Grades 9-12 Course Catalog - Plano Independent School District

401051 Computer Science I – AP This course serves as an introduction to computers and the study of
Grade Placement: 11 – 12
Prerequisite: Algebra II
Credit: 1
What’s next? Computer Science III or Computer
Science III Honors
managing and processing information. The emphasis is on solving
real world problems by means of computer programming (software
engineering). Students will learn thoroughly the Java programming
language and apply those skills in exploring how computers work.
Some topics covered include object-oriented techniques, file
management, data structures, classes, objects, graphics, debugging,
hardware components, and social implications. The course includes
an in depth treatment of the AP Simulation Case Study. Students will
have the option of taking the AP exam for which many colleges will
grant up to 3 hours of college credit. For Computer Science I – AP
students, this course may be taken to fulfill the 4 th year of
mathematics requirement for graduation.
403501 Computer Science III This course has four main goals: develop advanced software
Grade Placement: 12
Prerequisite: Computer Science 1
Credit: 1
engineering skills in the Java programming language; teach
advanced data structures such as linked lists, trees, classes, and
data files; expose students to the development and analysis of classic
computer algorithms such as sorting, searching, recursion, and
numerical analysis; recognize the ethical and social implication of
computer use. Students will develop major software projects over
topics such as databases, sorting, business applications, and
graphics.
403531 Computer Science III
Honors
Grade Placement: 12
Prerequisite: Algebra II ,Computer Science I, and
teacher approval or Computer Science AP or
Computer Science IB SL
Credit: 1
556601 Internetworking
Technologies 1
(Cisco CCNA I & II)
Grade Placement: 11 – 12
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Credit: 1
556651 Internetworking
Technologies 2
(Cisco CCNA III & IV)
Grade Placement: 12
Prerequisite: Internetworking Technologies 1
(Cisco CCNA I & II)
Credit: 1
This course has four main goals: develop advanced software
engineering skills in the Java programming language; teach
advanced data structures such as linked lists, trees, classes, and
data files; expose students to the development and analysis of classic
computer algorithms such as sorting, searching, recursion, and
numerical analysis; recognize ethical and social implications of
computer use. Students will develop major software projects over
topics such as databases, sorting, business applications, and
graphics.
This course teaches networking through the PISD Cisco Networking
Academy Program and prepares students for industry standard
certifications. Topics include LANs, the OSI model, addressing, and
routing. Students who successfully complete the first two semesters
of the program are eligible to earn Cisco Certified Entry Network
Technician (CCENT) certification. Students who successfully
complete two years (four semesters) of the program are eligible to
earn Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
Students may continue this training at any Cisco Academy.
This course teaches networking through the PISD Cisco Networking
Academy Program and prepares students for industry standard
certifications. Topics include WANs, routers, TCP/IP addressing,
routing protocols, and network troubleshooting. Students who
successfully complete two years (four semesters) of the program are
eligible to earn Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
certification.
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All courses may not be offered on every campus.