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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 10-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:    

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of computing. Students will learn about setting up hardware and networks while experiencing how to maintain and connect to them. Understanding CyberSecurity and digital citizenship is another focus for students to learn about in a technology-dominated world.

Note:  This course prepares students to earn the CompTia ITF+ Certification.

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): Computer Literacy

Course Description:  This course is designed as an exploration of the information technology career pathways. Students will get an introduction to information technology careers so that they can better assess which pathway to pursue. In this course students explore basic concepts in the broad areas of information technology, as well as career options in each area. Students study the concepts of networking information support, web and digital communications, and programming and software development.

Note:  Dual credit can be earned for IT Career Exploration.

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course 

Credit:  1.0 credit 

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): IT Explorations and Intro to Computer Science

Course Description:  Thisvideo game and web interactive design curriculum teaches the foundations of creating video games in JavaScript. While this course is introductory, its curriculum teaches the foundations of computer science and basic programming, with an emphasis on helping students develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills. Once students complete the course, they will have learned material equivalent to a semester college introductory course in Computer Science and be able to program in JavaScript.

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .67 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s):  Computer Literacy or placement exam

Course Description:  Unlock the full potential of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint with our Microsoft certification course. The course moves swiftly using project-based learning to simulate the time management and professionalism of document creation in a workplace environment. To be successful in the course, students need to commit to the course timelines and procedures.

Platform(s):  Students in this course will be expected to access multiple “outside” platforms including GMetrix or TestOut Software, MSi, Certiport (for certification), and Madison College platforms, to name a few.

Personal Computers:  It is strongly recommended that students in this course use a Stride K12 issued computer exclusively for content in this course.

Note: Dual Credit can be earned for Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint. 

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course (1st semester of a 2 semester course)

Credit:  1.0 credit (.5 credit for 1st semester)

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  Web Design is a course that teaches students how to build their own web pages. Students will learn the languages HTML and CSS and will create their own live homepages to serve as portfolios of their creations. By the end of this course, students will be able to explain how web pages are developed and viewed on the Internet, analyze and fix errors in existing websites, and create their very own multi page websites. Students will learn the foundations of user interface design, rapid prototyping and user testing, and will work together to create professional, mobile responsive websites. 

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 11-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  Graphic design professionals and design students alike have embraced Adobe InDesign as the industry standard for page layout software, and this course provides a solid foundation for those looking to learn this program. This course covers all the fundamental concepts, starting with the workspace and proceeding logically and intuitively to more advanced topics in graphic design. Topics covered include, working with text, setting up a document, working with frames, working with color, working with placed images, creating graphics, effects, working with tabs and tables, creating books, and preparing documents for print.

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  .5 credit

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  Adobe Photoshop has long provided cutting edge technology for sophisticated digital editing, and this course provides a solid foundation for those looking to learn this industry-standard program. This course prepares students for the Adobe® Certified Associate Photoshop CC 2015 certification.  Real-world, practical examples and step-by-step instruction throughout offer well-rounded, comprehensive coverage of both artistic and technical features. Topics covered include working with layers, making selections, incorporating color, using type, using tools, special effects and filters, and transformation. Adobe® Photoshop software will be available for students via remote download. 

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course (2nd semester of a 2 semester course)

Credit:  1.0 credit (.5 credit for 2nd semester)

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): IT Explorations and Intro to Computer Science

Course Description: Fundamental topics in this course include the design of solutions to problems through planning, writing, and implementing Java programs, the use of data structures to organize large sets of data, the development and implementation of algorithms to process data and discover new information, the analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing systems. The course emphasizes object-oriented programming and design using the Java programming language.

Note:  Prepares students for the AP Computer Science A Exam.