Computer Information Technology

Level 1

L1 CIT
This course is designed to give students the skills needed to troubleshoot, repair, upgrade, and maintain computer
systems. Students who take this course will develop a solid base foundation for a career within the Information
Technology industry. Students learn about all aspects computer components such as installation, configuration,
maintenance, and troubleshooting. Networking fundamentals, laptop hardware, printer configuration and maintenance, operating system installation and configuration, security methods, mobile devices, and troubleshooting methods are also covered in this level 1 course. Students taking this course will take the TestOut PC Pro certification exam and have the opportunity to prepare for and possibly take the CompTIA A+ certification exam.
Recommended Grades: 10th-12th

Level 2

L2 CIT
This course is designed to give students the skills needed to troubleshoot, repair, upgrade, and maintain network systems. This course focuses on the fundamental concepts of operation, installation, and configuration of the hardware and operating system software for computer networks. Network topologies, protocols, cabling systems, and server operating system software installation and service configuration are covered, with an emphasis on entry-level skills for network professionals. Students taking this course will take the TestOut Network Pro certification exam and have the opportunity to prepare for and possibly take the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of L1 CIT – Computer Repair
Recommended Grades: 11th-12th

Level 3

L3 CIT
This course is designed to develop, strengthen and extend the computer repair and networking skills students acquired in the L1 and L2 Computer Information Technology courses. The first two semesters of this course will focus on more in depth networking skills and concepts, which include, but are not limited to, server management, network security, and WAN technologies. The last two semesters of this course focus on industry certification preparation and project based learning opportunities such as job shadowing, internship, employment or community service. Students taking this course will have the opportunity to take the TestOut Security Pro certification exam and have the opportunity to prepare for and possibly take the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of L2 CIT – Networking
Recommended Grades: 12th

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