Cybersecurity
Program of Study (POS) Outline & Course Descriptions
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Program of Study (POS) Outline & Course Descriptions
Course Scope:
This one-year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles examination. This college-level curriculum emphasizes essential ideas of computer science with a focus on how computing can impact the world. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the Arts/Humanities/CTE credits required for high school graduation. This course may count towards the College and Career Ready Flex Credit requirements for the Standard Diploma.
For more information please see the Course Catalog.
Course Scope:
This introductory year-long course provides students with introductory knowledge related to computer hardware and software, safety procedures, network design and configuration. Areas of emphasis include ethics in cybersecurity, online safety, and securing networks. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the Arts/Humanities/CTE credits required for high school graduation.
For more information please see the Course Catalog.
Course Scope:
This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Cybersecurity I. Areas of emphasis include: computer forensics, incident handling, and investigative objectives. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation.
For more information please see the Course Catalog.
Course Scope:
This one-year course provides students who have achieved all content standards in Cybersecurity an advanced study through investigation and in-depth research. The student collaborates with the supervising teacher to design and implement the topic of study. Coursework may include work-based learning experiences such as internships and job shadowing, involvement in a school-based enterprise, completion of a capstone project, and/or portfolio development. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation and may be repeated.
For more information please see the Course Catalog.