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Programming & Cybersecurity

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Career Outlook:

Earning Potential:

Median: $124,910/year

* Requires Bachelor's Degree

Job Growth:

29% (Much Faster than Average)

Credentials

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Topics:

  • Computer hardware and operating systems

  • Programming logic and algorithms

  • Introductory coding in multiple languages (such as Python, Java, or C#)

  • Web design and development fundamentals

  • Software troubleshooting and debugging

  • Network configuration and administration

  • Cybersecurity principles and best practices

  • Threat detection and incident response

  • Data protection and encryption basics

  • Ethical hacking and vulnerability testing

  • Digital forensics fundamentals

  • Cloud computing and virtualization concepts

  • System updates, backups, and recovery procedures

  • IT documentation and project management

  • Professional ethics and workplace communication

  • Career exploration and job readiness
  • And more!
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The Programming & Cybersecurity program at Collins Career Technical Center allows students to explore how software and security shape the digital world. Students learn the foundations of computer programming, operating systems, and cybersecurity practices while applying problem-solving skills to real-world scenarios. Through hands-on projects and team-based challenges, they develop the technical and analytical skills needed for future success in IT, software development, or network defense.

What do I.T. Networking Technicians Do?

Students in the Programming & Cybersecurity program design, test, and secure digital systems. They write and debug code, configure operating environments, and learn how to identify and protect against common cyber threats. Working individually and in teams, they create programs, analyze vulnerabilities, and apply critical thinking to solve technical problems. Their work mirrors real-world IT roles where precision, logic, and security awareness are essential.

Careers in this Field

Immediate Careers:

  • Computer Support Specialist

  • Help Desk Technician

  • IT Assistant

  • Junior Web Developer

  • Network Support Technician

  • Cybersecurity Technician (entry-level)

  • Data Entry or Systems Clerk

Careers with an Associate's Degree:

  • Network Administrator

  • Systems Analyst

  • Computer Programmer

  • Cybersecurity Analyst

  • IT Project Coordinator

  • Security Analyst (Ethical Hacker)

  • Cloud Support Specialist

Careers with a Bachelor's Degree or Beyond:

  • Software Engineer

  • Information Security Analyst

  • Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Database Administrator

  • Systems Architect

  • IT Manager

  • Security Consultant

  • Digital Forensics Specialist

These are just a few examples of the many career paths that a student who graduated from our Programming & Cybersecurity program could pursue with different levels of education and training. The field of information technology (IT) offers a wide range of opportunities for those who are passionate about technology and enjoy working with computer systems and networks.

Faculty

Teacher

Joel Utsinger

Joel Utsinger

Computer Science Teacher
School: (740) 867-6641 ext. 379

Academy Supervisor

Shannon Perdue

Shannon Perdue

Technology Academy Supervisor, School Instructional Coach
School: (740) 867-6641 ext. 361

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