Computer Science

PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Level 1 - 9th and 10th Grade

Course: 8800.H(Y) / 8800.R (Y) - Credit: 1.0 Elective Credit

In Principles of Information Technology , students will develop computer abilities and skills to use existing and new technologies found in schools, and in the worldwide workplace. Students will learn to use skills to get along well with others, and to prepare for changes in workplace conditions. Students will improve reading, writing, math/calculating, communication, and thinking skills and apply them to better use computers and information technology in school, and in the workplace. We explore Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop, Internet and World Wide Web Basics, Communications and Networks as well as Hardware and Software Basics.

Prerequisites: None. *Course includes Articulated Credit with Austin Community College

WEB DESIGN

Level 2 - 10th-12th Grade

Course: 7013.R000.Y - Credit: 1.0 Elective Credit

Web Design provides students with the opportunity to use digital/virtual communications technologies; identify and discuss emerging technologies and their impact; and understand internet history and structure. Students investigate how these areas impact current use as well as acquire, evaluate, and use various web standards as World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), Ecma International, and Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) to make informed decisions and implement standards in original work. Students also summarize the technical needs of a World Wide Web server; develop proficiency in the use of a variety of electronic input devices by incorporating such components while publishing web pages as well as learn basic design principles when creating a website.

Recommended Prerequisites: I.T. Principles

WEB GAME DEVELOPMENT

Level 3 - 11th-12th Grade

Course: 7014.H000.Y - Credit: 1.0 Elective Credit

Web Game Development will provide students with opportunities to use digital media and environments to research, evaluate, and create web forms for database processing. During this course, students will examine both Common Gateway Interface (GCI) and computer-generated imagery (CGI); analyze and summarize streaming media/content and game broadcasting; and review the history of gaming; game types. Students will also investigate career opportunities in programming, gaming, art, design, business, and marketing; develop and create a gaming storyboard and script; implement graphic and game design elements.

Recommended Prerequisites: I.T. Principles & Web Design

PROJECT BASED RESEARCH

Level 4 - 12th Grade

Course: 8210.HA00.Y - Credit: 1.0 Elective Credit

In Practicum of Information Technology students will gain advanced knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, implementation, maintenance, evaluation, and assessment of products, services, and systems. This capstone course includes knowledge and skills in the proper use of analytical skills and application of IT concepts and standards that 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.

Recommended Prerequisites: Minimum of 2 Info Technology cluster courses, 16 years of age

Questions? Contact Roger Morgan in Room 201/ ph. 512-414-2532 Ext. 71986 / email: roger.morgan@austinisd.org

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