Information Technology Program
Program Description: Students will learn the skills necessary to work in IT-related fields. Topics include cabling with copper and fiber optics, computer repair, and the fundamentals of computers.
| Program Course Sequence | ||
| Grade Level | Course Code | Course Name |
| 9 | TSS61T | IC3 Term 1 |
| 9 | TSS62T | IC3 Term 2 |
| 10 | TSS63T | Network Cabling-Copper |
| 10 | TSS64T | Network Cabling-Fiber |
| 11 | TSS65T | Computer Repair Term 1 |
| 11 | TSS66T | Computer Repair Term 2 |
| 12 | TYS21X | AP Computer Science Principles |
| 12 | RQS11TY | Internship |
Certifications Obtained
IC3 GS5
C-Tech Copper Cabling C-Tech Fiber Optic Cabling CompTIA IT Fundamentals CompTIA A+
Microsoft Technical Associate (Windows, Security, Networking)
| WORK BASED LEARNING ACTIVITIES | |
|---|---|
| Grade Level | Activity |
| 9 – 12 | NY Exploring Program provides opportunities for youth to explore careers in a field of their choice. The program offers on-site training throughout the year. |
| 9 | Trips & events – such as Hour of Code, the Apple store, Cooper Hewitt Museum trip |
| 10 | Computer Science Fair |
| 11 | 30 Hour General Industry OSHA Course |
| 12 | Internship – Partner with CTE Industry Scholars Pro- gram to receive a 60 hour IT internship |
| Job Opportunities in Field | Salary Range |
|---|---|
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$37,690- |
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$84,580 |
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$37,600- $99,860 |
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$37,600- $99,860 |
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$59,870- $164,150 |
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$58,160- $162,390 |
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$84,000- |
| Industry Partners | Post‐Secondary Opportunities |
|---|---|
 Verizon, the largest telecomm- unication company in the world, is always looking for technicians to install and work on their net‐ works and backbones to bring telephone and internet service to homes. |
 BMCC has a number of certification programs and Associate degrees geared towards computer information systems or information technology. |
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Google & Apple are the big players |
 NYC College of Technology has a few Bachelor’s Programs (Computer Infor‐ mation Systems & Information Technol‐ ogy) that will bring IT, students, to the next level of knowledge. |
 The Metropolitan Transportation Au‐ thority is always looking for people to work on their systems which have be‐ come more and more computer-based. |
 SUNY Delhi offers an Associates & Bachelor’s in IT‐related fields. They combine business with technology and offer a Bachelor’s in Business & Tech‐ nology Management. |
Career Development & Occupational Studies
(CDOS) Credential
This credential recognizes students'
preparation for entry-level work through
mastery of the CDOS learning standards.
Students complete a career plan,
employability profile, and 216 hours of
career preparation experiences, including
at least 54 hours of school-supported work-
based learning. The CDOS may be awarded
as a sole exiting credential, earned as an
endorsement to a diploma, or used to fulfill
the +1 option.
Workplace etiquette covered in the program:
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Interpersonal skills such as courtesy, manners & |
Ability to collaborate |
Ability to follow through |
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Time management |
Ability to accept criticism |
Ability to interview |
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People/socialization skills |
Ability to grow |
Ability to speak publicly |
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Communication & listening skills |
Humility |
Ability to write a resume & cover letter |
