• Grade Level: 11, 12

    Credits: 4.5 per year (1.5 per trimester)   

    Location: Onsite

    Dates: Year-Long Program

    Pre-Requisite: None - prior computer-related courses recommended, STEM classes

    Program Description: The ITS & Cybersecurity program is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the installation, troubleshooting, and management of computers, hardware, and computer networks in alignment to industry standards. Students will learn cybersecurity fundamentals and automation for factories using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Program fees apply.

    Year 2 option available with instructor permission.

    High School Credit Equivalencies: 1.5 - Technical/3rd Year Math; 3.0 - CTE

    Course equivalencies may require sending district administrator or counselor approval. Please check with your school counselor for more information.
    For specific school district equivalencies, see the Program Credit Equivalencies document located in the Enroll Now section.

    College Credits (Subject to Change): Students who successfully complete course competencies and have earned a grade of C or better may be eligible to earn college credits from one of the following institutions:

    Bates Technical College: up to 10 credits

    Clover Park Technical College: up to 17 credits

    Pierce College: up to 10 credits

    Certifications: A+; Network+; Security+; PC Pro; MCSE

    Careers in this field:
    Computer Technician - Help Desk Technician - Network Engineer - Information Technology Technician (IT) - Information Security Analyst - Database Administrator

    2022-23 ITS & Cybersecurity Syllabus ADA