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Best Jobs in America
CNNMoney/PayScale's top 100 careers with big growth, great pay and satisfying work.
- Median Pay: $97,100
- Top Pay: $133,000
- 10-year job growth: 19%
Whether you're Snapchatting with friends or catching Pokémon, you probably spend time every day using the creations of mobile app developers. They aren't necessarily saving the world, but mobile app developers get to create something that can reach millions of people on a daily basis.
That means growing demand for developers who build and update apps so they're secure, user-friendly, and sought after.
Why it's great: Mobile app developers are the first to test out the latest phones, tablets, and wearable devices. "If you like playing around with technology and exploring all the possibilities it offers, this can be a really fun job," says mobile app developer Kyle Craig.
Cybersecurity courses are designed to prepare students for entry into the Information Technology (IT) Industry. Students will have the opportunity to work with computers, ipads , smartphones, routers, switches, access points and servers to expand their experiences.
Dual credit is now being offered through Moraine Valley Community college and Harper Community College. Students who apply will be given the opportunity to receive both District 214 credit AND Moraine Valley credit. Students who apply can receive a Moraine Valley transcript, which can be applied to most four-year colleges.
Students will also have the opportunity to take the CompTIA IT Fundamentals, A+, Network+ and Security+ certification exams at the end of the courses. These exams are not required but give students a leg up on their peers as they prepare to compete for technology related jobs.
Here is a short video that showcases District 214 students and the importance of certifications - https:// certification.comptia.org/it- career-news/post/view/2017/06/ 13/success-starts-with- certifications
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AP Comp Sci Principles / Mobile App Dev 2
AP Computer Science Principles/Mobile APP Development (Computer Education) 10601/10602
Grade Level 10-12 Credit/Semester 0.5 NCAA Prerequisite 09050
Students will continue their development of applications for mobile devices and will expand their use of advanced features and coding principles this collaborative lab based, hands-on course. Upon completion of this course students will be able to take the Advanced Placement exam in Computer Science Principles
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AP Computer Science-A
AP Computer Science-A (Computer Education) 09091/09092
Grade Level 10-12 Credit/Semester 0.5 NCAA Prerequisite Division Head Approval
Students will design and implement computer programs using current computer language. Topics will include searching and sorting techniques, numerical methods, and recursion. Upon completion of this course students will be able to take the advanced placement Computer Science A exam.
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College Cybersecurity / Mobility (Dual Credit)
College Cybersecurity and Mobility (Computer Education) 66241/66242
Grade Level 11-12 Credit/Semester 0.5 NCAA Prerequisite 09091/09092
Students will be exposed to aspects of information security and provides tangible examples of the importance and value of securing data, both for themselves and the organization. Students will be introduced to legislation, local, state and federal privacy policies and liability of individuals and institutions related to data confidentiality and integrity. To be enrolled in this dual credit course, students must meet dual credit prerequisites and complete dual credit requirements. Upon successful completion of this dual credit course, students may receive college/university credit. See dual credit section in academic handbook for details.
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Computer Program Mobile App (iOS App Development)
Computer Programming, Mobile App, and Networking (Computer Education) 09040/09050
Grade Level 9-12 Credit/Semester 0.5 NCAA Prerequisite None
Students will focus on the development of applications for mobile devices and an introduction to computer networking basics. Students will work in teams, using real-world tools and processes to develop and redesign existing mobile apps in addition to building new apps of their own. Students do not need any prior computer programming experience to successfully complete this course.