Computers are the engines that drives our economy. As the computer industry continues to grow, new job opportunities emerge. Exciting careers from IT specialists, to software programmers, to interactive media specialists, are becoming more and more desirable. The SCCTC Information Technology curriculum focuses on the key elements of these IT-related careers and gives our students a strong base of knowledge and experience, giving them an advantage in the competitive marketplace.

Students will solve business computer problems through programming techniques and procedures, using appropriate languages and software. Primary emphasis will be placed on object oriented program code found in program languages such as Visual Basic, XHTML, ActionScript and JavaScript. Students will receive hands-on training to design, develop, test, document, implement and maintain applications.

Skills Learned include: Information Technology Basics • Applications Software • Operating Systems • Software Design • Application Programming • GUI/Interface • Programming Theory and Logic • Database Management • Web Design Utilization • Basic Business Concepts • Technical Writing and Documentation

Facts

• Information Technology is for students interested in a career working with computer technology who may want to attend college to get an associate or bachelor's degree.
• A student can earn up to 27 free college credits.
• A $2,400 College Scholarship is available to qualified students.
• The demand for IT workers continues to grow. IT is listed in the top three of the fastest growing occupations according to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-2007 edition.
• "What's Hot in Ohio: Job Outlook to 2012" listed IT as one of the top ten fastest growing occupations in Ohio to 2012.
• IT students are members of Business Professionals of America. Students have the opportunity to gain leadership experience, participate in state and national events and meet other students within their career fields.