Information Technology
Information Technology careers involve the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia and systems integration services. The IT industry is a dynamic and entrepreneurial working environment that has a revolutionary impact on the economy and society. In addition to careers in the IT industry, IT careers are available in every sector of the economy - from Financial Services to Medical Services, Business to Engineering and Environmental Services. Anyone preparing for an IT career should have a solid grounding in math and science.
Additional Information
Even in times of economic downturn, there is still a large market for people with IT skills in organizations of all sizes. ITAA expects continued growth opportunities within the IT field.
Programs of Study
- Level 1: Computer Science Foundations
- Level 2: Cybersecurity I
- Level 3: Cybersecurity II
- Level 4: Cybersecurity Practicum
- Level 1: Computer Science Foundations
- Level 2: Computer Systems
- Level 3: Networking
- Level 4: Cabling and Internetworking -and/or- IT Clinical Internship
- Level 1: Computer Science Foundations
- Level 2: Coding I
- Level 3: Coding II -or- Mobile App Development
- Level 4: Coding Practicum -and/or- AP Computer Science -and/or- AP Computer Science Principles
- Level 1: Computer Science Foundations
- Level 2: Web Design Foundations
- Level 3: Web Site Development
- Level 4: Web Design Practicum -and/or- AP Computer Science -and/or- AP Computer Science Principles
- Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (6142) is a supplemental course which can be offered in addition to courses within the Cybersecurity program of study but does not count toward concentrator status.
- Work-Based Learning: Career Practicum (6105) may substitute for the Level 4 offering in all programs of study.
- Cambridge courses will not count toward concentration.
Resources
- IT Program of Study Justifications
- ACT Resources for Advanced Manufacturing, IT, & STEM
- IT Equipment List
- Information Technology Resource List
o Networking Systems Resources
- Data Session: Concentrators, ACT, and Postsecondary for Information Technology
- Webinar: Project-Based Learning: How to Connect PBL using CTSO Events
- Program of Study Marketing Materials
- Industry Credentials