STEM & Information Technology cluster

Networking Systems Pathway

Level 1. Introductory

Principles of Information Technology

Explore computer science fundamentals, from how computers work to programming in Scratch and Python.

About Course

Unlock the world of computer science

In the 'Principles of Information Technology' course, students start with learning how computers work and move to programming in Scratch, covering key concepts in computer science.

The course advances to Basic Python, where students actively engage in creating, writing, and troubleshooting their own programs and mini-games.

Skills

Skill-up approach

PC settings and operations

  Operating systems

Scratch coding

Presentation Software 

Spreadsheets  

Algorithmic thinking 

Cryptography and Storage

Conditional Blocks and Loops

Python Fundamentals 

Syllabus

Step-by-step to the Result

1

Basics of Computer Science

  • Computer settings;

  • Operating systems;

  • Cybersecurity basics;

  • Presentation Software.

Project: Presentation on Stuxnet

2

What can you do with code

  • Programming terms & concepts;

  • Scratch programming.

Project: Scratch mini-game project 

3

IT as an ecosystem

  • PC Hardware;

  • Cloud Storage;

  • E-communication;

  • Data analysis Software.

Project: Data analysis project

4

Introduction to Python

  • Python in the workplace

  • Basic Python concepts

Project: Turtle chase simulation Hardware

5

Python control structures

  • Operators

  • Conditionals and Loops

Project: Weather forecast display app

6

Impact of Computing

  • Beneficial and Harmful Effects

  • Digital Divide

  • Computing Bias

Hands-on Projects

Case-based Portfolio

"Principles of Information Technology" projects

The course features a variety of engaging projects, including developing games and applications in Scratch and Python, as well as creating practical and creative projects using Google Workspace tools.

The final project challenges students to design a windowed application that solves a real-life task, such as a task tracker, calendar, or graphing calculator, applying their newfound coding skills in a practical and impactful way.

Testimonials

What Our Students Think

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  • Ethan

    Summit Public Schools

    I'm able to learn something I'm actually passionate about.

  • Emma

    Longview Public Schools

    It is a great opportunity to learn some valuable skills we will most likely need later in life.

  • Layla

    Longview Public Schools

    I enjoy how inclusive it is and how the teacher makes sure we have a firm understanding of the subject.

  • Sofia

    SWAN Kids School

    I like how the teacher helps incorporate every student into learning whether it's just answering questions, or reading, and sharing work.

  • Olivia

    Longview Public Schools

    I get to learn new things everyday.

  • Emberlyn

    Atlas Public Schools

    I love how creativity is unlimited.

  • Dylan

    Tulsa Public Schools

    The course is unique, not something I would expect to learn in school.

  • Shrey

    Uplift Education

    I find our projects very exciting and I look forward to them every day.

Tech Requirements

Fully web-based learning for a seamless implementation

Hardware & Software & Internet Speed

  • PC/Laptop or Chromebook;

  • Web camera and Headset;

  • Stable Internet connection from 30 Mbit/s/

Web tools only

  • Scratch;

  • Python Web IDE;

  • Google Workspace

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