Information Technology Services (ITS) & Cybersecurity
Grade Level: 11, 12
Credits: 4.5 per year (1.5 per trimester)
Location: Onsite
Dates: Year-Long Program
Pre-Requisite: None - prior computer-related courses recommended, STEM classes
Program Description: The ITS & Cybersecurity program is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the installation, troubleshooting, and management of computers, hardware, and computer networks in alignment to industry standards. Students will also learn physical and cybersecurity fundamentals along with ethical hacking practices. Program fees apply.
Year 2 option available with instructor permission.
High School Credit Equivalencies: 1.5 - Technical/3rd Year Math; 3.0 - CTE
College Credits (Subject to Change): Students who successfully complete course competencies and have earned a grade of C or better may be eligible to earn college credits from one of the following institutions:
Bates Technical College: up to 15 credits
Clover Park Technical College: up to 37 credits
Pierce College: up to 15 credits
Certifications:
1st year students: A+, PC Pro, ETA Computer Service Technician, ETA Data Cabling Installer
2nd year students: Network+, Network Pro, Security+, Security Pro, PenTest+, Ethical Hacker Pro
Careers in this field:
Computer Technician - Help Desk Technician - Network Engineer - Information Technology Technician (IT) - Information Security Analyst - Database Administrator - Telecommunications Technician