Information Technology

Education

In the Information Technology program students can choose between two pathways: a Cisco Networking Academy pathway and a Computer Programming pathway. At the beginning of this two year program, all students start with the fundamentals of both networking, programming, and as well as information technology in general. Students then decide which pathway they want to specialize in.

In the Cisco Networking Academy pathway, students learn how to install, configure and troubleshoot networks using a web based curriculum and a simulation of networking environments to prepare them to be a computer network technician. In the Computer Programming pathway, students learn programming using a variety of languages including HTML, CSS, JavaScript and may include C++, Python, Php and others as time permits. All students will also have opportunities to explore Web Design, 3D Animation and App Design, Programming Microcontrollers and Robots, and Database design.

THIS PROGRAM WILL BE OFFERED AT REC ONLY. IT WILL BE DISCONTINUED AT CGEC IN 2019-20.

Characteristics of a successful student

A strong interest in networking and/or programming
Likes to problem solve and design solutions
Excellent attendance
Parental support of the career and IT program

Recommended Home School District Courses

Any computer programming, design, or networking courses

Topics Covered

Networking

Programming

The OSI Model

Router/Switch configuration

Routing protocols

Routing Security

LAN Security

LAN Redundancy

VLANs

VLAN Security

DHCP

NAT/PAT

Access Lists

Branch Connections

Variables

Methods/Functions

Flow Control

Iterative Control

Pointers

Data Structures

Memory Access

Objects

Inheritance

Abstract Data Types

Available Academic Credits

Math 11 (1 credit)
Science 11 (1 credit)
English 12 (1 credit)
Career and Financial Management (1/2 credit)

For more information on the availability of this option, please contact your home school counselor

College Credit Available From

Art Institute of Pittsburgh*
Bryant & Stratton College*
Columbia Greene Community College
Hudson Valley Community College

*These credits are only available if the student attends these colleges.

Related Career Opportunities

Computer Network Technician
Computer Sales or Service Technician
Network Designer or Administrator
Systems Analysis
Programmer
App, Web, or Game Developer
Database Administrator

Industry-Based Certifications (attainable through program)

CISCO CCNA® Certification
CISCO CCENT Certification
C++ Programming Certification
Java Programming Certification
Linux OS Certification

Technical Assessment

Students will take one of six approved technical assessments for this program based on their area of specialization. Students must pass ALL 3 parts of the technical assessment: written, performance and portfolio

Licensing

CISCO CCNA® Certification
CISCO A+ Computer Technician Certification
CISCO CCENT Certification

Technical endorsement

CISCO Skills Exam

To earn a CTE technical endorsement on their diploma, students must meet ALL of the following requirements:

Earn the minimum 22 credits for HS graduation in NYS
Pass the minimum 5 required regents exams (ELA, 1 Math, 1 Science, US History and Global History)
Pass ALL 3 parts of the technical assessment: written, performance and portfolio.