Information Technology: Networking Systems
Statewide Program of Study
The Networking Systems program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing and implementing computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks.
This program of study may also include exploration into analyzing science, engineering, and other data processing problems to implement and improve computer systems.
This Program of Study is in our
Information Technology Career Cluster
This cluster focuses on building linkages in IT occupations for entry-level, technical, and professional careers related to the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.
Pathway Courses
Below are the classes that are taken in this pathway.
Having an asterisk * by the course name represents it being an advanced course.
Level 1
Principles of Information Technology
Level 2
Computer Maintenance or AP Computer Science Principles
Level 3
Networking/Lab
Level 4
Practicum in Information Technology
Expanded Learning Opportunities
Learning beyond the walls of the classroom is extremely important to making sure you are college and career ready. See what we offer for this pathway.
Exploration Activities
Join TSA
Work-Based Learning Activities
Earn an IT certification
Job shadow a computer
network architect or
support specialist
Industry-Based Certifications
Computer Networking (Level 3)
CompTIA A+ Certification (Level 4)
Postsecondary Opportunities
Explore what degrees that will continue your learning past high school.
Aligned Occupations
Below are potential careers that are aligned with this pathway. Review their salaries and job trends.
Computer Network Architects
$111,633
Median Wage
1,082
Annual Openings
23%
Growth
Computer Systems Analysts
$87,568
Median Wage
5,937
Annual Openings
29%
Growth
Computer Network Support Specialists
$68,037
Median Wage
1,824
Annual Openings
19%
Growth