INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT AND SERVICES INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WEB DEVELOPMENT NETWORKING SYSTEMS. Local Implementation Considerations:

INFORMATION

TECHNOLOGY

INFORMATION

TECHNOLOGY

SUPPORT AND

SERVICES

NETWORKING

SYSTEMS

WEB

DEVELOPMENT

Texas Education Agency®

Local Implementation Considerations:

Students completing two or more courses for two or more credits within a program of study earn concentrator status for Perkins V federal accountability reporting.

Proposed Indicator: Students finishing three or more courses for four or more credits with one TEA recognized capstone course (in bold) within a program of study earn completer status for federal accountability reporting.

Level 1 8K100, 8K105DC

Principles of Information Technology

Level 2 8K300, 8K305DCGeographic Information Systems (GIS)

Level 3 8K400, 8K405DC Raster Based GIS

Level 4 8K210Spatial Technology and Remote Sensing

HIGH SCHOOL/ DC or INDUSTRY

CERTIFICATION

CERTIFICATE

/ LICENSE* ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/ DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE Microsoft Technology Associate Windows Operating System Fundamentals IBM Certified Specialist - InfoSphere Optim for Distributed Systems Fundamentals Computer and Information Sciences, General Computer and Information Sciences, General Computer and Information Sciences, General ERSI ArcGIS Desktop Entry** IBM Certified Database Associate - DB2 11 Fundamentals for z/OS Computer and Information Systems Security/ Information Assurance Computer and Information Systems Security /Information Assurance Computer Systems Analysis/ Analyst CompTIA A+ HP ASE - ProLiant Server Solutions Integrator V2 Information

Technology Engineering, Computer General

Computer Engineering,

General CompTIA IT

Fundamentals + Oracle Linux 6 Advanced System Administration Computer Systems Networking and Tele-communications Computer Systems Networking and Tele-communications Information Technology

Additional industry-based certification information is available on the TEA CTE website. For more information on postsecondary options for this program of study, visit TXCTE.org. **Offered at some GISD campuses

WORK BASED LEARNING AND EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Exploration Activities: _{Learning Activities:} Work Based

Join TSA Job shadow a database administrator or computer hardware engineer

Obtain a Certification

The Information Technology Support and Services program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with administering, testing, and implementing computer databases and applying knowledge of database management systems. This program of study may also include analyzing user requirements and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities. This program of study may also include exploration into the research, design, or testing of computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.

The Information Technology (IT) Career Cluster focuses on building linkages in IT occupations for entry level, technical, and

professional careers related to the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.

Successful completion of the Information Technology Support and Services program of study will fulfill requirements of the Business and Industry endorsement or STEM endorsement if the math and science requirements are met. Revised - July 2020

Occupations Median _{Wage Openings} Annual % Growth Database Administrator $83,075 1,063 19%

Computer Hardware

Engineer $111,738 343 24% Computer System Analyst

and Support $87,568 5,937 29%

SACHSE PATHWAY

CCMR DC

COURSE INFORMATION:

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS

COURSE

NUMBER/NAME SERVICE ID/CREDITS PREREQUISITES (PREQ) GRADE

8K100, 8K105DC

Principles of Information Technology 13027200 (1 credit) None 9-10

8K300, 8K305DC

Geographic Information

Systems (GIS) N1302805 (1 credit)

PREQ: Principles of

Information Technology 10-12

8K400, 8K405DC

Raster Based GIS N1302806 (1 credit) Information Systems PREQ: Geographic 10-12

8K210

Spatial Technology and

8K700MST

Principles of Information Technology

8O110, 8O115DC

Computer Science I H

Level 2

8K730MST, 8K735DC MST

Internetworking Technologies I (CISCO I) 8K710MST, 8K715DC MST

Computer Maintenance

8O130

AP Computer Science Principles

Level 3 8K740MST, 8K745DC MST Internetworking Technologies II (CISCO II)

Level 4

8K750SMST , 8K755S DC MST Project Based Research (CISCO III)

8K760S MST, 8K765S DC MST Project Based Research HIGH SCHOOL/ DC or INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATE/

LICENSE* ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/ DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL

DEGREE

Oracle Certified

Associate Java SE 8 AEM 6 Business Practitioner Computer and Information Sciences, General Computer and Information Sciences, General Computer and Information Sciences, General Oracle Certified Database Associate Intelligence Planner Certification Program Computer Systems Networking And Tele-communications Computer Systems Networking And Tele-communications Information Technology Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT)** Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician Information

Technology Computer and Information Systems Security/ Information Assurance Computer and Information Systems Security/ Information Assurance Microsoft Networking Fundamentals Network and System Administration/ Administrator Computer Engineering, General Computer Engineering, General Additional industry-based certification information is available on the TEA CTE website. For more information on postsecondary options for this program of study, visit TXCTE.org. **Offered at some GISD campuses

The Networking Systems program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing and implementing computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area

networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. This program of study may also include exploration into analyzing science, engineering, and other data processing problems to implement and improve

computer systems.

The Information Technology (IT) Career Cluster focuses on building linkages in IT occupations for entry level, technical, and

professional careers related to the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.

Successful completion of the Networking Systems program of study will fulfill requirements of the Business and Industry endorsement or STEM endorsement if the math and science requirements are met. Revised - July 2020

MST NGHS PATHWAY

CCMR Indicator: CTE Dual Credit courses available in this program of study

WORK BASED LEARNING AND EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Exploration Activities: _{Learning Activities:} Work Based

Join TSA Job shadow a computer

network architect or support specialist Earn an industry-based certification. Occupations Median _{Wage Openings} Annual % Growth Computer Network Architects $111,633 1,082 23% Computer Systems Analysts $87,568 5,937 29% Computer Network Support Specialists $68,037 1,824 19%

Level 1

8K100, 8K105DC

Principles of Information Technology

8O130

AP Computer Science Principles

Level 2 8O110, 8O115DC

Computer Science I H

Level 3

8K906 GRCTC

Computer Maintenance and

8K930, 8K935DC GRCTC Networking

Level 4 8K960 GRCTC_{Practicum in Information Technology}

The Networking Systems program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing and implementing computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area

networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. This program of study may also include exploration into analyzing science, engineering, and other data processing problems to implement and improve

computer systems.

The Information Technology (IT) Career Cluster focuses on building linkages in IT occupations for entry level, technical, and

professional careers related to the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.

Successful completion of the Networking Systems program of study will fulfill requirements of the Business and Industry endorsement or STEM endorsement if the math and science requirements are met. Revised - July 2020

GRCTC PATHWAY

HIGH SCHOOL/ DC or INDUSTRY

CERTIFICATION

CERTIFICATE/

LICENSE* ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/ DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL

DEGREE

Oracle Certified

Associate Java SE 8 AEM 6 Business Practitioner Computer and Information Sciences, General Computer and Information Sciences, General Computer and Information Sciences, General Oracle Certified Database Associate Intelligence Planner Certification Program Computer Systems Networking And Tele-communications Computer Systems Networking And Tele-communications Information Technology Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT)** Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician Information

Technology Computer and Information Systems Security/ Information Assurance Computer and Information Systems Security/ Information Assurance Microsoft Networking Fundamentals Network and System Administration/ Administrator Computer Engineering, General Computer Engineering, General Additional industry-based certification information is available on the TEA CTE website. For more information on postsecondary options for this program of study, visit TXCTE.org. **Offered at some GISD campuses

WORK BASED LEARNING AND EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Exploration Activities: _{Learning Activities:} Work Based

Join TSA Job shadow a computer

network architect or support specialist Earn an industry-based certification. Occupations Median _{Wage Openings} Annual % Growth Computer Network Architects $111,633 1,082 23% Computer Systems Analysts $87,568 5,937 29% Computer Network Support Specialists $68,037 1,824 19% Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA-Security)** CCMR DC

COURSE INFORMATION: NETWORKING SYSTEMS

COURSE

NUMBER/NAME SERVICE ID/CREDITS PREREQUISITES (PREQ) GRADE

8K100, 8K105DC, 8K700MST

Principles of Information Technology 13027200 (1 credit) None 9-10

8O130

AP Computer Science Principles A3580300 (1 credit) PREQ: Algebra I 9-10

10-12 8K930, 8K935DC GRCTC

Networking 13027400 (1 credit) None 11-12 8K750S, 8K755S DC MST

Project Based Research

(CISCO III) 12701500 (1 credit) 11-12

8K730MST, 8K735DC MST Internetworking Technologies I

(CISCO I) N1302803 (1 credit) None 10-12

8O110, 8O115DC

Computer Science I H 03580200 (1 credit) PREQ: Algebra I 9-12

8K710MST, 8K715DC MST 8K906GRCTC, 8K907DC GRCTC

Computer Maintenance 13027300 (1 credit)

PREQ: Principles of

Information Technology 10-12

8K740, 8K745DC MST Internetworking

Technologies II (CISCO II) N1302804 (1 credit) PREQ: Internetworking Technologies I

PREQ: Internetworking Technologies II (CISCO II)

8K960 GRCTC

Practicum in Info Technology 13028000 (2 credits) None 11-12

8K760S, 8K765S DC MST

Project Based Research 12701510 (1 credit) 11-12

PREQ: MST Project Based Research (CISCO III)

Level 1

8K100, 8K105DC

Principles of Information Technology and/or

8K115S DC

Web Communications

Level 2

8O110, 8O115DC

Computer Science I H and/or

8K220

Foundations of User Experience (UX)

Level 3 8K310, 8K315DC, 8K715DC MST_{Web Design}

Level 4 8K410, 8K415DC, 8K785DC MSTIndependent Study in Technology Applications

HIGH SCHOOL/ DC or INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION

CERTIFICATE/

LICENSE* ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/ DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL

DEGREE

Oracle Certified

Associate Java SE 8 Developer AEM 6 Programming/ Computer Programmer, General Web/ Multimedia Management and Webmaster Computational Science WD Certified Web Design Certification Certified Webmaster Professional Computer

Science Computer Science Computer Science

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Introduction to Programming Certifications** Adobe Campaign Developer Web Page, Digital/ Multimedia and Information Resources Design Web Page, Digital/ Multimedia and Information Resources Design Information Science/ Studies IBM Certified Solution Developer – Open Social Computer Systems Networking and Tele- communications Computer Systems Networking and Tele- communications Computer Systems Networking and Tele- communications Additional industry-based certification information is available on the TEA CTE website. For more information on postsecondary options for this program of study, visit TXCTE.org. **Offered at some GISD campuses

WORK BASED LEARNING AND EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Exploration Activities: Work Based

Learning Activities:

Join TSA Participate in a coding or computer programming club Create a web page

Get an Oracle or CISCO Certification

The Web Development program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing, creating, and modifying websites. This program of study may also explore integrating websites with other computer applications, and converting written, graphic, audio, and video components to compatible web formats by using software designed to facilitate the creation of web and multimedia content.

The Information Technology (IT) Career Cluster focuses on building linkages in IT occupations for entry level, technical, and

professional careers related to the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.

Successful completion of the Web Development program of study will fulfill requirements of the Business and Industry endorsement or STEM endorsement if the math and science requirements are met. Revised - July 2020

Occupations Median _{Wage Openings} Annual % Growth Web Developers $67,912 1,079 39% Web Administrators, Computer Occupations $85,197 1,616 20% Software Developers $104,499 6,311 30%

CAMPUS PATHWAY

Level 1

8K100, 8K105DC

Principles of Information Technology and/or

8K115S DC

Web Communications

Level 2

8O110, 8O115DC

Computer Science I H and/or

8K220

Foundations of User Experience (UX)

Level 3

8K972S (Fall) GRCTC

Advanced User Experience Design and

8K973S (Spring) GRCTC

Web Design

Level 4 8K980 GRCTC Practicum in Information Technology - Web Design

HIGH SCHOOL/ DC or INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION

CERTIFICATE/

LICENSE* ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/ DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL

DEGREE

Oracle Certified

Associate Java SE 8 Developer AEM 6 Programming/ Computer Programmer, General Web/ Multimedia Management and Webmaster Computational Science WD Certified Web Design Certification Certified Webmaster Professional Computer

Science Computer Science Computer Science

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Introduction to Programming Certifications** Adobe Campaign Developer Web Page, Digital/ Multimedia and Information Resources Design Web Page, Digital/ Multimedia and Information Resources Design Information Science/ Studies IBM Certified Solution Developer – Open Social Computer Systems Networking and Tele- communications Computer Systems Networking and Tele- communications Computer Systems Networking and Tele- communications Additional industry-based certification information is available on the TEA CTE website. For more information on postsecondary options for this program of study, visit TXCTE.org. **Offered at some GISD campuses

WORK BASED LEARNING AND EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Exploration Activities: Work Based

Learning Activities:

Join TSA Participate in a coding or computer programming club Create a web page

Get an Oracle or CISCO Certification

The Web Development program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing, creating, and modifying websites. This program of study may also explore integrating websites with other computer applications, and converting written, graphic, audio, and video components to compatible web formats by using software designed to facilitate the creation of web and multimedia content.

The Information Technology (IT) Career Cluster focuses on building linkages in IT occupations for entry level, technical, and

professional careers related to the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.

Successful completion of the Web Development program of study will fulfill requirements of the Business and Industry endorsement or STEM endorsement if the math and science requirements are met. Revised - July 2020

Occupations Median _{Wage Openings} Annual % Growth Web Developers $67,912 1,079 39% Web Administrators, Computer Occupations $85,197 1,616 20% Software Developers $104,499 6,311 30%

GRCTC PATHWAY

COURSE INFORMATION: WEB DEVELOPMENT

COURSE

NUMBER/NAME SERVICE ID/CREDITS PREREQUISITES (PREQ) GRADE

8K100, 8K105DC

Principles of Information Technology 13027200 (1 credit) None 9-10

8O110, 8O115DC

Computer Science I H 03580200 (1 credit) PREQ: Algebra I 9-12

8K220

Foundations of User Experience N1302809 (1 credit) None 10-12

8K310, 8K315DC, 8K715DC MST 8K973S (Spring) GRCTC Web Design 03580820 (1 credit) None 11-12 N1302814 (1 credit) None 10-12

13028000 (2 credit) PREQ: A minimum of two_{high school information}

technology (IT) courses 12

8K972S (Fall) GRCTC

Adv User Experience Design

8K980 GRCTC

Practicum in Information Technology - Web Design

03580900 (1 credit) 11-12 8K410, 8K415DC, 8K785DC MST Independent Study in Technology Applications None 8K115S DC

Information Technology

8O130

TSDS PEIMS Code: A3580300 (APCSPRIN) Grade Placement: 9-10, Credit: 1

Prerequisites: Algebra I.

Content requirements for Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science Principles are prescribed in the College Board Publication Advanced Placement® Curriculum Framework: AP Computer Science Principles, published by The College Board

Advanced User Experience Design

8K972S (Fall) GRCTC

TSDS PEIMS Code: N1302814 (ADVUXD) Grade Placement: 10–12, Credit: 1 Prerequisites: None.

The Advanced User Experience (UX) Design course allows students to apply skills in science and art to make technology useful, meaningful, memorable and accessible to all users. Students will use knowledge from the Foundations of User Experience Design course to expand the research, design, programming, testing, and communication skills essential for success in this user-focused career field.

Computer Maintenance

8K710MST, 8K715DC MST, 8K906 GRCTC, 8K907DC GRCTC TSDS PEIMS Code: 13027300 (COMPMTN)

Grade Placement: 10–12, Credit: 1 Prerequisites: None.

In Computer Maintenance, students will acquire knowledge of computer maintenance and creating

appropriate documentation. Students will analyze the social responsibility of business and industry regarding the significant issues relating to the environment, ethics, health, safety, and diversity in society and in the workplace as related to computer maintenance. Students will apply technical skills to address the IT industry and emerging technologies.

Computer Science I H

8O110, 8O115DC

TSDS PEIMS Code: 03580200 (TACS1) Grade Placement: 9-12, Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Algebra I.

Computer Science I will foster students' creativity and innovation by presenting opportunities to design, implement, and present meaningful programs through a variety of media. Students will collaborate with one another, their instructor, and various electronic communities to solve the problems presented throughout the course. Through data analysis, students will identify task requirements, plan search strategies, and use computer science concepts to access, analyze, and evaluate information needed to solve problems. By using computer science knowledge and skills that support the work of individuals and groups in solving problems, students will select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create solutions, and evaluate the results. Students will learn digital citizenship by researching current laws and regulations and by practicing integrity and respect. Students will gain an understanding of the principles of computer science through the study of technology operations, systems, and concepts. The six strands include creativity and innovation; communication and collaboration; research and information fluency; critical thinking; problem solving, and decision making; digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts.

Information Technology

8K220

TSDS PEIMS Code: N1302809 (FOUNDUX) Grade Placement: 10–12, Credit: 1 Prerequisites: None.

In Foundations of User Experience (UX), students will analyze and assess current trends in a fast- growing career field that creates meaningful, approachable, and compelling experiences for users of an array of products, services, and or initiatives of companies, governments, and organizations. Students will gain knowledge of introductory observation and research skills; basic design thinking and applied empathy methodologies; collaborative problem-solving and ideation; and interaction design and solution development (includes digital tools). The knowledge and skills acquired enable students to identify real-world problems through research and data-driven investigation to design solutions while participating in collaborative problem-solving. Students will be introduced to agile practices and methodologies to develop skills to take the solutions from conceptual sketch to digital designs using

professional software tools. Students will explore how to improve the quality of user interactions and perceptions of products, experiences, and any related services.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

8K300, 8K305DC

TSDS PEIMS Code: N130280 (GIS) Grade Placement: 10–12, Credit: 1 Prerequisites: None.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a course designed to introduce students to Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (RS) technology through academic study and applied instruction. Students will be introduced to terminology and concepts relating to GIS/RS technology and will apply these concepts through the use of GIS software programs. Students will participate in structured, applied learning exercises taken from existing data sources, as well as conduct new study of these data sources through self-driven study and analysis. An ongoing emphasis of the use of GIS and RS technology in various career fields will enhance the applied learning activities and exercises. Skill-based training in GIS is designed to introduce students to the use of GIS software and software extensions through academic study and extensive applied instruction. Students will be introduced to terminology and concepts relating to GIS and apply these concepts through the use of industry standard software.

Independent Study in Technology Applications

8K410, 8K415DC, 8K785DC MST

TSDS PEIMS Code: 03580900 (First Time Taken) (TAIND1) Grade Placement: 11–12, Credit: 1

Recommended prerequisite: a minimum of one credit from the courses in the Information Technology Career Cluster

In Independent Study in Technology Applications, through the study of technology applications foundations, including technology-related terms, concepts, and data input strategies, students will communicate information in different formats and to diverse audiences using a variety of technologies. Students will learn to make informed decisions; develop and produce original work that exemplifies the standards identified by the selected profession or discipline; and publish the product in electronic media and print. Students will practice the efficient acquisition of information by identifying task requirements, using search strategies, and using technology to access, analyze, and evaluate the acquired information. By using technology as a tool that supports the work of individuals and groups in solving problems, students will select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create

solutions, and evaluate the results. The six strands include creativity and innovation; communication and collaboration; research and information fluency; critical thinking; problem solving, and decision making; digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts.

Information Technology

8K730MST, 8K735DC MST

TSDS PEIMS Code: N1302803 (INTNET1) Grade Placement: 10–12, Credit:1 Prerequisites: None.

The Internetworking Technologies I course is normally comprised of the courses called Cisco CCNA R&S: Introduction to Networks (CCNA 1) and Cisco CCNA R&S: Routing and Switching Essentials

(CCNA 2). The Introduction to Networks course introduces the concept of networking, using various analogies to help the student understand the movement of packets throughout the Internet, and the protocol standards used. The Routing and Switching course moves the student into the theory of

“moving packets.” The concepts of routing and switching “packets” to the correct destination is covered, and how a network administrator can direct and/or streamline this process through device configuration and deployment.

Internetworking Technologies II (CISCO II)

8K740MST, 8K745DC MST

TSDS PEIMS Code: N1302804 (INTNET2) Grade Placement: 10–12, Credit: 1

Prerequisites: Internetworking Technologies I

The Internetworking Technologies 2 course is normally comprised of the courses called Cisco CCNA R&S: Scaling Networks (CCNA 3) and Cisco CCNA R&S: Connecting Networks (CCNA 4) The CCNA 3 course covers the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in larger and more complex networks. Students learn how to configure routers and switches for advanced functionality. The CCNA 4 course discusses the Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network. The course enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements.

Networking

8K930 GRCTC, 8K935DC GRCTC

TSDS PEIMS Code: 13027400 (NETWRK) Grade Placement: 10–12, Credit: 1 Prerequisites: None.

In Networking, students will develop knowledge of the concepts and skills related to data networking technologies and practices to apply them to personal or career development. To prepare for success, students will have

opportunities to reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems.

Practicum in Information Technology

8K960 GRCTC

TSDS PEIMS Code: 13028000 (First Time Taken) (PRACIT1) Grade Placement: 12, Credit: 2

Prerequisites: A minimum of two high school information technology (IT) courses.

In the Practicum in Information Technology, students will gain advanced knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, implementation, maintenance, evaluation, and assessment of products, services, and systems. Knowledge and skills in the proper use of analytical skills and application of IT concepts and standards are essential to prepare students for success in a technology-driven society. Critical thinking, IT experience, and product development may be conducted in a classroom setting with an industry mentor, as an unpaid or paid internship, as part of a

capstone project, or as career preparation.

Practicum in Information Technology - Web Design

8K980 GRCTC

TSDS PEIMS Code: 13028000 (First Time Taken) (PRACIT1) Grade Placement: 12, Credit: 2

Prerequisites: A minimum of two high school information technology (IT) courses.

In the Practicum in Information Technology, students will gain advanced knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, implementation, maintenance, evaluation, and assessment of products, services, and systems. Knowledge and skills in the proper use of analytical skills and application of IT concepts and standards are essential to prepare students for success in a technology-driven society. Critical thinking, IT experience, and product development may be conducted in a classroom setting with an industry mentor, as an unpaid or paid internship, as part of a

Information Technology

8K100, 8K105DC, 8K700MST

TSDS PEIMS Code: 13027200 (PRINIT) Grade Placement: 9–10, Credit: 1 Prerequisites: None

In Principles of Information Technology, students will develop computer literacy skills to adapt to emerging technologies used in the global marketplace. Students will implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace environment. Students will enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and reasoning skills and apply them to the information technology environment.

Project-Based Research (CISCO III)

8K750S MST, 8K755S DC MST (Fall)

TSDS PEIMS Code: 12701500 (First Time Taken) (PROBS1) Grade Placement: 11–12, Credit: 1

Prerequisites: Internetworking Technologies II (CISCO II).

Project-Based Research is a course for students to research a real-world problem. Students are matched with a mentor from the business or professional community to develop an original project on a topic related to career interests. Students use scientific methods of investigation to conduct in-depth research, compile findings, and present their findings to an audience that includes experts in the field. To attain academic success, students must have opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings.

Project-Based Research

8K760S MST, 8K765S DC MST (Spring)

TSDS PEIMS Code: 12701510 (Second Time Taken) (PROBS2) Grade Placement: 11–12, Credit: 1

Prerequisites: 8K750, 8K755S DC MST Project-Based Research (CISCO III).

Project-Based Research is a course for students to research a real-world problem. Students are matched with a mentor from the business or professional community to develop an original project on a topic related to career interests. Students use scientific methods of investigation to conduct in-depth research, compile findings, and present their findings to an audience that includes experts in the field. To attain academic success, students must have opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings.

Raster-Based Geographic Information Systems

8K400, 8K405DC

TSDS PEIMS Code: N1302806 (RBGIS) Grade Placement: 10–12, Credits: 1

Prerequisites: Geographic Information Systems.

This course introduces the principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data sets including raster-based information such as images or photographs. Students will study local problems and acquire information, including images or aerial photographs, process the data they acquire, and merge the acquired data with vector data. Students will plan, conduct, and present solutions for locally-based problems.

Information Technology

8K210

TSDS PEIMS Code: N1302807 (SPATECRS) Grade Placement: 10–12, Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Raster-Based GIS.

This course is designed to provide students with instruction in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) technology. Students will receive instruction in standard geospatial extension software and geospatial tools, including global positioning systems (GPS), and continued training in GIS project management and problem solving. Each student will participate in applied learning activities with emphasis placed on planning, conducting, and presenting special projects dealing with the use of GIS/RS tools and data.

Web Communications

8K115S DC

TSDS PEIMS Code: 03580810 (TAWEBCM) Grade Placement: 9, Credit: 0.5

In Web Communications, students will acquire knowledge of web communications and technological operations and concepts. This is an exploratory course in web communications. The six strands include creativity and innovation; communication and collaboration; research and information fluency; critical thinking; problem solving, and decision making; digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts.

Web Design

8K310, 8K315DC, 8K715DC MST 8K973S (Spring) GRCTC

TSDS PEIMS Code: 03580820 (TAWEBDN) Grade Placement: 9-12, Credit: 1

Prerequisites: None.

In Web Design students will acquire knowledge of web design and technological operations and concepts that support creativity, innovation, collaboration, information fluency, critical thinking and decision making. The six strands include creativity and innovation; communication and collaboration; research and information fluency; critical thinking; problem solving, and decision making; digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts.

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Texas Education Agency Career and Technical Education Methods of Administration (MOA)

Public Notification of Nondiscrimination in Career and Technical Education Programs

Garland Independent School District offers career and technical education programs from the 16 nationally established career cluster areas. Admission to these programs is based on interest in subject, aptitude, required prerequisites and course availability.

It is the policy of Garland Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

It is the policy of Garland Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Garland Independent School District will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and

vocational programs.

For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Susanna Russell, Chief Leadership Officer at 501 S. Jupiter Road, Garland, TX 75042 (972) 487-3041, and/or the Section 504 Coordinator, Michael Clark, Coordinator, Special Education at 501 S. Jupiter Road, Garland, TX 75042 (972) 487-3310.

Agencia de Educación de Texas Educación Técnica y de Profesión

Aviso público de no discriminación en los programas de educación técnica y de profesión (Notificación Publica de No Discriminación en Programas de Educación T écnica y Vocacional)

Garland Independent School District ofrece programas de educación técnica y de profesión de las 16 áreas de profesión establecidas a nivel nacional. La admisión a estos programas se basa en el interés del alumno por la materia, su aptitud, los requisitos establecidos y la

disponibilidad del curso.

Es norma de Garland Independent School District no discriminar en sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo o impedimento, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación de 1972, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.

Es norma de Garland Independent School District no discriminar en sus procedimientos de empleo por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, impedimento o edad, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación, de 1972, la ley de Discriminación por Edad, de 1975, según enmienda; y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.

Garland Independent School District tomará las medidas necesarias para asegurar que la falta de habilidad en el uso del inglés no sea un obstáculo para la admisión y participación en todos los programas educativos y vocacionales.

Para información sobre sus derechos o los procedimientos de queja, comuníquese con la Coordinadora de Título IX, Dra. Susanna Russell, Executiva de Liderazgo, en 501 S. Jupiter Road, Garland, TX 75042 (972) 487-3041, y/o con el Coordinador de Sección 504, Michael Clark, Coordinador, Educación Especial, en 501 S. Jupiter Road, Garland, TX 75042 (972) 487-3310.

Cơ Quan Giáo Dục Texas Giáo Dục Nghề Nghiệp và Kỹ Thuật

Phương Pháp Quản Trị (MOA)

Thông Báo Công Khai về sự Không Phân Biệt Đối Xử trong các Chương Trình Giáo Dục Nghề Nghiệp và Kỹ Thuật

Khu Học Chánh Garland cung cấp chương trình giáo dục nghề nghiệp và kỹ thuật từ 16 khu vực nghề nghiệp được thành lập trên toàn quốc. Việc nhập học vào các chương trình này dựa trên sự quan tâm đến môn học, năng khiếu, điều kiện tiên quyết và khóa học có sẵn.

Chính sách của Khu Học Chánh Garland là không phân biệt đối xử dựa vào sắc tộc, màu da, nguồn gốc quốc gia, giới tính hay khuyết tật trong các chương trình, dịch vụ hoặc hoạt động nghề nghiệp theo Tiêu Đề VI của Đạo Luật Quyền Công Dân năm 1964, như đã sửa đổi; Tiêu Đề IX của Bản Sửa Đổi Giáo Dục năm 1972; và Mục 504 của Đạo Luật Cải Huấn năm 1973, như đã sửa đổi.

Chính sách của Khu Học Chánh Garland là không phân biệt đối xử dựa vào chủng tộc, màu da, nguồn gốc quốc gia, giới tính, khuyết tật hoặc tuổi tác trong các hoạt động làm việc theo Tiêu Đề VI của Đạo Luật Quyền Công Dân năm 1964, như đã sửa đổi; Tiêu Đề IX của Bản Sửa Đổi Giáo Dục năm 1972; Đạo Luật Kỳ Thị Tuổi năm 1975, như đã sửa đổi; và Mục 504 của Đạo Luật Cải Huấn năm 1973, như đã sửa đổi. Khu Học Chánh Garland sẽ tiến hành các bước để bảo đảm rằng sự kém khả năng Anh Ngữ sẽ không cản trở cho việc nhập học và tham gia vào tất cả các chương trình giáo dục và nghề nghiệp.

Để biết thông tin về các quyền hoặc thủ tục khiếu nại của quý vị, hãy liên lạc với Điều phối viên Title IX, Tiến sĩ Susanna Russell, Giám đốc Lãnh đạo tại 501 S. Jupiter Road, Garland, TX 75042 (972) 487-3041 và / hoặc Điều phối viên Mục 504, Michael Clark, Điều phối viên, Giáo dục Đặc biệt tại 501 S. Jupiter Road, Garland, TX 75042 (972) 487-3310.