Career Readiness for students
Computer Science
Is Computer Science for You?
- Are you creative?
- Do you like to solve problems?
- Are you interesting in making computers do things for you?
- Ever thought of an idea for a great app?
- Want to design a cool robot?
TRY SOME CODING ACTIVITES OR GAMES HERE! 
About the Program
The Computer Science Career Program of Study (POS) prepares students for further study and careers in the field of Computer Science. This program helps to develop a student's computational and critical thinking skills and prepare them to create new technologies. This fundamental knowledge in Computer Science prepares them for the 21st century workplace, regardless of their ultimate field of study or occupation. Some of the topics that may be included in Computer Science courses include: algorithms, data analysis, modeling, problem-solving, creating and manipulating graphics, coding or programming (including application or game design), security, web design, human-computer interaction, robotics and ethical issues.
The three course sequence is designed to give a thorough background in all aspects of Computer Science and blends academic, technical and workplace skills to prepare to college or career. The POS contains a minimum of three credits and includes relevant courses and a capstone experience such as an internship or a college course.
Sample Courses
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| ITC202024 A/B Computer Programming 1 |
| ITC2007 A/B | Advanced Placement Computer Science JAVA A/B |
Capstone Options: Cybersecurity Capstone, Computer Programming 3, Internship or Dual Enrollment courses.
Certifications/Awards for Completing High School Plan
Students have the potential to earn college credits with Advanced Placement course in the Program of Study as well as other college credits from Dual Enrollment courses. Eligible students may also earn workplace experience through internship program.
Local Colleges Offering a Continuation of the Program
Montgomery College Computer Science and Information Systems
- Computer Science Track, Computer Science and Technologies AA:107
- Information Systems Track, Computer Science and Technologies AA: 109
- Computer Programming Certificate: 108
- Java Developer Certificate: 250
University of Maryland, College Park
University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus
Universities of Shady Grove - see Programs here
Career Opportunities
The Computer Science POS may help prepare students for the following Information Technology or Computer Science careers.
- Software Applications Developer
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Computer Hardware or Systems Engineer
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Network Systems Administrator
- Computer Network Architect
- Information Security Analyst
- Database Administrator
- Web Developer
- Computer Programmer
- Information Systems Manager
- Business Systems Analyst
Where this Program is Offered
- Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School
- Montgomery Blair High School
- James Hubert Blake High School
- Winston Churchill
- Clarksburg High School
- Damascus High School
- Albert Einstein High School
- Gaithersburg High School
- Walter Johnson High School
- John F. Kennedy High School
- Col. Zadok Magruder High School
- Richard Montgomery High School
- Northwest High School
- Northwood High School
- Paint Branch High School
- Poolesville High School
- Quince Orchard High School
- Rockville High School
- Seneca Valley High School
- Sherwood High School
- Springbrook High School
- Watkins Mill High School
- Wheaton High School
- Walt Whitman High School
- Thomas S. Wootton High School
If this program is not available at your school, meet with your counselor to select courses that will allow you to explore your interest in these careers.