Represent the logical flow of a program graphically.
Examples: flowcharts, data traces, input/output charts
Utilize and explain techniques for code commenting and documentation.
Example: inserting meta text in source code
Design a program that uses mathematical operations, data, functions, looping and iteration, sequencing, abstraction, lists, and selection.
Examples: if-else statements, comparison
Design a program using visual modeling software to illustrate abstraction of languages from the solutions.
Examples: Appian, Claris FileMaker, DWkit, Google AppSheet, Looker 7, Mendix, Microsoft PowerApps, OutSystems, Robocoder Rintagi, Salesforce Lightning, Sisense, Skyve Foundry, Temenos (formerly Kony), SIB Visions VisionX, Wix Editor X, Yellowfin 9, Zoho Creator
Design a program that passes arguments and parameters (variables).
Evaluate algorithms based on given designs to discuss their efficiency, correctness, and clarity.
Examples: analyzing and comparing execution times, testing with multiple inputs or data sets, debugging
Construct programs that utilize logical algorithms from specifications and requirement statements.
Create a model software program which involves coding, testing, and documenting according to industry coding standards and guidelines.
Explain how strings of 0s and 1s are used in programming.
Summarize how numerical values are represented using different bases, including decimal and binary.
Demonstrate how numbers with decimals can have fixed-point or floating-point representations in binary.
Compare and contrast quantum and classical computing notation systems.
Example: qubits
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.
Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
Advocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of information and technology tools specific to the industry pathway.
Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.
Use technology to collaborate with peers and/or experts to create digital artifacts that can be published online for a target audience.
Formulate new ideas, solve problems, or create products through the design and engineering process by utilizing testing, prototypes, and user feedback.
Develop short- and long-term budgets for information technology services for a given customer.
Example: Research and price out a spending plan including amounts for supplies, preventive maintenance, repairs, hardware replacement, and hardware and software upgrades.
Apply active listening to determine customer needs and tailor a response that communicates resolutions to meet the needs of diverse clients and environments.
Document the resolution of problems, including both successful and unsuccessful steps taken when attempting to reach solutions.
Describe the process of incident reporting and explain its importance.
Identify potential safety hazards and take preventive action to maintain a safe environment.
Examples: cable management, surge protection, static discharge
Formulate and document a support plan for a given situation, including the identification of system support requirements.
Manage network user accounts, assign account privileges, produce required documentation, and maintain training manuals in a given simulated environment.
Manage software systems, system configurations, and virus protection software.
Develop and produce a system design to meet end-user system requirements in a given scenario.
Evaluate software to recommend products that meet various system specifications and user requirements.
Install antivirus and malware software.
Perform routine and preventive maintenance on laptops and portable devices to maintain security and optimal operation.
Evaluate the technology equipment and requirements of a given business scenario to determine what upgrades are needed.
Examples: select new components, determine best purchase options to unify the type of computers considered
Research and explain the importance of appropriate use of various electronic media and communication devices by individual employees within an enterprise organization.
Example: role play or simulate a work scenario around current ethical issues, use of social media to promote organization mission or goals
Examine the advantages and disadvantages for employers of maintaining network security policies and protocols for network users within a given organization.
Example: review of internet traffic, acceptable use policy, code of ethics, company security protocols
Demonstrate ethical customer service skills in a simulated work environment where personal identifiable information (PII) is accessible.
Examples: network group policies ensuring that all PII is stored on secure systems
