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Course Descriptions

Computer Information Systems

Grades 9-12, 1 Credit

Students apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations through word processing, spreadsheets, databases,
multimedia presentations, and integrated software activities. Students work individually and in groups to explore
computer concepts, operating systems, networks, telecommunications, and emerging technologies. Completion
of this course may prepare students for industry certifications. Possible dual enrollment (see CTE counselor),

Computer Networking Software Operations

Grades 9-12, 1 Credit Prerequisite: Computer Information Systems

Computer Network Software Operations is designed to teach many aspects of computer support and network
administration. Students learn networking concepts, from usage to components, and create peer-to-peer network
systems and client server networks. Students install and configure network cards and connect them to networks.
Students learn how to install the operating systems, set up and manage accounts, load software, and establish
and implement security plans. This course may cover software-based network operating systems, such as
Windows Server or Linux.

Computer Networking Software Operations Advanced

Grades 9-12, 1 Credit Prerequisite: Computer Software Networking Operations

Computer Network Software Operations, Advanced continues to teach aspects of network administration, focusing
on the management and support of network users and systems. The topics covered include understanding the
responsibilities of computer professionals, training end users, evaluating new technology, developing system
policies, troubleshooting workstations, managing network services and protocols, and effectively using email and
business communications. Students learn communication protocols, troubleshooting techniques for systems and
client-server networks, website management, and other advanced networking topics. Techniques that are used to
install operating systems, set up and manage accounts, load software, and create and implement security plans
are taught. This course may provide instruction about software-based network operating systems, such as
Windows Server or Linux. Instruction will emphasize preparation for industry certification.

Computer Programming

Grades 9-12, 1 Credit

Students in the Programming course explore programming concepts, use algorithmic procedures, implement
programming procedures with one or more standard languages, and master programming fundamentals. Coding
is used throughout the course. Graphical user interfaces may be used as students design and develop interactive
multimedia applications, including game programs. In addition, students employ HTML or JavaScript to create
Web pages. Students develop their employability skills through a variety of activities.

Advanced Placement Computer Science

Grade 10 - 12, 1 Credit (weighted) Prerequisite: Programming or instructor approval

The purpose of AP Computer Science A is to lay the foundation for object-oriented programming. The course aims
at teaching the students computer science concepts. Java is used as the vehicle to teach them. The focus is more
on the concepts and abstract ideas rather than on the syntax. The course is about design of classes, algorithms,
programming techniques and introduction to data structures like arrays and array lists. Students enrolling in this
course are strongly encouraged to take the AP exam.

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