10th, 11th, & 12th Grade - This program concentrates on studies required to achieve the CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications. The student becomes skilled at computer maintenance and repair and network design and implementation. The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for computer support technicians. This certification proves competence in areas such as installation, preventative maintenance, networking, security and troubleshooting. The CompTIA Network+ certification proves a technician's competency in managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, installing and configuring basic network infrastructure.

Information technology, even in a tough economy, is a rapidly growing and necessary field. CompTIA certification means increased job security, additional career opportunities and increased credibility in the workplace.

• Algebra I
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Good writing skills

Job opportunities include the following:

• Computer Operator - operates and monitors computer equipment. Performs routine tasks to maintain computer equipment and their peripherals
• Customer Service Technician - Dedicated to customer satifaction on-site or in-house. Assists with computer projects involving service, repair and installation. Suggests the use of products and services. Uses problem management databases. Assists with problem resolution and change management processses.
• PC Technician - Maintains, analyzes, troubleshoots, and repairs computer systems, hardware and computer peripherals. Documents, maintains, upgrades or replaces hardware and software systems. Assists in implementing custom configurations.
• Service Center Technician - Responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of personal computer hardware equipment and peripherals. Works on assignments that are routine in nature, following policies and procedures, where limited judgement is required in resolving problems and making recommendations
• Network Support Technician - Monitors and maintains the company's network systems. Identifies, documents and implements solutions to problems. Performs network back-ups and measures performance.
• Network Analyst - Reviews, plans and evaluates network systems. May troubleshoot network systems and recommend improvements to network. Provides documentaiton, project tracking and management reporting. May provide tactical input on overall network planning and related projects.

Ms. Christine Rick

CompTIA A+

CompTIA network+

CompTIA Security+ (independent study)

CompTIA Linux (independent study)