Information and Communication Technology

Shape the Future
Are you comfortable around computers? Information technology careers involve the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.

Fun Fact
Higher-skill jobs include Computer Systems Analysts and Computer & Information Systems Managers.

Information and Communication Technology occupations include:

  • Video Game Designer - $40 per hour*

  • Mathematicians - $65 per hour*

  • Information Security Analysts - $65 perhour*

  • Computer and Information System Manager - $95 per hour*

  • Software Developers - $61 per hour*

  • Post-Secondary Computer Science Teachers - $124,750 median annually**

  • Telecommunications Engineering Specialists - $64 per hour*

  • Computer Network Support Specialists - $36 per hour**

Median hourly earnings. *Median annual wage
California Data was collected from www.onetonline.org

Students can pursue the following pathways:

Games and Simulation (RHS)

Students in the Games and Simulation pathway develop a solid foundational understanding of game design, hardware, graphics, and animation. Students gain practical experiences in game/simulation conceptualization, design, storyboarding, development methodologies, essential programming techniques, working with a team, and implementation issues.

Software and System Development (RHS)

Students in the Software and Systems Development pathway prepare for careers related to computer science that involve the design, development, implementation, maintenance, and management of systems that rely on software programs to satisfy the operational needs of modern business organizations (electronic commerce, medical records management, retail sales and inventory, management, digital entertainment, and use of energy).