Students are introduced to basic knowledge of computer hardware and software; physical computing and operating systems using the Raspberry Pi small single-board computer; website design using HTML & CSS; robotics using Lego or Pepper; and the binary number system.

Students will install, configure, and troubleshoot computers and mobile devices; identify common security threats like phishing and spoofing; develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills using both real equipment and Cisco Packet Tracer; and prepare for industry certification exams.

Students will practice networking, Internet of Things (IoT), and cybersecurity skills virtually with Cisco Packet Tracer; develop programming skills with Python; perform basic installation and configuration of Linux software; understand and apply the basics of the Linux Command Line Interface (CLI).

Students will build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes; configure routers, switches, and end devices to provide access to local and remote network resources and to enable end-to-end connectivity between remote devices; develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills using real equipment and Cisco Packet Tracer; Configure and troubleshoot connectivity to a small network using security best practices; demonstrate their knowledge and skills in a capstone project.