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Rochester Public Schools has four levels of Computer Science and IT classes avilable to all students.

Level 1 (no prerequisites):

IT Launch is a one-semester, 1/2-credit introductory course to the world of IT and CS. You will learn about game design, web design, mobile apps, electronics, and more! Students with little-to-no experience should start here.

IT Infrastructure is a full-credit block class taught at CTECH for students who are interested in how hardware, software, and networks are built and supported. It is a hands-on class with the possibility of earning a CISCO certification. IT Infrastructure is appropriate for students of all grades and abilities.

Level 2 (some prerequisites):

Mobile Computer Science Principles is a full-year, full-credit foundational course which covers the entire spectrum of Computer Science. It is suitable for students who have taken a Level 1 course, or who have some prior programming experience.

Data Science with Python is all about analyzing large data sets using the Python programming language. It is suitable for students who have taken a Level 1 course, Mobile CSP, or who have some prior programming experience.

Level 3 (definite prerequisites):

Javascript Web Design is a college-level deep-dive into the Javascript programming language for the web. Students should have taken a Level 2 course or be very familiar with programming concepts.

AP CSA is a college-level, intense Java programming course. One of the above courses, Algebra 2, or instructor approval is required.

Level 4 (post-AP):

Algorithms and Data Structures is a second-year-college-level programming course in Python. Students must have taken AP CSA or receive instructor approval to register for this course.