Information Systems Technology (IST) is for students who love technology and are looking for a future job with high pay and a robust occupational outlook. The tech sector is booming, and IT occupations are expected to continue to grow over the next decade. Information Systems Technology focuses on the design, implementation, and management of linked systems of computers and peripherals. Included in the program are the studies of computer repair, networking, web design, the internet and intranet (internal network), as well as the foundations of cybersecurity. Students will leave the program with multiple industry certifications and the option to apply what they have learned to credits at a post-secondary institution.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
CAREER PATHWAYS
CERTIFICATIONS
COLLEGE CREDITS
IST-NETWORKING:
College in the High School – Pennsylvania College of Technology
Program of Study (POS) Statewide Articulations, SOAR
Direct Articulations
NOCTI
IST-TECHNOLOGY:
College in the High School – Pennsylvania College of Technology-->
Program of Study (POS) Statewide Articulations, SOAR
Direct Articulations
NOCTI
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Student should have a good grasp of basic math.
UNIFORMS
A CareerTech blue or gray t-shirt is required. In addition, the following CareerTech items may also be purchased: Polo shirt or zip fleece. Uniforms may be ordered online or purchased at the school store.
OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS
Tim Byers
Mr. Byers is a CareerTech alumnus of the Electronics program. He gained over 20 years of industry experience as an Electronics Mechanic at Nike, Hawk, and Patriot missile systems and computers. Mr. Byers has a bachelor’s degree in Workforce Education and Development from Penn State University and a Master of Science degree in Cybersecurity from the University of Maryland Global Campus.