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Plug Into a Pathway that Will Wire You for Tech Success
We’re all wired differently. Do you dream of a career as a software designer? Long to develop cutting-edge websites or game-changing apps? View yourself as a budding data scientist? If this sounds like you, then you might want to plug into a career in IT and programming. The VUSD Information Technology Pathway offers computer-driven and tech-obsessed students a strong entryway into both a college degree and a career path in this well-paying, always-expanding industry. Students can choose from a wide range of courses available to help build and strengthen an array of skills needed in the IT and programming environment of today…and tomorrow.
What You'll Learn
From 9th grade upward, enroll in A-G approved courses to start preparing for your career in the IT/programming industry. Classes include:
- AP Computer Sci Principles (concentrator)
- AP Computer Science A (capstone)
What You’ll Do
Take what you’re learning in the classroom into the real world and experience for yourself all that awaits you in the always-interesting and ever-evolving IT/programming industry. Immersive and insightful experiences include:
- Guest Speakers
- Field trips to local colleges
- Interactive opportunities with LinkedIn
- Entree to employment roundtable events
Who You Can Be
Kickstart your career path with top-tier academic instruction and industry-leader insights. The Information Technology pathway prepares you for potential careers such as:
- Programmer
- Software Developer
- Software Designer
- Web Developer
- Application Developer
- Data Scientist
Industry Average Wages: $86,550
Projected Industry Growth: 21%
What You Need to Know
VUSD’s Information Technology Pathway offers a comprehensive collection of courses designed to give students a strong foundation in IT/Programming — and a head start on a degree and career in this always-interesting and ever-expanding field.
Students (9th grade and up) who enroll in the two sequenced courses in this pathway will build core competencies and confidence while enhancing their abilities in highly valued skills such as project planning and development, algorithmic thinking, structured programming, object-oriented programming, C++, Java, and Javascript. They’ll also benefit from insights and connections afforded by guest speakers, field trips to local colleges, and even a visit to LinkedIn headquarters.
Once you have gained the skills and knowledge in this pathway, there are many options for your next steps after high school - some you can even begin pursuing before you graduate!
2 Year
AST Computer Science - Moorpark College
4 Year
BS Computer Science - CSU Channel Islands