Standards in this Framework
| Standard | Description |
|---|---|
| 16.01 | Describe and use current and emerging computer technology and software to perform personal and business related tasks. |
| 16.02 | Identify and describe communications and networking systems used in workplace environments. |
| 16.03 | Locate and apply reference materials such as on-line help, vendor bulletin boards, tutorials, and manuals available for application software. |
| 16.04 | Troubleshoot problems with computer hardware peripherals and other office equipment. |
| 16.05 | Describe ethical, privacy, and security issues and problems associated with computers and information systems. |
| 16.06 | Demonstrate proficiency in using the basic features of GUI browsers. |
| 17.01 | Assess personal, peer and group performance and identify and implement strategies for improvement (e.g., organizational skills, note taking/outlining, advance organizers, reasoning skills, problem-solving skills, and decision-making skills). |
| 17.02 | Develop criteria for assessing products and processes that incorporate effective business practices (e.g., time management, productivity, total quality management). |
| 18.01 | Identify operating system file naming conventions. |
| 18.02 | Demonstrate proficiency with file management and structure (e.g., folder creation, file creation, backup, copy, delete, open, save). |
| 18.03 | Demonstrate a working knowledge of standard file formats. |
| 18.04 | Differentiate between different operating systems and applications. |
| 18.05 | Compare and contrast open source and proprietary software. |
| 18.06 | Display understanding of how system utilities help maintain a computer. |
| 19.01 | Explain how information technology impacts the operation and management of business and society. |
| 19.02 | Identify and describe the various ways of segmenting the IT industry (e.g., hardware vs. software, server vs. client, business vs. entertainment, stable vs. mobile). |
| 19.03 | Describe how digital technologies (social media) are changing both work and personal lifestyles. |
| 20.01 | Explain software hierarchy and its impact on microprocessors. |
| 20.02 | Explain the need for and use of peripherals. |
| 20.03 | Demonstrate proficiency installing and using plug-and-play peripherals. |
| 20.04 | Identify the basic concepts of computer maintenance and upgrades. |
| 21.01 | Compare and contrast the various categories of programming languages how they evolved and how they are used (e.g., Assembler, Java, JavaScript and SQL). |
| 21.02 | Explain the need for and use of compilers. |
| 21.03 | Identify the three types of programming design approaches (e.g., top-down, structured, object-oriented). |
| 21.04 | Differentiate among source code, machine code, interpreters, and compilers. |
| 21.05 | Characterize the major categories of programming languages and how they are used. |
| 21.06 | Create a model flowchart for a computer program. |
| 21.07 | Create a simple computer application program using JavaScript and HTML. |
| 21.08 | Describe the stages in the software development life cycle and explain how to successfully implement them. |
| 22.01 | Compare and contrast emerging technologies and describe how they impact business in the global marketplace (e.g., wireless, wireless web, cell phones, portables/handhelds, smart appliances, home networks, peer-to-peer). |
| 22.02 | Adhere to published best practices for protecting personal identifiable information when using the Internet. |
| 22.03 | Identify trends related to the use of information technology in people’s personal and professional lives. |
| 22.04 | Characterize how the rapid pace of change in information technology impacts our society. |
| 23.01 | Explain the interrelations of the seven layers of the Open Systems Interface (OSI) as it relates to hardware and software. |
| 23.02 | Describe the purpose of the OSI model and each of its layers. |
| 23.03 | Explain specific functions belonging to each OSI model layer. |
| 23.04 | Understand how two network nodes communicate through the OSI model. |
| 23.05 | Discuss the structure and purpose of data packets and frames. |
| 23.06 | Describe the two types of addressing covered by the OSI model. |
| 24.01 | Compare and contrast the appropriate use of specialized software (e.g., OLTP, Computer Aided Design, Computer Aided Manufacturing, 3D animation, process control, materials management). |
| 24.02 | Research and report on the current state of specialized software (e.g., OLTP, Computer Aided Design, Computer Aided Manufacturing, 3D animation, process control, materials management). |
| 24.03 | Describe the hardware implications of using specialized software (e.g., RAM, hard drive size, CPU, storage devices). |
| 25.01 | Identify the internal components of a computer (e.g., power supply, hard drive, mother board, I/O cards/ports, cabling). |
| 25.02 | Identify generic computer and programming terminology. |
| 26.01 | Identify and describe web terminology. |
| 26.02 | Define Universal Resource Locators (URLs) and associated protocols (e.g., http, ftp, telnet, mailto). |
| 26.03 | Compare and contrast the types of Internet domains (e.g., .com, .org, .edu, .gov, .net, .mil). |
| 26.04 | Describe and observe Internet/Intranet ethics and copyright laws and regulatory control. |
| 26.05 | Demonstrate proficiency using search engines, including Boolean search strategies. |
| 26.06 | Demonstrate proficiency using various web tools (e.g., downloading of files, transfer of files, telnet, PDF). |
| 26.07 | Compare and contrast the roles of web servers and web browsers. |
| 27.01 | Compare and contrast the appropriate use of various software applications (e.g., word processing, desktop publishing, graphics design, web browser, e-mail, presentation, database, scheduling, financial management, Java applet, music). |
| 27.02 | Demonstrate proficiency in the use of various software applications (e.g., word processing, desktop publishing, graphics design, web browser, e-mail, presentation, database, scheduling, financial management, Java applet, music). |
| 28.01 | Explore, design, implement, and evaluate organizational structures and cultures. |
| 28.02 | Explore and demonstrate an awareness of current trends in business and the employee’s role in maintaining productive business environments in today’s global workplace. |
| 28.03 | Collaborate with individuals and teams to complete tasks and solve business related problems and demonstrate initiative, courtesy, loyalty, honesty, cooperation, and punctuality as a team member. |
| 29.01 | Describe e-mail capabilities and functions. |
| 29.02 | Identify components of an e-mail message. |
| 29.03 | Identify the components of an e-mail address. |
| 29.04 | Identify when to use different e-mail options. |
| 29.05 | Attach a file to an e-mail message. |
| 29.06 | Forward an e-mail message. |
| 29.07 | Use an address book. |
| 29.08 | Reply to an e-mail message. |
| 29.09 | Use the Internet to perform e-mail activities. |
| 29.10 | Identify the appropriate use of e-mail and demonstrate related e-mail etiquette. |
| 29.11 | Identify when to include information from an original e-mail message in a response. |
| 29.12 | Identify common problems associated with widespread use of e-mail. |
| 30.01 | Produce a presentation that includes music, animation, and digital photography and present it using appropriate technologies. |
| 30.02 | Using presentation software, create a multimedia presentation that incorporates shot and edited video, animation, music, narration and adheres to good design principles, use of transitions, and effective message conveyance. |
| 30.03 | Demonstrate knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of a multimedia production team (e.g. project manager, creative or design director, content experts, writers, graphic designers, animators, sound designers, videographer, interface designers/programmers). |
| 30.04 | Collaborate with team members to plan, edit, evaluate, and present a multimedia presentation where individuals on the team function in specific production roles. |
| 30.05 | Create a self-running presentation with synchronized audio, convert presentation slides (e.g. PowerPoint) into streaming ASF files for use on the web. |
| 31.01 | Determine work priorities, the audience, project budgets, project specifications, and the production schedule. |
| 31.02 | Evaluate and select appropriate software packages and multimedia tools to complete assigned tasks. |
| 31.03 | Present and defend design projects. |
| 32.01 | Locate, comprehend and evaluate key elements of oral and written information. |
| 32.02 | Draft, revise, and edit written documents using correct grammar, punctuation and vocabulary. |
| 32.03 | Present information formally and informally for specific purposes and audiences. |
| 33.01 | Demonstrate knowledge of arithmetic operations. |
| 33.02 | Analyze and apply data and measurements to solve problems and interpret documents. |
| 33.03 | Construct charts/tables/graphs using functions and data. |
| 34.01 | Discuss the role of creativity in constructing scientific questions, methods and explanations. |
| 34.02 | Formulate scientifically investigable questions, construct investigations, collect and evaluate data, and develop scientific recommendations based on findings. |
| 35.01 | Understand what data should be encrypted. |
| 35.02 | Explain HIPAA. |
| 35.03 | List password security vulnerabilities. |
| 35.04 | Compare and contrast the levels of data classification. (e.g., restricted, confidential/private, public). |
| 35.05 | Discuss cloud vulnerabilities. |
