Computer Systems Networking

Computer Systems Networking
IT Teacher: Mr. D.J. Rodkey
Cisco Networking Academy

Required Courses for Program Completion: IT Essentials, Cisco Networking Part I, Cisco Networking Part II, Workstation/Server Operating Systems, Foundations of Technology, Honors Intro to Engineering, Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Raspberry Pi, and Capstone Internship-9 credits total.

Additional Courses Taught: CVA IT Explorations, CVA Game Design

With the advent of the Internet and the related increase in the use of computers in the world, individuals with skills in computer technologies are in great demand. Support in the form of computer networking, operating systems, troubleshooting, and repair is in particularly high demand. Carlisle High School offers the training to earn certifications in the following areas: networking (Cisco-CCNA), PC operations, maintenance and repair (A+), and workstation and server operating systems (MCSE). Students may take classes with or without certification goals in mind or complete the entire Information Technology sequence in preparation for a career or post-secondary education in an information technology related major or entry level IT positions. Regardless of the choice, students entering these courses will experience instruction and hands-on training that is “cutting edge” and “state-of-the-art”. As a recognized Program of Study by the Department of Education, students can take advantage of many statewide articulation agreements to gain post-secondary credits.