Cybersecurity - METSA

R. L. Turner High School
Business & Industry or STEM Endorsement

This four year plan can be used as an example to help plan your high school career.

subject 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th grade
Language Arts English English English English
Math Math Math Math Math
Science Science Science Science Science
Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies
CTE Courses Computer Science I
(1 credit)		 AP Computer Science Principles
(1 credit)

AP Computer Science A
(1 credit)

 Practicum in STEM
(2 credits)
Additional Elective        
Additional Elective        
Additional Elective        

Additional Graduation Requirements:

  • Foreign Language (2 credits)
  • Physical Education (1 credit)
  • Fine Arts (1 credit)
  • Health (1/2 credit)

Possible Industry Based Certifications:

  • Oracle Certified Associate JAVA SE 8 Programmer

  • Oracle Certified Database Associate

  • Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCNET)

  • CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and IT Fundamentals

occupations median wage annual openings % growth
Information Security Analysts $91,915 814 29%
Network and Computer System Administrators $82,597 2,814 19%
Computer System Analysts $87,568 5,937 29%

The Cybersecurity program of study includes the occupations and educational opportunities related to planning, implementing, upgrading, or monitoring security measure for the protection of computer networks and information. This program of study may also include exploration into responding to computer security breaches and virus and administering network security measures.

Recommended Course Sequence

Computer Science 1

Computer Science I is designed to foster students’ creativity and innovation by presenting opportunities to design, implement and present meaningful programs through a variety of media. Students will collaborate with one another, their instructor and with various electronic communities to solve the problems presented throughout the course. Data analysis will include the identification of task requirements, planning search strategies and the use of computer science concepts to access, analyze, and evaluate information needed to solve problems. By using computer science knowledge and skills that supports the work of individuals and groups in solving problems, students will select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create a solution, and evaluate the results. Students will learn to become good digital citizens by practicing integrity and respect throughout the Computer Science I course. Students will gain an understanding of the principles of computer science through the study of technology operations, systems, and concepts.

AP Computer Science Principles

In this course, Develops beginning skills and concepts associated with programming methodology, programming languages, data types, data structures, algorithms and applications of computing. The Principles course introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world with a unique focus on creative problem solving and real-world applications.

Computer Science A

In this course, Develops beginning skills and concepts associated with programming methodology, programming languages, data types, data structures, algorithms and applications of computing. The Principles course introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world with a unique focus on creative problem solving and real-world applications.

Practicum in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

Practicum in STEM is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience.