| Grade Range: |
| | 11–12 |
| Prerequisites: |
| | Foundations in Information Technology 1,2, AP Computer Science Principles 1,2 , Cybersecurity Linked Learning 1,2 |
| Course duration: |
| | Two semesters |
| Subject area in which graduation credit will be given: |
| | Practical Arts |
| UC subject area satisfied: |
| | g - College Preparatory Elective |
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| Course Description: |
| | Cybersecurity 3,4 prepares students for post-secondary information technology majors and for careers in network administration and information technology support services with a focus on cybersecurity. This course provides hands-on knowledge, critical thinking, and skills development in computer hardware, operating systems, networking, coding and security infrastructures. Industry-based network and virtual image environments are used to emulate real-life scenarios and prepare students for Industry recognized certifications. Students also research ethical and legal standards, leadership, information administration, and mitigate cyber vulnerabilities through problem-solving scenarios requiring critical thinking, incident response and analysis, and collaboration. The course is designed to ensure an understanding of privacy, reliability and integrity of information systems for students preparing for careers in cybersecurity and information communications technology. |
| State Course Code(s): |
| | 8132 - Advanced Systems Programming (Capstone) |
| Basic Texts and Teaching Guides: |
| | No adopted text. School choose from among available resources. |