Miami Lakes Educational Center - Miami-Dade County Public Schools

ACADEMY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYThe Academy of Information Technology is an exciting learning community which provides students with technicalknowledge and skills for employment in computer technology. Four incredible Career Pathway choices are offered,including Computer Systems Technology (Cisco Networking Systems), Electronic Technology, Programming withRobotics & Gaming and Web Design Technology. This is the perfect Academy for students who love computers,electronic gadgets, working with their hands and anything to do with technology. These courses are industry-supportedprograms that can lead to specific certifications such as A+ Cisco Certified Network Associate, Electronic Technician,Game Designer/Programmer, and Web Designer. A certified individual possesses the knowledge and skills essentialfor successful entry-level careers that require networking, electronics, computer programming, and web design skills asdefined by experts from companies across the industry.Students who successfully complete the requirements of this program may receive college credits toward a degree.Students are required to join the Career and Technical Education (CTE) organization related to their Career Pathway:Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) or SkillsUSA.The individual Career Pathways and CTE courses are listed below.Career Pathway(Student Organization)Core CoursesGradeComputer SystemsTechnologyIntroduction to Information Technology 09(Cisco Networking Computer Systems Technology 1 & 2 (IT Essentials) 10Systems)Computer Systems Technology 3 & 4 (CCNA 1 & CCNA 2) 11(SkillsUSA)(MAIs: 4151, 6030) Computer Systems Technology 5 & 6 (CCNA 3 & CCNA 4) 12ElectronicTechnology(SkillsUSA)(MAIs: 4151, 6038)Programming withRobotics & Gaming(FBLA)(MAIs: 6086, 6140)Web DesignTechnology(FBLA)(MAIs: 4151, 6091)Introduction to Information Technology 09Electronic Technology 1 & 2 10Electronic Technology 3 & 4 11Electronic Technology 5 & 6 12Introduction to Information Technology 09Game & Simulation Foundations; Game & Simulation Design 10Business Computer Programming 1; Business Computer Programming 2 –Programming with Robotics11Business Computer Programming 5; AP Computer Science 12Introduction to Information Technology 09Web Design 1 & 2 10Web Design 3 & 4 11Web Design 5 & 6 12The following Career Pathways/courses in Information Technology Academy satisfy the Fine Arts high schoolgraduation requirement (1.0 cr.): Introduction to Information Technology, Game & Simulation Design, Game &Simulation Foundations, and Web Design Technology 1- 6.Industrial Certification Exams (ICEs) are available:Computer Systems Technology (Cisco Networking System): CompTIA, CCNA, CCENTWeb Design Technology: Adobe Certified Associate DreamweaverSome of the approximate costs associated with enrollment in this academy are listed below:• SkillsUSA Dues - $20.00• FBLA Dues - $20.00• Radio Kit - $25.00• Solder Practice Kit - $9.0042