Courses:

Cyber: Exploring IT

High School Credits: 1 Credit per course

Students enter the world of computer technology and gain practical experience in assembling a computer system, installing an operating system, troubleshooting computers and peripherals, and using system tools and diagnostic software. They develop skills in computer networking and resource sharing. In addition, students explore the relationships between internal and external computer components. Emphasis is placed on customer service skills and career exploration. Upon successful completion of the course, students may qualify to take the CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification exam. Internship opportunities are available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year. FBLA, the co-curricular student organization, offers opportunities in leadership, community, and competitive events.

Cyber: Systems Tech           

Building on the foundation of Cyber: Exploring IT, this advanced course provides students with training in procedures for optimizing and troubleshooting concepts for computer systems and subsystems. Students explore wireless technologies (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) and create and configure a network. Emphasis is placed on technical proficiency, skill-building, and workplace readiness. The course prepares students for postsecondary education and training, and a successful career in information technology. Upon successful completion of the course, students may qualify to take the CompTIA A+ Certification exam. Internship opportunities are available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year. FBLA, the co-curricular student organization, offers opportunities in leadership, community, and competitive events.

Cyber: SystemsTech DE  

Building on the foundation of Cyber: Exploring IT, this advanced course provides students with training in procedures for optimizing and troubleshooting concepts for computer systems and subsystems. Students explore wireless technologies (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) and create and configure a network. Emphasis is placed on technical proficiency, skill-building, and workplace readiness. The course prepares students for postsecondary education and training, and a successful career in information technology. Upon successful completion of the course, students may qualify to take the CompTIA A+ Certification exam. Internship opportunities are available for this course. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year. FBLA, the co-curricular student organization, offers opportunities in leadership, community, and competitive events.

To enroll in this course, students must meet the college admission criteria. For more information about dual enrollment courses, visit www.fcps.edu/academics/high-school-academics-9-12/advanced-academics/dual-enrollment.  

Program Features

• Build refurbished computers for Fairfax County Public Schools
• Design and build personal computers
• CyberPatriot-National Youth Cyber Education Program
• FBLA

Certifications

• CompTIA IT Fundamentals
• Workplace Readiness Skills
• CompTIA A+

Student Career Pathway Examples

The study of Computer Systems Tech with additional post-secondary study may lead to these careers:

• Computer User Support Specialists *Bright Outlook*
• Computer Systems Analysts *Bright Outlook*
• Network & Computer Systems Administrators
• Computer Hardware Engineers
• Computer Network Support Specialists

Check it Out

• According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for computer network support specialists was $62,250 in May 2015. The top 10 percent earned more than $106,310.

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