Computer Science

• The Computer Science Pathway provides academically rigorous courses that prepare students for careers in computer technology.
• Students are engaged in relevant hands-on curriculum that provides education and training in computer science.
• Courses cover computer science and programming; use of programs such as Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint; object-oriented programming and problem solving; and working with data.

• AP Computer Programming - Java 
  10 Credits | UC/CSU: C Honors | Grade level 11-12
  
  The AP Computer Science course introduces students to computer science with fundamental topics that include problem solving, design strategies and methodologies, organization of data (data structures), approaches to processing data (algorithms), analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing. The course emphasizes both object-oriented and imperative problem solving and design. These techniques represent proven approaches for developing solutions that can scale up from small, simple problems to large, complex problems. Students prepare for the AP exam in Computer Programming.
   
• Computer Science Essentials
  10 Credits | UC/CSU: D | Grade level: 9-12
  
  This course emphasises computational thinking and collaboration. Students will be exposed to a diverse set of computational thinking concepts, fundamentals, and tools allowing them to gain understanding and build confidence. Students will use visual, block-based programming and seamlessly transition to text-based programming with languages such as Python to create apps and develop websites, and learn how to make computers work together to put their design into practice. Students will apply computational thinking practices, build their vocabulary and collaborate just as computing professionals do to create products that address topics and problems important to

  them.
   

• AP Computer Science Principles
  10 Credits | UC/CSU: D | Grade level: 9-12
  
  Computer Science Principles (CSP) is a PLTW course to implement the College Board’s new AP CS Principles framework. Students work in teams to develop computational thinking and solve problems. The course does not aim to teach mastery of a single programming language but aims instead to develop computational thinking, to generate excitement about the field of computing, and to introduce computational tools that foster creativity. The course also aims to build students’ awareness of the tremendous demand for computer specialists and for professionals in all fields who have computational skills. Each unit focuses on one or more computationally intensive career paths. The course also aims to engage students to consider issues raised by the present and future societal impact of computing. Students practice problem solving with structured activities and progress to open-ended projects and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation, communication, and other professional skills. Problems aim for ground-level entry with no ceiling so that all students can successfully engage the problems. Students with greater motivation, ability, or background knowledge will be challenged to work further. This course may not be of offered every year.
  
   

• Computer Integrated Manufacturing
  10 Credits | UC/CSU: G | Grade level: 10-12
  
  Computer Science Principles (CSP) is a PLTW course to implement the College Board’s new AP CS Principles framework. Students work in teams to develop computational thinking and solve problems. The course does not aim to teach mastery of a single programming language but aims instead to develop computational thinking, to generate excitement about the field of computing, and to introduce computational tools that foster creativity. The course also aims to build students’ awareness of the tremendous demand for computer specialists and for professionals in all fields who have computational skills. Each unit focuses on one or more computationally intensive career paths. The course also aims to engage students to consider issues raised by the present and future societal impact of computing. Students practice problem solving with structured activities and progress to open-ended projects and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation, communication, and other professional skills. Problems aim for ground-level entry with no ceiling so that all students can successfully engage the problems. Students with greater motivation, ability, or background knowledge will be challenged to work further. This course may not be of offered
  every year.
   

• Game Design and Development

• Computer Technology

• Computer Programmer
• Software Developer
• Systems Analyst
• Data Base Analyst 
• Computer Network Architect
• Information Systems Manager
• Information Technology Specialist
• Computer Hardware Engineer
• Information Research Scientist

California currently has more than 86,000 open computer jobs, making it one of the most in-demand career fields. It is also one of the higher-paying fields.

College Credit Available!

Pathways provide:

• Challenging academics and technical skills that link academics with a career 
• Hands-on learning 
• College and career readiness
• Career awareness and exploration for career preparation
• Career counseling and mentoring 
• Real world applications and experience 
• Internship and work-based learning opportunities

• Academic training 
• Guest speakers
• Computer terminology and skills
• Hands-on experience with software 
• Job shadowing, internship opportunities