Description of program
IT (Information Technology) is a program that prepares students for jobs in the computer field, handling such things as the installation, repair, maintenance and management of computers and network systems. In addition to the IT courses offered, there are two Computer Science courses that enhance computational thinking and problem solving skills.
If you are interested in these things, you will like this program
Computer Infrastructure, Computer Repair, Networking, Computer Security, Motherboard Troubleshooting, Digital Content Management, Operating System Management, Mobile Devices, Cloud Computing, Programming, Problem-Solving
This program is great preparation for the following careers
- Computer and Information Research Scientist (Projected Salary: $140,910*)
- Computer Network Architect (Projected Salary: $130,390*)
- Computer Programmer (Projected Salary: $98,670*)
- Computer Support Specialist (Projected Salary: $61,550*)
- Computer Systems Analyst (Projected Salary: $103,790*)
- Database Administrator (Projected Salary: $123,100*)
- Information Security Analyst (Projected Salary: $124,910*)
- Network and Computer Systems Administrator (Projected Salary: $96,800*)
- Software Developer (Projected Salary: $131,450*)
- Web Developer (Projected Salary: $95,380*)
EARNING POTENTIAL IN ALABAMA ACCORDING TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Information Security Analyst – $145,137
Software Developer – $212,000
Available certifications
Certiport ITS Device Configuration and Management, Certiport ITS Network Security, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Competency in Tech+, CompTIA Competency in Networking with Cisco Devices, CompTIA Network +, CompTIA Tech+ –
Coursework and descriptions
Information Technology Fundamentals — Students are introduced to the knowledge base and technical skills needed for information technology careers. Computer basics, hardware and software installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and networking basics skills are learned.
Computer Maintenance and Troubleshooting — Students are exposed to computer hardware, computer operating systems, network architecture, network protocols, technology career opportunities and network design and security.
Network Fundamentals — Students explore the processes of networking basics, networking designs, systems and security.
Programming Foundations – Students will be exposed to the Alabama Digital Literacy and Computer Science (DLCS) standards using a variety of unplugged strategies, as well as block-based and text-based programming languages.
AP Computer Science Principles – Students learn to design and evaluate solutions and to apply computer science to solve problems through the development of algorithms and programs. Students can take the AP Computer Science Principles exam at the end of this course.
Here’s something else you need to know
Students will have the opportunity to analyze computer parts and assemble them in a virtual/simulated lab environment.
For more information on this program
Contact the program director, Michelle Funderburg at
mfunderburg@gadsdencityschools.org.
*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025.
