Information, Communication and Cybersecurity

Learning Pathways & Course Progression

Students develop expertise in network infrastructure, cybersecurity operations, telecommunications, and IT policy. The sequence builds from digital literacy and networking fundamentals through ethical hacking, incident response, and enterprise-level security management using industry-grade virtual simulation platforms.

Design, implement, and manage the voice, video, and data networking systems of organizations. Includes instruction in telecommunications concepts and technologies, network operations and management, wireless communications and mobile computing, cybersecurity, regulation and public policy, business practices and management, and written and oral communications.

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Courses

IT Fundamentals & Digital Systems, Networking & Systems Administration, Cybersecurity Operations & Threat Analysis, and Enterprise Security Architecture & Management

Focus Areas

Computer Hardware & Software Components, Operating Systems (Windows, Linux Basics), Introduction to Networking Concepts, Digital Citizenship & Cyber Ethics, and Basic Troubleshooting Methodology

Key Tools & Equipment

ST Engineering Virtual Simulation Platform (Intro), Network Lab Workstations, VR Cybersecurity Training Modules, Grid Wall Display Systems

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Year-by-Year Learning Progression

Four-Year Course Sequence 

Grade 9: Foundation

IT Fundamentals & Digital Systems

Grade 10: Development

Networking & Systems Administration

Grade 11: Advanced Application

Cybersecurity Operations & Threat Analysis

Grade 12: Capstone & Certification

Capstone: Enterprise Security Architecture & Management