COURSE OF STUDY
for
IT ESSENTIALS
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY I
140200
CTEPD 023
WEST SHORE CAREER TECHNICAL DISTRICT
LAKEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
14100 FRANKLIN BOULEVARD
LAKEWOOD, OH 44107
216-529-4163
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Information Technology
IT Essentials Program
West Shore Career Technical Education District
Sincere appreciation goes to the following individuals for their assistance and cooperation in preparing this IT Essentials Program Course of Study.
Lakewood City School’s Board of Education
Dr. David Estrop, Superintendent
Dr. William Wagner, Principal
Mrs. Linda Thayer, Director, West Shore Career Technical Education District
And the Network Systems Advisory Committee:
John Guscott, Manager, Electronic Services, Lakewood Public Library
John Joseph, Network Technician, Lakewood City Schools
Barbara Bowley, Guidance Counselor, Lakewood City Schools
Linda Thayer, Director, West Shore Career Technical Education District
Robert Wakut, Former Networking Student, West Shore Career Technical District
Steve McMaster, Internet Security Engineer, Hurricane Labs
Christine McMaster, Former Parent
Benjamin Lynnet, Networking Student
Kevin Wenderoth, Doan Pyramid Communications
James Zimmerman, Parent, Ohio Lottery Commission
Terese Chevalier, Networking Instructor, West Shore Career Technical District
For their helpful suggestions and encouragement, we recognize all former Networking students and Donna Richmond, Teacher Educator, Kent State University.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IT ESSENTIALS
WEST SHORE CAREER TECHNICAL DISTRICT
PAGE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 2
RESOLUTION/APPROVAL OF BOARD 4
DISTRICT MISSION 5
DISTRICT VISION 5
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION GOALS 6
PROGRAM DESIGN 7
SOPHOMORE SCOPE & SEQUENCE 11
CURRICULUM MAPPING SOPHOMORE YEAR 43
STUDENT ASSESSMENT POLICY 55
RESOLUTION
IT Essentials Program
West Shore Career Technical District
LAKEWOOD CITY SCHOOLS
WHEREAS, the Network Systems Advisory Committee of the Lakewood City Schools has reviewed the IT Essentials Course of Study, and WHEREAS, the course of study is based upon the itWORKS.OHIO Information Technology Career Field Technical Content Standards for Information Technology,
WHEREAS, the Network Systems Advisory Committee has reviewed these competencies and has edited competencies to address local labor market needs, and to acknowledge the school district’s ability to offer specialized programs,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, in accordance with the superintendent’s recommendation, that the Lakewood City Schools adopt the IT Essentials Course of Study.
Approval date: ______
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Superintendent Board President
MISSION OF LAKEWOOD CITY SCHOOLS
In partnership with our families and community, Lakewood City Schools will develop responsible citizens, who are critical and creative thinkers, committed to life-long learning, invested in a diverse society, and prepared for technological and global opportunities.
LAKEWOOD CITY SCHOOLS VISION STATEMENT
In recognition of the need of the community for Life Long Learning, the Lakewood City School District will become the primary provider of academic services for all learners ranging in age from Pre-Kindergarten Children through Adults. In addition, the school district will enhance academic services through improved coordination of social and medical services in partnership with our community and other educational institutions.
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION GOALS
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WEST SHORE CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION DISTRICT
Ø To continue to infuse technology into the curriculum and meet industry standards
Ø Continue to upgrade and modernize career and technical labs and offer a variety of career training opportunities
Ø To continue to partner with post-secondary education institutions to create pathways to foster life-long learning
Ø To develop and maintain active advisory committee membership which offer overall direction and specific occupational knowledge of competencies required in business and industry
Ø To continue to develop ties with parents and community to meet community education needs.
PROGRAM DESIGN
IT ESSENTIALS
WEST SHORE CAREER-TECHNICAL DISTRICT
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY AND GOALS
The philosophy of the IT Essentials program is to provide 10th grade students with a pathway from high school to college and onto careers in order to meet the demands of today’s complex information technology society. The primary goals of this program are to:
1. Integrate mathematics and technical instruction.
2. Learn in a lab setting that simulates a workplace technological environment
3. Provide skills in organization, leadership, planning, and interpersonal communication.
4. Provide a foundation for students to further their technical knowledge on a post secondary level.
5. Develop occupational safety habits and understanding to recognize work hazards.
6. Acquire valuable information technology skills including hardware installation, maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
7. Explore internetworking concepts such as standards, topology, models, protocols, devices, operating systems and applications.
8. Assemble a simple computer network and test its operation.
OVERVIEW OF PROGRAM
The IT Essentials program at Lakewood High School) is a one-year program designed for 10th grade students who are interested in pursuing a Career Technical program in information technology. The program curriculum is based on the itWORKS.OHIO Information Technology Career Field Technical Content Standards for Information Technology. itWORKS.OHIO, serves as the curricular framework for Ohio College Tech Prep and Career-Technical Education programs in information technology. These standards are the result of a collaborative effort by a panel of representatives from secondary, post-secondary and business leaders.
Students are encouraged to take the right classes so that they are prepared for their next step in life. The following pathway chart is a recommended sequence for students interested in this career field.
9th Grade / 10th Grade / 11th Grade / 12th GradeEnglish 1 / English 2 / English 3 / English 4
Algebra 1 or Math Concepts / Geometry or Algebra 1 / Algebra 2 or Geometry / Algebra 2 or Pre Calculus
9th Grade Science / Biology / Chemistry or Sci. Elective / Elective
Social Studies / Social Studies / Social Studies / Elective
Foreign Language / Foreign Language / Network Systems (Cisco) / Network Systems (Cisco)
Introduction to Technology / IT Essentials
Foreign Language / Social Studies
In the 10th, 11th and 12th grade component of the Tech Prep program, all students are part of a seamless curriculum, which allows students to transition into post-secondary programs. Each competency and competency builder in the required curriculum is designated to be introduced, reinforced, or mastered at various levels.
POPULATION SERVED
This program is open to all 10th grade students as long as they are not a safety hazard to self and others in the class.
HOUSING OF THE PROGRAM
The course will be taught in a computer lab classroom with internet access for all students for both online curriculum and online testing. Also there will be a lab utilized for hands-on experience with computers and other hardware not connected to the main school network.
SUPERVISOR OF THE PROGRAM
The teacher of the Network Systems program reports directly to the Director of Career Technical Education.
OCCUPATIONS ADDRESSED
High School Exit Careers / Associate Degree Exit Careers / Baccalaureate Degree Exit CareersIT Technician / Network Technician / Network Administrator
Remote Support Technician / Hardware Installation Coordinator / Network Analyst
Depot Technician / Customer Service Coordinator / Communications Analyst
Help Desk Technician / PC Support Specialist / Network Operations Analyst
BASIC PROGRAM OPERATION
The IT Essentials course will be taught to 10th graders, one period everyday for the entire school year. Program delivery includes a variety of techniques such as class lecture, PowerPoint presentations, demonstrations, computer electronic labs and hands-on lab experience.
INTEGRATED ACADEMICS
Academics are taught outside the program; however, they are integrated as part of the program in order to raise standards.
Math, Science, English and communication concepts are considered as essential and integral parts of the program competencies.
TECHNOLOGY
Technology is an integral part of the IT Essentials program. Computer hardware and software are maintained as state-of-the-art. Instructional delivery of curriculum through technology is the norm for this class.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
This course encourages student participation in in-school and out-of-school leadership, citizenship and cooperation activities.
CRITICAL THINKING AND DECISION MAKING
Develops the use of critical thinking skills in and make wise decisions as an integral part of classroom instruction and laboratory learning activities. Students learn decision making techniques through a problem solving approach. Problem solving includes the identification of options, the selection and testing of an option, and determination of a solution or conclusion.
STATEMENT OF MODIFICATION
Significant academic accommodations and/or modifications of competencies in the IT Essentials curriculum may limit or prevent successful training and/or future employment options in this area. Also, accommodations and/or modification necessary for physical limitations and/or social work behaviors may also limit or prevent successful training and/or future employment options in this area.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This Course of Study conforms to all federal, state and local laws and regulations including Title IX and non discrimination against any student because of race, color, creed, sex, religion, citizenship, economic status, married status, pregnancy, handicap, other physical characteristics, age or national origin. This policy of nondiscrimination shall also apply to otherwise qualified, handicapped individuals.
SCOPE AND SEQUENCE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
IT ESSENTIALS
LAKEWOOD CITY SCHOOLS
(Sophomore Year)
SCOPE AND SEQUENCE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
IT ESSENTIALS
LAKEWOOD CITY SCHOOLS
(Sophomore Year)
IT ESSENTIALS
BIL: Essential: ISS, NS, PSD, IM
EDU: / 10 / 12 / ADNS / P
Competency 1.2: Demonstrate basic knowledge of the information technology impact on society
TPO: Using an online database, research various topics to demonstrate basic knowledge of the information technology impact on society. This document will be evaluated with a rubric.
Clear Learning Target: I Can...:
1.2.1 Discuss how information technology impacts people and is used in business/ industry/government and other institutions
1.2.2 Discuss the impact of information technology on career pathways in business/industry (e.g., how computers have both eliminated and created jobs)
1.2.3 Describe the psychological, physical, and health risks associated with information technology (e.g., Web addiction, carpal tunnel syndrome, gaming)
1.2.4 Discuss possible security risks posed by the use of information technology and associated safeguards
1.2.5 Discuss possible effects of natural disasters on business operations
1.2.6 Discuss the evolution of international telecommunications standards and trends
1.2.7 Discuss the impact of computers on access to information and information exchange worldwide
1.2.8 Identify issues and trends affecting computers, information and personal privacy
1.2.9 Identify ethical issues that have surfaced in the information age
1.2.10 Explain how information technology affects the natural environment (e.g., disposal of equipment, energy use, use of natural resources)
Correlated English Language Arts Academic Content Benchmarks
· Organize information from various resources and select appropriate sources to support central ideas, concepts and themes. (Research C, 8-10)
· Communicate findings, reporting on the substance and process orally, visually and in writing, or through multimedia. (Research E, 8-10; Research E, 11-12)
· Compile, organize and evaluate information, take notes and summarize findings. (Research B, 11-12)
BIL: Essential: ISS, NS, PSD, IM
EDU: / 10 / 12 / ADNS / P
Competency 1.3: Demonstrate knowledge of information technology basics
TPO: Using reference materials obtained on the manufacturer’s web site, demonstrate knowledge of information technology basics by listing major hardware components located inside the computer.
Clear Learning Target: I Can...:
1.3.1 Identify classifications of computing platforms
1.3.2 Identify the elements of the information processing cycle (i.e., input, process, output, and storage)
1.3.3 Identify major hardware components and their functions
1.3.4 Identify types of computer storage devices
1.3.6 Identify major operating system fundamentals and components
1.3.7 Identify the role of the binary system in information technology
1.3.8 Explain the role of number systems and internal data representation in information technology
1.3.9 Access needed information using company and manufacturers' references (e.g., procedural manuals, documentation, standards, work flowcharts, Internet/Intranet resources)
1.3.10 Discuss the need for asset management (e.g., hardware, software licensing)
Correlated Mathematics Academic Content Benchmarks
· Identify subsets of the real number system. (Number B, 8-10)
· Apply properties of operations and the real number system, and justify when they hold for a set of numbers. (Number C, 8-10)
· Connect physical, verbal and symbolic representations of integers, rational numbers and irrational numbers. (Number D, 8-10)
· Compare, order and determine equivalent forms of real numbers. (Number E, 8-10)
BIL: Essential: ISS, NS, PSD, IM
EDU: / 10 / 12 / ADNS / P
Competency 1.4: Demonstrate knowledge of software associated with information technology
TPO: Upon completion of reading the online curriculum, demonstrate knowledge of software associated with information technology by explaining the difference between open source and commercial operating systems without the use of handouts.
Clear Learning Target: I Can...:
1.4.1 Describe the key functions of systems software
1.4.6 Explain intellectual property (e.g., software, images, open-source, documentation)
Correlated English Language Arts Academic Content Benchmarks
· Demonstrate comprehension of print and electronic text by responding to questions (e.g., literal, inferential, evaluative and synthesizing). [Reading Process B, 8-10; Reading Process B, 11-12]
BIL: Essential: ISS, NS, PSD, IM
EDU: / 10 / 12 / ADNS / P
Competency 1.5: Evaluate career opportunities in information technology
TPO: Using information obtained in a current newspaper, evaluate career opportunities in information technology according to a class handout.
Clear Learning Target: I Can...:
1.5.1 Identify entry-level positions
1.5.2 Identify possible career pathways within regions in Ohio, the United States and globally
1.5.3 Compare the types of positions included in Information Support and Services, Network Systems, Programming and Software Development, and Interactive Media (e.g., compensation, benefits, travel, quality of life)
1.5.5 Research job opportunities
1.5.7 Identify factors influencing employment opportunities (e.g., outsourcing, offshore)
1.5.8 Identify education and training requirements for selected career pathway
1.5.9 Design a career path for a personal career in information technology (i.e., personal goal setting)
1.5.10 Design a time line for a personal career advancement in the information technology field
Correlated English Language Arts Academic Content Benchmarks
· Use documented textual evidence to justify interpretations of literature or to support a research topic. (Writing Applications D, 8-10)
· Use style guides to produce oral and written reports that give proper credit for sources (e.g., words, ideas, images and information) and include an acceptable format for source acknowledgement. (Research D, 8-10, Research D, 11-12)