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Service Area: Information Solutions
Career Cluster: Information Technology

 

Career Pathway:
Programming & Software Development

A career in Programming and Software Development involves designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software solutions to address specific needs. Professionals in this field utilize programming languages and development tools to create applications, websites, or systems that enhance efficiency and functionality. Continuous learning and staying abreast of emerging technologies are essential for success in this dynamic and rapidly evolving career pathway.

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Potential Course Sequence

*ICCSD Graduation Requirements

Subject Area Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Credits
Career Pathway Electives Introduction to Computer Science PLTW - Computer Science Principles
  • PLTW Principles of Engineering
  • PLTW Digital Electronics
  • PLTW Computer Integrated Manufacturing
  • AP Computer Science A
  • Web Design
  • Cybersecurity
Elective credits
*English English 9 English 10/10H Language Arts Language Arts 4 years,
60 credits
*Math Math Class Math Class Math Class Math Class 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Math courses for graduation are Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry.  
*Social Studies Social Studies Class Social Studies Class Social Studies Class Social Studies Class (optional) 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Social Studies courses for graduation are Government 1, Government 2, Economics, U.S. History, and World History.  
*Science Science Class Science Class Science Class Science Class (optional) 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Science courses for graduation are Earth & Space Science, Physical Science or Chemistry, and Biology.  
CTE Electives See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. Elective credits
Fine Arts Electives See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. Elective credits
World Languages Electives Level 1 or Level 2 Level 2 or Level 3 Level 3, Level 4,
or AP
Level 4, Level 5,
or AP
Elective credits
*Physical Education Physical Education
(one trimester)
Physical Education
(one trimester)
Physical Education
(one trimester)
Physical Education
(one trimester)
4 years,
20 credits
*Health See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. 1 trimester,
5 credits

 

View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions

Career-Related Electives


  • Cybersecurity 

  • Intro to Business

  • Personal Finance

  • Marketing & Sales

  • PLTW Intro to Engineering Design

  • Computer Applications

  • Media Literacy & Communications

  • Public Speaking

  • Psychology 

  • Sociology

*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.

Career-Related Activities


  • Technology Student Association

  • TEAMS (Tests of Engineering Aptitude, Mathematics, and Science

  • FIRST Robotics

  • FRC Robotics

  • Science Olympiad

  • Business Professionals of America (BPA)

Internship Experiences


College Admission Requirements


See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.

Potential College Programs


  • Computer Science

  • Computer Networking

  • Software Engineering

Future
Careers


  • Computer Software Development

  • Network and System Administration

  • Programmer

  • User Experience Designer

  • Website Designer

  • Cybersecurity

Community Partnerships


  • ICCSD Technology 

  • Leapfrog Technologies

  • UI - Driving Safety Research Institute

  • Bio:Neos, Inc

  • ACT

  • Pearson