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About This Pathway

Digital Technology careers focus on creating and managing digital systems for communication and data using key tools like artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and cybersecurity. People working in related jobs use digital technology know-how to lead and adapt in a fast-changing tech world, drive innovation across industries, and solve real-world challenges in their communities and beyond.

 

Pathways for the Digital Technology interest include:

Data Science & AI

Software Solutions

IT Support & Servcies

Unmanned Vehicle Technology

Network Systems and Cybersecurity

Web & Cloud

Sample Careers

Explore options for entry, technical, and professional level careers for the Digital Technology pathway. These are only a fraction of what’s available for this interest, so use these examples as brainstorming opportunities. 

 


Entry: Help Desk Support, IT Intern

Technical: Web Developer, Systems Analyst

Professional: Software Engineer, Cybersecurity Specialist

SWHS Courses & Clubs

 

South Windsor High School offers a variety of courses and clubs tailored to the Digital Technology pathway.

 

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Courses

SWHS offers several courses that can help you decide if the Digital Technology pathway is for you. Click the button above if you want to know more about the courses!

 

Video Game Design & Introduction to Computer Programming

AP Mobile Computer Science Principles

AP Computer Science (A)

AP Networking

Aviation & Aeronautical Design

Web Design

Clubs

SWHS currently offers 3 clubs that fit the Digital Technology pathway. Have an idea for a club that doesn’t exist? Talk to a teacher and they’ll help get you started with everything you need to create one. 

 

Technology Student Association (TSA)

First Robotics

3D Printing Club

Recommended Majors, Programs, & Certifications

    • Data Science (B.S., M.S.)
    • Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (B.S., Certificates)
    • Applied Analytics

    • Information Technology (A.S., B.S.)
    • IT Support Specialist (Certificates)
    • Computer Information Systems

    • Cybersecurity (A.S., B.S., Certificates)
    • Computer Networking / Network Administration
    • Ethical Hacking / Cyber Defense

    • Computer Science (B.S.)
    • Software Engineering (B.S.)
    • Programming / App Development 

    • Drone Technology / Unmanned Aerial Systems (Certificates)
    • Robotics and Autonomous Systems (B.S.)
    • Mechatronics with UAV Applications

    • Web Development / Web Design (A.S., Certificates)
    • Cloud Computing & Systems Architecture
    • UX / UI Design

    • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
    • CompTIA A
    • CompTIA Network +
    • CompTIA Fundamentals (ITF+)
    • CompTIA Security
    • Cisco Certified Network Associate
    • Oracle / Java / MySQL Certifications
    • IC3 (Internet & Computing Core Certification)
    • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
    • Adobe Certified Associate
    • Google IT Support Credential
    • Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certifications

SWHS Media Center Career Books

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SWHS Media Center Digital Technology Studies

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Colleges & Workplace Providers

Whether you decide on the college or workplace route, the following are suggestions of institutions that offer work experiences or degrees for your chosen pathway.

  • University of Connecticut (UCONN)
  • Northeastern University (Boston, MA)
  • Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
  • Boston University
  • University of Massachusetts – Amherst
  • University of Rhode Island (URI)
  • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
  • Quinnipiac University (CT)
  • Central Connecticut State University (CCSU)
  • Fairfield University (CT)
  • CT State Community College – All campuses with IT, Cybersecurity, Web Development
  • Manchester Community College – Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Programming
  • Capital Community College – IT Support, Networking
  • Gateway Community College – Web & Cloud Systems, Cybersecurity
  • Asnuntuck Community College – Computer Networking, IT Support
  • Goodwin University – Information Technology, Cybersecurity
  • Porter and Chester Institute – iT Support, Netowkring, Cybersecurity Certifications

    • University of Connecticut (UCONN)
    • Northeastern University (Boston, MA)
    • Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
    • Boston University
    • University of Massachusetts – Amherst
    • University of Rhode Island (URI)
    • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
    • Quinnipiac University (CT)
    • Central Connecticut State University (CCSU)
    • Fairfield University (CT)

    • CT State Community College – All campuses with IT, Cybersecurity, Web Development
    • Manchester Community College – Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Programming
    • Capital Community College – IT Support, Networking
    • Gateway Community College – Web & Cloud Systems, Cybersecurity
    • Asnuntuck Community College – Computer Networking, IT Support
    • Goodwin University – Information Technology, Cybersecurity
    • Porter and Chester Institute – iT Support, Netowkring, Cybersecurity Certifications