Comp Sci/Info Tech 8 Courses Found schema Course Sequence

IT launch is the first course in the Computer Science / Information Technology pathway. It is designed to give students an overview of hardware, programming, web design, mobile apps, and electronics. Students will learn by creating their own projects in each area. This hands-on course will include exposure to career opportunities and interaction with IT Professionals around the world. Honors Option Available Prerequisite: None

This course will introduce students to real world application of data science as it relates to health sciences, sociology, and sports. Students will learn the Python programming language and will use it to analyze data provided by Health Science Careers students, public health data sets, government websites, and sports teams. The cumulative final project will target an existing problem identified by students and will include presenting our solutions to experts in industry. Honors Option Available This course meets for two periods for a semester at CTECH. Prerequisite: Informational Technology Launch OR Information Technology Infrastructure or some Programming Experience

IT Infrastructure is a career-oriented course for students who are interested in technology beyond programming. If programming is driving race-cars, IT infrastructure is getting your hands dirty in the pits; fixing the engines, making them run faster and more reliably. It will cover topics like networking, administration, security, troubleshooting, communication, and professionalism. At the end of the course, students will have covered the material required for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam, the industry standard for entry-level IT jobs. This class meets for two class periods each semester at CTECH. Honors Option Available Prerequisite: None

This course introduces client-side scripting. Students will explore HTML and CSS, dynamic client-side scripting using JavaScript, client-side error checking and validation, and asynchronous server interaction. Students will construct and evaluate various client-side interactions. Honors Course This course meets for two class periods for one semester at CTECH Prerequisite: Any other Computer Science Course or Instructor Approval

The AP Computer Science A course is an introductory college level course in computer science. Because the design and implementation of computer programs to solve problems involve skills that are fundamental to the study of computer science, a large part of the course is built around the development of computer programs that correctly solve a given problem. These programs should be understandable, adaptable, and, when appropriate, reusable. At the same time, the design and implementation of computer programs is used as a context for introducing other important aspects of computer science, including the development and analysis of algorithms, the development and use of fundamental data structures, the study of standard algorithms and typical applications, and the use of logic and formal methods. In addition, the responsible use of these systems is an integral part of the course. NCAA Honors Prerequisite: Algebra II OR Data Science with Python OR JavaScript OR Mobile Computer Science Principles OR Moderate programming experience

The AP Computer Science A course is an introductory college level course in computer science. Because the design and implementation of computer programs to solve problems involve skills that are fundamental to the study of computer science, a large part of the course is built around the development of computer programs that correctly solve a given problem. These programs should be understandable, adaptable, and, when appropriate, reusable. At the same time, the design and implementation of computer programs is used as a context for introducing other important aspects of computer science, including the development and analysis of algorithms, the development and use of fundamental data structures, the study of standard algorithms and typical applications, and the use of logic and formal methods. In addition, the responsible use of these systems is an integral part of the course. NCAA CTECH 2 PERIOD BLOCK Prerequisite: Algebra II OR Data Science with Python OR JavaScript OR Mobile Computer Science Principles OR Moderate programming experience

Algorithms and Data Structures delves into the complexity of problems and the problem-solving process. By understanding the tradeoffs between different methods of representing and manipulating data for entire domains of computer science, we can approach new and complex problems with a wide variety of tools. Students who wish to take this course must have completed AP Computer Science A or be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of object-oriented programming. Honors Option CTECH This course meets for two class periods for one semester. Prerequisite: AP Computer Science A Courses that are recommended are not required, but if taken may assist the student in being more successful in the course.

Students choosing this course will work through customized learning objectives that will focus on the core competencies of hardware, software, and data science. In addition, through small weekly projects students will be exposed to a variety of professional-level computer science concepts, processes, and mechanisms based on real world experiences. The course goal is a final project based on student and daily opportunities for critical problem solving. The inevitable challenges and obstacles encountered during this independently managed coursework will happen frequently, building resilience and a growth mindset. This course meets for two class periods for one semester. Honors Option Available Prerequisite: Complete 1 intermediate Computer Science Course (IT Infrastructure, Data Science or JavaScript)