinations. Students are also prepared for and encouraged
to seek E-commerce programming and Microsoft certifications.
Students continue to receive instruction in safety requirements
and demonstrate sound safety practices. Students will demonstrate
the ability to complete a job application and interview
and to perform entry-level job readiness and trade skills.
Each student will take National Occupational Competency
Testing Institute (NOCTI) exam, is a performance-based
test. Students reaching an acceptable level of proficiency
may be eligible for Work Based Learning (WBL). Technology-related
mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary and science are
integrated throughout the curriculum.
Students
successfully completing this course of study will be
able to pursue a two year computer technology degree
at state colleges and universities or go on to a four
year computer engineering degree. Students can
obtain immediate employment in the information systems
area. Jobs include: helpdesk assistant; sales;
systems technician; and database maintenance; to name
a few. Students graduating from Information Systems
Technology also find great success in the military
in fields like communications, information management
and information systems technician, to name but a few.
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College Career Pathways – Students successfully
completing this program can receive advanced college
credit.
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