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Who are Computer Science Pathways students?
CSP students are seeking to prepare for an IT career in computer programming, cyber security, or other IT-related careers either by proceeding directly into the workforce or to college.
Class of 2025 Computer Science Pathways
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What is Computer Science Pathways?
Learners apply principles of computer programming and software development to develop code; build, test, and debug programs; create finished products; and plan, analyze, design, develop, implement, and support software applications.
Topics include information technology, �web development and scripting, object oriented programming,and interactive application development.
Skills will prepare students for careers using technical and academic skills to design, develop, test, document, implement and maintain computer software.
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What is a Career Passport Portfolio?
The Career Passport is a portfolio prepared by secondary and post-secondary education students who have met the established criteria for graduation.
The portfolio is based on assessments of the individual's occupational skills and achievements acquired in their career technical training and may include the following:
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Level I Courses
Computer Logic & IT Fundamentals Semester 1 1.5 credits
Students will learn about information technology/computer concepts including history, security, and societal issues in computing as well as input/output systems, computer hardware, networking and operating systems and software. Student will also learn the basic units of logic: sequence, selection and looping and will apply algorithmic solutions to problem-domain scenarios using commercial and open source applications. (College CTAG Credit available)
Object Oriented Programming (Java)�Semester 2 1.5 credits
Students will learn to represent programming concepts as “objects” that have data fields and associated procedure known as methods. Students will implement classes such as support static, instance method, inheritance, polymorphism, exception handling, and object serialization. Commercial and open source programs and applications will be used. (College CTAG Credit available)
Level I Courses (continued)
Enriched English CP
Semesters 1 & 2 1 credit
This course is designed for college and career-ready students with an emphasis on programming including technical writing, program documentation, project management, proposals and presentations intertwined with English standards including speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities to increase communication skills.
Sample Level I Schedule
7:30-9:30 Computer Logic & IT Fundamentals
9:45-10:45 Enriched English CP
11:00 Students return to their home schools to take courses required for graduation.
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Level II Courses (continued)
Information Technology Capstone
Semesters 1 & 2 1 credit
The IT capstone project gives students the chance to show what they have learned in their studies and apply that knowledge in a capstone project and/or industry certifications.
Enriched English CP
Semesters 1 & 2 1 credit
This course is designed for college and career-ready students with an emphasis on Computer Programming including technical writing, program documentation, project management, proposals and presentations intertwined with English standards.
Sample Level II Schedule
Students take courses required for graduation at their home schools in the morning.
11:15 Students arrive at SMFHS to take CTE courses
11:15-12:15 Enriched English CP
12:30-2:00 Web Development
2:15 Student dismissal and/or return to their �home schools via Compact transportation.
Web Development
Semester 1 1.5 credits
Students will learn the dynamics of the Web environment with an in-depth study of Hypertext Markup Language (HTML5) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS3). Students will create websites with tag text elements, special characters, lines, graphics, hypertext links, and graphical tables while addressing responsive web design and web-based protocols and scripting.
(College CTAG Credit available)
Interactive App & Game Development�Semester 2 1.5 credits
Students will learn skills to support and create interactive and engaging components for web and standalone interactive applications and games. Using commercial and open source programs and applications, students will master web interactivity with advanced techniques.
(College CTAG Credit available)
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Industry Credentials
Artificial Intelligence
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Computer Software and Media Applications
Computer Systems
Cybersecurity
Game and Interactive Media Design
Database Management
Programming
Graphic Design
Informatics
Information Science
Information Systems
Information Technology
Software Engineering
Web Page and Multimedia Design
Webmaster and Web Management
Possible Post-Secondary Majors
App Development
Artificial Intelligence
Cloud Computing
Computational Thinking
Cybersecurity
Databases
Device Configuration & Mgt.
HTML and CSS
Java
JavaScript
Network Security
Networking
Python
Software Development
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Animate
Dreamweaver
After Effects
Premiere Pro
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Computer and Information Technology Occupations
Database Administrators and Architects
Database administrators and architects create or organize systems to store and secure data.
Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's Degree Median Pay: $123,100
Information Security Analyst
Information security analysts plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization’s computer networks and systems.
Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's Degree Median Pay: $120,360
Game/Mobile App Developer
Mobile game developers design and create games for the smartphone app marketplace which include conducting design reviews, programming prototypes, fixing technical issues, and documenting the game design process.
Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's Degree Median Pay: $90,500
Software Developers, Analysts, Testers
Software developers design computer applications or programs. Software quality assurance analysts and testers identify problems with applications or programs and report defects.
Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's Degree Median Pay: $131,450
Web Developers and Digital Designers
Web developers create and maintain websites. Digital designers develop, create, and test website or interface layout, functions, and navigation for usability.
Entry-Level Education: Associate's/Bachelor's Median Pay: $95,380
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Computer and Information Research Scientist
Computer and information research scientists invent and design new approaches to computing technology and find innovative uses for existing technology.
Entry-Level Education: Master's Degree Median Pay: $140,910
Computer Engineer
Computer hardware engineers research, design, develop, and test computer systems and components.
Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's Degree Median Pay: $128,170
Computer Programmer
Computer programmers write, modify, and test code and scripts that allow computer software and applications to function properly.
Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's Degree Median Pay: $98,670
Computer Support Specialist
Computer support specialists maintain computer networks and provide technical help to computer users.
Entry-Level Education: Licensure/Certification Median Pay: $61,550
Computer Systems Analyst
Computer systems analysts study an organization’s current computer systems and design ways to improve efficiency.
Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's Degree Median Pay: $103,800
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Student Success Stories
Tara shares that the CSP program gave him exposure to various computer science fundamentals, along with an extensive knowledge base that increased his confidence and preparedness for his postsecondary and career journey. Tara states, “for aspiring software developers, I wholeheartedly recommend seizing the opportunity presented by CTE. It not only demystifies the path but also equips you with a head start that can make all the difference.”
Tara Khanal, 2018 Cuyahoga Falls graduate and Computer Science Pathways (CSP) completer, began work as an IT Application Developer Associate at Progressive in 2022, after graduating from The University of Akron with a B.S. in Computer Science.
Vibha Mandayam, Stow-Munroe Falls High School ‘21 graduate and Computer Science Pathways (CSP) completer, is currently attending Case Western Reserve University majoring in Data Science. Vibha is an Undergraduate Research Lab Assistant at Case's Solar Durability and Lifetime Extension Center. ”
Vibha shares, “This program taught me the fundamentals of and logic behind both Java and SQL, giving me experience with object-oriented programming and relational database design. I also gained a lot of insight into team communication via the group projects assigned in the class. I would recommend the program to any students interested in computer or data sciences as it teaches many foundational concepts for those fields and offers students the opportunity to discover whether they would want to further pursue the field. It was also very helpful to attend professional networking events!”
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"I would recommend the Computer Science Pathways program because it provides real-world learning that connects your studies to your long-term goals, and it also allows you to explore different career paths within the computer science field. The exposure to many aspects of computer science (sorting, binary, Java, HTML, etc.) was extremely valuable and has all applied to my college studies. The instructor really went out of her way to support my learning and any goals I had within my computer science journey. She encouraged creativity with each assignment, and the field trips were really beneficial to see what my future could look like.”
Penelope Covey, 2024, Stow-Munroe Falls High School graduate and Computer Science Pathways (CSP) completer.
Undergraduate Research Assistant @ Ohio State University, Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
Programming - Subject Code: 145060
Corresponding college course: CTPROG001 - Computer Logic - 3 Semester Hours - Successfully complete ODE secondary course Programming (145060) and receive a qualifying score of 55 or higher on the end-of-course examination.
Object Oriented Programming - Subject Code: 145065
Corresponding college course: CTPROG002 - Java Programming - 3 Semester Hours - Successfully complete the ODE secondary course Object Oriented Programming (145065) and receive a qualifying score of 55 or higher on the end-of-course examination.
Web Design – Subject Code 145010
Corresponding college course: CTIM004 Internet and Web Languages - 3 Semester Hours - Successfully complete the ODE secondary course [Web Design (145010)] and receive a qualifying score of 55 or higher on the end-of-course examination.
Interactive Application Development - Subject Code 145125
Corresponding college course: CTIM005 Graphical Website Design - 3 Semester Hours - Successfully complete the ODE secondary course [Interactive Application Development (145125)] and receive a qualifying score of 55 or higher on the end-of-course examination.
Per the directive by the Ohio Department of Education, CTAGs award college credit for career-technical coursework taken in high school or at a career-technical institution. You are eligible to earn college credit at an Ohio public college or university for the following courses:
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