Chapter 74 Career Technical Education

Programming &
Web Development

Preparing students for careers and postsecondary study in full-stack web development, software development, cybersecurity, game development, UI/UX design, and project management.

Building the Next Generation of Developers

Students learn how software is designed, built, tested, secured, deployed, and maintained in real-world environments.

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Hands-On Learning

Project-based instruction emphasizing real-world tools and workflows

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Collaboration

Team-based projects using industry-standard version control and workflows

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Career Ready

Professional portfolio, certifications, and employability skills

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Accessibility & Equity

Emphasis on inclusive design and ethical computing practices

A Full Software Development Ecosystem

Students gain experience across multiple disciplines within the technology industry.

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Full-Stack Web Development

Build complete web applications from front-end interfaces to back-end logic.

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UI/UX Design

Design intuitive, user-centered interfaces and digital experiences.

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Understand security principles, safe computing, and system protection.

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Game Development

Explore game logic, design concepts, and interactive development.

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Version Control & CLI

Master Git, GitHub, command line tools, and technical documentation.

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Agile Project Management

Learn SDLC methodologies, team workflows, and software testing.

Your Four-Year Pathway

A structured journey from exploration to specialization.

Grade 9 — Exploratory

Introduction to Computing & Web Development

Students are introduced to computing and web development fundamentals.

  • Introduction to HTML & CSS
  • Web page structure and styling
  • Digital literacy and safe computing practices
  • Creative problem solving through introductory web projects
Grade 9 — Year 1

Foundational Technical Skills

Students develop foundational technical skills used across all technology careers.

  • History of computers and the software industry
  • Computer hardware and system components
  • Building and maintaining computers
  • Command Line Interface (CLI) navigation
  • Git & GitHub for version control
  • Workplace ergonomics and lab safety
Grade 10

Web Development Foundations

Students focus on building structured, accessible, and responsive websites.

  • Semantic HTML and accessibility best practices
  • CSS layout, styling, and responsive design
  • UI design fundamentals and usability principles
  • Multi-page website development
  • Web standards, validation, and optimization
Grade 11

JavaScript & Interactive Development

Students bring logic and interactivity to their applications.

  • JavaScript fundamentals and programming logic
  • Variables, conditionals, loops, functions, arrays, and objects
  • DOM manipulation and event handling
  • Debugging and error handling
  • Client-side form validation
  • Interactive web applications and team-based projects
Grade 12

Advanced Topics & Specialization

Students apply their skills to advanced, career-focused areas.

  • Cybersecurity fundamentals and secure systems
  • Game development concepts and logic
  • Agile project management and team workflows
  • Software testing and deployment concepts
  • Capstone-style projects and portfolio development

Industry-Recognized Certifications

Students earn credentials that validate technical knowledge, safety awareness, and workforce readiness.

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Certiport ITS — HTML & CSS

Validates proficiency in web structure and styling

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Certiport ITS — JavaScript

Validates programming and interactive development skills

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OSHA 10 — General Industry

Certifies safety awareness and workplace readiness

Projects & Portfolio

Authentic, hands-on projects that build real-world skills.

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Responsive Websites

Accessible and responsive websites built with HTML, CSS, and modern layout techniques.

Interactive Applications

Dynamic JavaScript applications with real-time user interaction and logic.

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UI/UX Prototypes

Wireframes and prototypes designed with user-centered principles.

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Game Projects

Creative game development projects exploring logic and interactive design.

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Cybersecurity Labs

Simulations and case studies exploring security concepts and safe practices.

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Capstone & Portfolio

Senior-level capstone projects and a professional digital portfolio.

4
Year Pathway
3
Industry Certifications
6+
Career Pathways
100%
Hands-On Learning

How Students Learn

Instruction mirrors real-world software development environments.

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Project-Based Learning

Technical labs and authentic projects drive every unit

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Team Collaboration

Peer review and team-based workflows build communication skills

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Industry-Standard Tools

VS Code, Git, GitHub, and professional development environments

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Continuous Feedback

Iteration and improvement are built into every project cycle

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Gamified Learning

Gamification is used to review concepts and build deeper understanding through interactive challenges and activities

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Community Connections

Guest speakers, field trips, workshops, college visits, and more bring real-world learning beyond the classroom

Career & College Pathways

Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles and postsecondary study.

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College

Continue study in technology-related degree programs such as computer science, web development, cybersecurity, and more.

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Apprenticeship

Gain hands-on industry experience through apprenticeship programs that combine on-the-job training with continued learning.

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Entrepreneurship

Start your own business using the technical, project management, and problem-solving skills built throughout the program.