Explore your interest in computers, getting a broad introduction to various topics. You’ll gain fundamental skills in the four hardware and software areas: PC upgrade and maintenance, web site development, networking, and programming. With a full-year program devoted to the inner workings of computers, you’ll be prepared to enter into any career in the Information Technology field.

Program Highlights:
• Prepares you for a broad range of career opportunities in Information Technology.
• Great boost for senior year offerings in the Information Technology Career Cluster.
• Get hands-on experience for troubleshooting computers.
• Gain skills in creating interactive web pages.

YEAR ONE: Technology Essentials
Credit: 3-4 elective credits
Eligibility: Students in grades 11 and 12; grade 10, with permission
Prerequisites: Keyboarding skills
Schedule: Full year; 2 hours per day

In the Hardware section of your program, you’ll learn to upgrade and install system components, understand the best way to deal with spyware and viruses, and develop troubleshooting techniques to solve hardware or operating system problems. The Networking section will introduce you to identifying and installing networking components, building a local area network, and learning to secure a wireless network. When you switch to the software sections, you’ll learn to create a visually appealing and user-friendly web site using HTML. You’ll spend time creating images for your sites and make your pages interact with the user by incorporating PHP programming.

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