The focus of this course is to provide students with a conceptual background in computer science. The major emphasis is on programming methodology, algorithms, and non-dynamic data structure in the JAVA language. This course prepares a student for advanced placement in computer science by means of the Advanced Placement Examination Level A in Computer Science of the College Entrance Board. Students are expected to take the accompanying AP Exam, which may qualify them for advanced standing in college and/or college credit.

The AP Computer Science Principles course is designed to be equivalent to a first-semester introductory college computing course. In this course, students will develop computational thinking skills vital for success across all disciplines, such as using computational tools to analyze and study data and working with large data sets to analyze, visualize, and draw conclusions from trends. The course engages students in the creative aspects of the field by allowing them to develop computational artifacts based on their interests. Students will also develop effective communication and collaboration skills by working individually and collaboratively to solve problems, and will discuss and write about the impacts these solutions could have on their community, society, and world. This course may not be used for a math credit. This course is equivalent to the Software Engineering (PLTW) course. Therefore, students who have taken the Software Engineering (PLTW) course should not enroll in this AP Computer Science course as additional credit will not be granted. Students are expected to take the accompanying AP Exam, which may qualify them for advanced standing in college and/or college credit.

This course introduces students to the Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program, the importance of citizenship, the elements of leadership, the U.S. government, and the value of scholarship in attaining life goals. Additional instruction includes: the principles of health and first aid, geography, orienteering, map reading skills, survival skills, financial skills, and overview of the U.S. Navy, naval ships and aircraft. The importance and promotion of a healthy lifestyle including physical fitness, proper diet, controlling stress, and drug awareness are pursued at the fundamental level. Students electing to use JROTC 1 in 9th grade as a substitution for their physical education graduation requirement must enroll in the full-year health course in tenth grade. The health course will include ninth and tenth grade health, CPR, and Family Life Education. Inperson courses will include Driver Education; however, if a school does not have the minimum enrollment to support an in-person health course, students will be enrolled in a virtual course.

This course builds on the general introduction provided in Navy JROTC 1, to further develop the traits of citizenship and leadership, introduce cadets to the technical areas of naval science, the role of the U.S. Navy in maritime history, and the vital importance of the world's oceans to the national security of the United States. An introduction to maritime history including the American Revolution, the American Civil War, the rise of the United States to world power status, World Wars 1 and 2, the Cold War era, the 1990s, and conflict in the new millennium is provided. Additional instruction in the nautical sciences will include an introduction to maritime geography, oceanography, meteorology, astronomy, and the physical sciences.

This course broadens a student's understanding of the principles of military leadership, citizenship, discipline, the concept and significance of teamwork, the intrinsic value of good order and discipline in the accomplishment of objectives, and the importance of sea power and national security. Students gain a more in-depth knowledge of naval ships, aircraft, and an introduction to marine navigation and seamanship. It includes instruction in sea power and national security, naval operations and support functions, military law, and international law and the sea. It provides an introduction to ship construction and damage control, shipboard organization and watch standing, and naval weaponry.

This course prepares junior cadets for the real world through training in leadership and ethics. Seniors will be placed in positions of leadership under supervision and will analyze their performance throughout the year. Classroom activities include seminars, reading assignments, presentations, and practical work with junior cadets. Students also investigate topics in cyber technology and space exploration.

Students acquire advanced skills in design, multimedia, and web development by applying project management principles to create professional quality digital media projects. Work-based learning experiences allow students to apply layout and design techniques in realworld situations. Students create portfolios that include a résumé, certifications earned, and a variety of print, multimedia, and website projects produced in the course. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills This course connects to the following career pathways: Information Technology Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

Students study basic management concepts and leadership styles as they explore business ownership, planning, operations, marketing, finance, economics, communications, the global marketplace, and human relations. Quality concepts activities, project management, problem solving, and ethical decisionmaking are an integral part of the course. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. This course connects to the following career pathways: Business Management & Administration

Students will work individually and in groups to explore computer concepts, operating systems, networks, telecommunications, emerging technologies, and career opportunities related to the information technology field. Students will apply problem-solving skills to reallife situations through word processing, spreadsheets, databases, multimedia presentations, and integrated software activities. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. This course connects to the following career pathways: Information Technology

Students apply creativity and technology to create visual design, multimedia projects, and web projects, using industry-standard software. Work-based learning experiences allow students to apply layout and design techniques in real-world situations. Students create portfolios that include a résumé, certifications earned, and a variety of projects produced in the course. Contextual instruction and student participation in cocurricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. This course connects to the following career pathways: Information Technology Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

This course is designed for secondary school students to develop real-life, outcome-driven approach skills for digital citizenship, basic computer operations, keyboarding, application software (word processing, spreadsheets, multimedia applications, databases), and career exploration. This course promotes skills that can be applied across the curriculum and offers preparation relevant to 21st century skills and postsecondary education. Students who successfully complete this course may be eligible for a rigorous and relevant industry certification examination. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. This course connects to the following career pathways: # Information Technology

Degree Type Career Pathways Information Technology Career Cluster The Information Technology Career Cluster is focused on building linkages in information technology occupations for entry level, technical and professional careers related to the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia and systems integration services. Check with your counselor to see which pathways are offered at your school. # Schools Battlefield High School, Brentsville District High School, Colgan High School, Forest Park High School, Freedom High School, Gainesville High School, Gar-Field High School, Hylton High School, Independence Nontraditional High School, Osbourn Park High School, Patriot High School, Potomac High School, Unity Reed High School, Woodbridge High School # Information Support & Services Pathway Careers in Information Support and Services involve IT deployment, including implementing computer systems and software, providing technical assistance and managing information systems. Successful IT deployment implementation of computer systems and software, provision of technical assistance, creation of technical documentation and management of information systems is critical to the success of most 21st century organizations. People with expertise in Information Support and Services are in high demand for a variety of positions in organizations of all sizes and types, doing work such as integrating multiple databases at a global investment company, enabling employees to share information between the New York, Paris and Hong Kong offices and improving service to customers. | | | | --- | --- | | Title |