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Web & Social Media Programming Design

Silver Creek High School

Pathway Contact

Imani Butler
butleri@esuhsd.org
(408) 347-5692

Web & Social Media Programming Design

Computer & Information Technologies – Introduction

This course provides students with foundational knowledge of programming and computer science. Students will explore topics of human computer interaction, problem solving, web design, computer programming, data modeling, and robotics. Throughout the course, students will understand the algorithmic underpinnings of computer applications and gain technical expertise using computational tools. Other areas of the sector could be introduced such as software design, networking, game design, information support, and topics like artificial intelligence, and robotics. Social issues in ICT will be introduced such as hacking and cybersecurity, social media usage and protecting personal information, the digital divide, open government data, and ethical computing. Course titles may also include: Exploring Computer Science, Introduction to Computer Science A; Computer Principles; Introduction to Information and Communication Technologies; Introduction to Computer Technologies.

Multimedia – Intermediate

This course allows students to work on various projects such as Web-based businesses, e-portfolios, and mobile apps. Students will learn to create multimedia productions and presentations, implement standard graphical programming techniques for object movement, create graphical user interfaces, and apply graphic design principles and visual communication techniques. Other topics include capturing images by developing camera skills and making choices lenses, depth, motion and lighting, developing digitally generated and enhanced media, modeling, simulation, animation and image retouching.

Web Techonology/Design – Advanced

This course allows students to produce multimedia projects from concept (content gathering/research) to project completion (authoring/transmission) taking into account media that would be used by enterprises or mobile apps for marketing, corporate communication, and public use. As part of these projects students produce professional-level media, images, documents, audio, and video clips and software. Some projects might include Artificial Intelligence methods and behaviors to create web robots (bots) such as chat bots, etc.

Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing,
DevOps, Internet of Things, Networking, Storage, and Wireless Infrastructure. This is just a
sample of the myriad areas of information and communication technology that not only drive
the economy of Silicon Valley but impact every industry and sector in the global economy.

Students in the Software and Systems Development Pathway prepare for careers related to
computer science that involve the design, development, implementation, maintenance, and
management of systems that rely on software programs to satisfy the operational needs of
modern business organizations.

Whether pursuing an advanced degree upon graduation or immediately launching into a
career, this Pathway gives you the knowledge, skills, abilities, experiences and exposure to
opportunities and people that will prepare you for a variety of post-secondary options not
only in IT but any industry.

By the end of the program, you’ll be able to:

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Identified career path to pursue in the Information & Communication Technology field
Networked for future career opportunities
Completed numerous collaborative project-based learning opportunities and enhanced your creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Not only used, but designed and developed technology solutions including databases, information dashboards, websites, mobile applications and more
Leveraged your skills and positioned yourself for higher-wage flexible youth employment and/or freelance self-employment
Had a high school education that sets you apart in your college classroom
Earned at least seven industry-recognized certifications
Received college course credit

What types of real-world opportunities are offered?

World Series of Innovation to think of original ways to help solve big problems and help others
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship National Business Plan Competition to develop entrepreneurial mindset
Collect, organize, store, and analyze data to make insightful predictions
Cooper Hewitt High School Design Competition to design a solution to a unique scenario
Career insights and guidance from industry professionals and thought leaders in leadingedge technology companies
Exclusive, fun, action-packed field trips to leading-edge technology companies that provide a behind the scenes view how things work

What types of classes will I take?

In addition to college preparatory academic courses, you can take specific courses in:

Computer science and software development
Web development
Computer information systems
Business technology applications