Technology Support Career Pathway

Technology Support Pathway

The Information Support and Services  pathway , is one of the four pillars within the  Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) California Career Technical Education (CTE) model.  This pathway will introduce students to the foundational concepts of Informational Technology (IT), computer networking across systems,  computer services and software, technical trouble shooting and information and communication administration. The Information Support and Services  courses are intended for students that have never considered a career in Information and Communication Technologies as well as those that are already actively  interested.  

Technology Support Pathway Schedule of Courses

CIS-71: IT Essentials - One Year

CIS-103: Technical Support as a Profession  - One Semester  

CIS-194: Microsoft Windows Client Administration - One Semester  

Internship Program - One Semester

What can students expect by participating in this program?

• Equitable and accessible  curriculum that will provide skills necessary for a successful careers 

• Better understanding and practice of Informational Technology (IT), Computer Networking , computer systems administration and technical support 

• Development of the necessary 21st Century Skills - critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity

• Opportunity to earn college credit through our dual enrollment and articulated courses with Cabrillo College 

• Mentors and internships with leading ICT industry 

• Participation in school student tech support teams 

• Access to college and career fairs

• Confidence in technology expertise and career readiness

We encourage all students with an interest in computer systems administration and technical support to participate in our Information Support and Services Pathway, either to prepare for a career in Tech, or to simply expand their expertise.