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Computer Technology (High School)

 
 

Program Description - High School


CONTACT

Thompson Road Campus
6820 Thompson Road, Syracuse NY
Phone:  (315) 431-8503
Melissa Muller, CTE School Counselor
mmuller@ocmboces.org

Cortlandville Campus (Cortland)
1710 NYS Route 13, Cortland NY
Phone:  (607) 758-5262
Rebecca Robertson
rrobertson@ocmboces.org

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The Computer Technology program is designed to prepare high school students for the ever-changing world of computer and information technology. Through a combination of theory and hands-on lab work, this two-year, Cisco-certified program covers the fundamentals of computer and mobile device hardware and software, and advanced concepts such as cybersecurity, networking, and the responsibilities of an IT professional.

As the first step in the computer technology career path, students are afforded the opportunity to earn the industry-recognized Comp TIA IT Fundamentals+ and A+ certifications. Prior to completion, students are also provided with internship experiences and the opportunity to earn a Career & Technical Endorsement on their diploma, which they can achieve by passing the industry-standard technical assessments. Students may also receive up to nine college credits.






 
 








 
Technical Skills
  • Select the appropriate computer components to build, repair, or upgrade personal computers.
  • Install and configure components to build, repair, or upgrade personal computers.
  •  Perform troubleshooting on personal computers.
  • Explain how computers communicate on a network.
  • Configure devices to communicate on a network.
  • Explain how to troubleshoot laptops and other mobile devices.
  • Install a printer to meet requirements.
  • Configure virtualization and cloud computing.
  • Install Windows operating systems.
  • Perform management and maintenance of Windows operating systems.
  • Configure, secure, and troubleshoot mobile and Linux operating systems.
  • Implement basic host, data, and network security.
  • Explain the roles and responsibilities of the IT professional.
Available Academic Credits
  • 3 CTE per year
  • 1 science or math credit per year
  • 1/2 Career & Financial Management (CFM) credit at end of program
Industry Certification
  • CISCO Certified Course
 
Career Opportunities 
  • Repair technician
  • Installation technician
  • IT support specialist
  • Mobile app developer*
  • Hardware engineer*
  • Software developer*
  • Network & systems analyst* 
  • Cybersecurity analyst*
  • Network administrator*
  • Programmer*
  • IT & research scientist* 

 

*Advanced Employment - additional training may be necessary
Continuing Education Partners
  • Onondaga Community College
  • Morrisville State College
  • SUNY Canton
  • Tompkins Cortland Community College