Information Technology is designed to
introduce students to the world of information technology-computer hardware,
software and terminology. Students will rotate through the four programs
in the pathway during Level1 & Level 2, and then work toward the
certifications needed in the industry during their final two years.
The four programs are:
- Computer
Programming & Interactive Media
- Computer
Networking & Cyber Security
- Information
Systems Management
- Electronics
& IT Support
Students enrolled in the Network
Engineering Technology program will study official CISCO curricula covering the
CISCO Routing Internet Operating System. Students will pursue their
certification as a CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA). Network engineering
covers subjects such as designing, installing, and configuring world-wide
computer networks, computer network wiring, network security, network
management, network connections to the internet, network protocols, web page
hosting, installing and configuring Desktop Operating Systems and installation
and distribution of software applications across the
network. Students can also cross train between Computer Network
Engineering Technology and Computer Technology to pursue a Microsoft Certified
Product Specialist in various Microsoft Network and Desktop Operating Systems
and software applications.
Certifications
- CCENT
- CompTia A+
- CompTia Security+
Potential Career Opportunities:
Post-Secondary Education:
There are several programs that can provide you with
ways to earn a college degree in less time and for less money. One way is through SOAR – Students Occupationally and Academically
Ready. These are free college credits
earned while at York Tech. These are
called articulated credits and these can save you time and money. Please click below to see the credits you are
eligible to earn through this program.
Please click here for SOAR Credits
Uniform:
Students at York Tech
are required to wear a uniform. Please
click below for information regarding your technical uniform.
Please click here for technical uniform
Contact
the Instructor:
Mr. Duncan Merkert