Grades 11 12

PREREQUISITE FOR THE FOLLOWING COURSES: Information Processing

COMPASS/ACT Placement Score

FOUNDATIONS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 1 Semester –.5 Unit

Offered 1^st Semester CCC – 1 Sem. – 3 Credits

This course is designed as an introduction to the general uses, concepts, application and implementation of information technology within business and industry.  Topics include programming logic, number systems, basic hardware design and software concepts.  Some hands-on experience will consist of working with hardware, operating systems and networking.

WINDOWS WORKSTATION OS 1 Semester – .5 Unit

Offered 1^st Semester CCC – 1 Sem. – 1.25 Credits

This course prepares the student for supporting and using Windows Operating System Platform in a business setting.  Topics of this course include installation, administration of resources, troubleshooting, networking, optimization and security.

NETWORKING FOR HOME & SMALL BUSINESS 1 Semester – .5 Unit

Offered 1^st Semester CCC – 1 Sem. – 1.25 Credits

This course teaches students the skills needed to obtain entry-level home network installer jobs.  It also helps students develop some of the skills needed to become network technicians, computer technician, cable installers, and help desk technicians.  It provides a hands-on introduction to networking and the internet using tools and hardware commonly found in home and small business environment.  Instructors are encouraged to provide field trips and outside-the-classroom learning experiences.  Labs include PC installation, Internet connectivity, wireless connectivity, file, and print sharing, and the installation of game consoles, scanners, and cameras.

INTRO TO PROGRAMMING-APPLIED LOGIC 1 Semester – .5 Unit

Offered 2^nd Semester CCC – 1 Sem. – 1.25 Credits

Prerequisite:  Information Processing & COMPASS/ACT Placement Score

Introduction to structured programming logic using a variety of methods to solve programming problems.  Topics covered include flowcharting, pseudocode, hierarchy charts, truth tables, control breaks, arrays, logic constructs, object-oriented programming.

UNIZ/LINUX OS 1 Semester – .5 Unit

Offered 2nd Semester CCC – 1 Sem. – 1.25 Credits

This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of the UNIX operating system, commands, the word systems duties and system administrative duties required when using a UNIX-based system.

NETWORKING FOR MEDIUM BUSINESS/ISP 1 Semester – .5 Unit

Offered 2nd Semester CCC – 1 Sem. – 1.25 Credits

This course prepared students for jobs as network technicians.  It also helps students develop additional skills required for computer technicians and help desk technicians.  It provides a basic overview of routing and remote access, addressing and security.  It also familiarizes students with servers that provide e-mail services, web space, and authenticated access.  Students also learn about soft skills required for help desk and customer service positions.  Network monitoring and basic troubleshooting skills are taught in context.