IT Fundamentals
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Course Description
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Course Description
The TestOut IT Fundamentals Pro certification measures an examinee's understanding of foundational concepts related to computer hardware and software, networking, databases, programming, information systems, and data security.
The TestOut IT Fundamentals Pro certification measures an examinee's understanding of foundational concepts related to computer hardware and software, networking, databases, programming, information systems, and data security.
Students will have the opportunity to showcase their accomplishments by participating in Business Professionals of America (BPA) Competitions. It is a “hand-on” class and much of the work is completed independently.
Students will have the opportunity to showcase their accomplishments by participating in Business Professionals of America (BPA) Competitions. It is a “hand-on” class and much of the work is completed independently.
Topics Covered
Topics Covered
- Information Technology Basics
- Computer Hardware
- Computer Software
- Internet Technologies
- Networking
- Databases
- Programming
- Information Systems
- Cybersecurity
Course Prerequisites
Course Prerequisites
- Cybersecurity class
- Good Work Ethic
Certifications
Certifications
Required
Certification Test Total Points: 2000
Certification Test Passing Points: 1450
Certification Test Attempts: 1 - additional attempts at $39 each
Optional
$72 (student discount rate)
Optional (BPA Contest 305 - Device Configuation & Troubleshooting - free testing at NLC)
Certification Test Total Points: 1000
Certification Test Passing Points: 700
Certification Test Attempts: Multiple with restrictions
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Articulation
Articulation
- Language Other Than English: The second credit can be substituted with CTE program completion
- Physical Education & Health: PE/Health credit can be substituted with additional CTE program completion
- Science: One credit of Physics or Chemistry can be substituted with CTE program completion
- Social Studies: One credit of Social Studies (except Govt) can be substituted with additional CTE program completion
- Visual, Performing, and Applied Arts: Credit can be substituted with CTE program completion
Other
Other
- Grades: 9-12
- Length: 1 semester
- Credits: 1/2
Agenda:
Agenda:
