Henrico Workforce & Career Development (CTE)

COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY I Course No. 8622 cst

COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY II Course No. 8623

Offered at the Advanced Career Education (ACE) Center at Highland Springs

2 years – 6 credits

State Course Title: Computer Systems Technology

Students who enjoy building, repairing, troubleshooting or tinkering around with PC computers, basic electronics and networking will love our class. It not only prepares them for real-world experience in the information technology field, but:

Students can take this program as a stand-alone, 1 year course and earn 3 High School credits; or complete the 2 year program for a total of 6 High School credits.This really helps their GPA!
Students are dual college-credit enrolled. Juniors enjoy earning 6 credits with the instructor here in our classroom.
SkillsUSA competitions are really fun and enjoyable for those who like a competitive edge. We host the annual District Skills USA competition in our computer lab, where Field Engineers, Network Administrators and Technology Entrepreneurs judge students within the district. We’ve made it to Nationals many times and place in the top 5 consistently!
Students prepare and sit for Industry Standard Certifications through companies for Microsoft and CompTIA which lead to IT Career Paths and Cisco Engineering.
Students experience Mock Interviews with vendors such as Federal Reserve Bank, GE Healthcare, ECPI University, HCPS Administrative Staff etc.
Students participate in Job Shadowing which allows them to explore technology career options by spending time with a professional currently working in the field.
Students participate in a Work Experience Program during the 2^nd semester as a senior.