2026-2027 TSD Course Description Book - Flipbook - Page 21
Computer and Information Systems Security
Computer and Information Systems Security Completion Pathway
Pathway Course:
AP Cybersecurity
*Student must pass both semesters of AP Cybersecurity to be considered a completer
AP Cybersecurity (108172/208172)
Grades 9-12
Full year 1.0 credit
AP Cybersecurity is a yearlong high school course that offers a broad introduction to the field and aligns closely with a college-level,
introductory cybersecurity course. This course replaces and builds upon the previously offered Cybersecurity course. Students learn
about common threats and vulnerabilities and how they combine to create risk. Students study how individuals and organizations
manage risk and how risk can be mitigated through a defense-in-depth strategy. Students explore specific vulnerabilities, attacks,
mitigations, and detection measures across a variety of domains including physical spaces, computer networks, devices, and data and
applications. Throughout the course, students consider the impact of cybersecurity on individuals, organizations, societies, and
governments. Content and skills taught in the course align with the professional skills outlined in the National Initiative for
Cybersecurity Education Workforce Framework.
Digital Multimedia
Web Page Creation 1 (005272)
Grades 9-12
1 semester 0.5 credit
This course satisfies ½ credit of math related graduation requirement. The student will learn software that is currently available to
produce and publish web pages on the Internet. These programs will enable the student to create and manage web pages. The topics
that will be covered include basic web concepts, terminology, web page design, file formats, e- commerce, web browsing techniques,
introduction to site development, markup language development, XHTML coding, brief introduction to networking, TCP/IP suite, and
introduction to Web 2.0. Students will also learn how different techniques learned in the class can be applied in a “mock” business
setting. Students will have the opportunity to develop websites for business purposes. Software that is utilized for this class includes
the CS3 suite and other various programs.
Web Page Creation 2 (005282)
Grades 9-12
1 semester 0.5 credit
This course satisfies ½ credit of math related graduation requirement. The student who has mastered Web Page Creation 1 and wants
to learn advanced web page creation and project management techniques will learn about frames, databases, and web search engines,
Internet services and tools, Internet security, IT project management, advanced XHTML coding, GUI HTML editors, advanced web
techniques, network security and IT career opportunities, internetworking, internetworking servers, hardware and operating system
maintenance. Students will also learn advanced website development techniques where they will be creating a website for a company
and develop skills with web development, site architecture, project management, troubleshooting, and customer service. Students will
learn how different techniques learned in the class can be applied in a business setting. Software that is utilized for this class includes
the CS3 suite and other various programs
Game Design (007122)
Grades 9-12
1 semester 0.5 credit
This course satisfies ½ credit of math related graduation requirement. The Video Game Design program is an
appropriate starting point for students who seek a professional career as a game developer. It is also well- suited for
enthusiastic amateurs and gamers looking to explore this field as a recreational endeavor. The curriculum will focus
on all aspects of game design and development, primarily using Java.
Game Design 2 (007102)
Grades 9-12
1 semester 0.5 credit
This course satisfies ½ credit of math related graduation requirement. This course will enhance and further develop
skills gained in Game Design 1. Additionally, students will also understand what a mobile application is, learn
about various mobile platforms, understand how to think like a programmer, and learn the basic tools and skills
needed for programming mobile applications.
