Computers are the engines that drives our economy. As the computer industry continues to grow, new job opportunities emerge. Exciting careers from IT specialists, to software programmers, to interactive media specialists, are becoming more and more desirable. The SCCTC Information Technology curriculum focuses on the key elements of these IT-related careers and gives our students a strong base of knowledge and experience, giving them an advantage in the competitive marketplace.

Businesses recognize the impact of promotional media. Discover how to create, design, and produce interactive multi-media products and services through the development of digitally generated or computer enhanced media.

Students learn skills in a variety of hands-on activities. In fact, 75% of the coursework involves hands-on assignments and projects that complement the textbook applications. During the two-year program, assignments are developed that will help each student create a digital portfolio of their work which is posted on the web.

Skills Learned: 3D Graphics and Animation • Digital Photography • Image Editing - Adobe CS2 • Web Design Application/Theory - HTML/XHTML Language - Dreamweaver - Flash • Graphic Design Theory • Multimedia Production • Video Editing - Adobe Premiere • Sound Editing • Microsoft Office Professional • Basic Business Concepts

Facts

• Information Technology is for students interested in a career working with computer technology who may want to attend college to get an associate or bachelor's degree.
• A student can earn up to 27 free college credits.
• A $2,400 College Scholarship is available to qualified students.
• The demand for IT workers continues to grow. IT is listed in the top three of the fastest growing occupations according to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-2007 edition.
• "What's Hot in Ohio: Job Outlook to 2012" listed IT as one of the top ten fastest growing occupations in Ohio to 2012.
• IT students are members of Business Professionals of America. Students have the opportunity to gain leadership experience, participate in state and national events and meet other students within their career fields.