Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions about Introduction to Information Technology asked by students and parents.
- Does IIT meet the technology applications requirement for graduation?
- Do students earn college credit for IIT?
- Is IIT only for IT Academy students?
- What is the benefit of taking IIT as an IT Academy student?
- How is IIT different from BCIS?
- Can a student with credit for BCIS I in middle school still enroll in IIT?
- IIT is a computer class, why do I have to learn about all this workplace junk?
- Are there any student organizations associated with IIT?
- Where can I get answers to other questions about IIT?
Does IIT meet the technology applications requirement for graduation?
Yes, Intro to Information technology meets the Technology Applications state
credit because it has the same PEIMS code as Business Computer Information
Systems.
Technology Applications Courses document:
http://www.netxv.net/pm_attach/50/TAgradreq.pdf
Do students earn college credit for IIT?
Yes, students can earn college credit in IIT. The class has an articulation
agreement with Austin Community College through the Texas Tech Prep program.
Students must earn a grade of 80 or above and be recommended by their
instructor. IIT articulates with ACC course ITSC 1309 Integrated Software
Applications I.
More details will be provided in class.
Tech Prep website: http://www.techpreptexas.org/about-techprep.html
Is IIT only for IT Academy students?
IIT is strongly recommended* for all freshman IT Academy students. However,
any
freshman may enroll in IIT on a space available basis.
*Academy students may choose to take Intro to Electrical Careers or Intro to
Graphics Communications as their freshman academy course in addition to or in
place of IIT.
What is the benefit of taking IIT as an IT Academy student?
Course requirements are the same for academy and non-academy students;
however, many events such as guest speakers, industry field trips and LAN
parties are space-limited. IT Academy students have priority over non-
academy students for these slots.
How is IIT different from BCIS?
In addition to content covered in BCIS, IIT also gives students an
opportunity to work with Flash animation and Photoshop. Students learn about
computer hardware and networking, webpage development, and JAVA programming.
The course is designed to introduce students to the different IT Academy
strands so that they have a better of idea of what they would like to do.
Can a student with credit for BCIS I in middle school still enroll in IIT?
Yes, if a student earns credit for BCIS I in middle school, they may still
enroll in IIT. The student will earn credit for BCIS II in that case.
IIT is a computer class, why do I have to learn about all this workplace junk?
The BCIS program contains TEKS that relate to helping students learn how to
be successful in the workplace. So your IIT class is much more than just a
computer class.
Some of the TEKS for BCIS...
(1) The student develops skills for success in the workplace. The student
is expected to:
(A) locate and interpret written information;
(B) incorporate supplementary resources and references;
(C) demonstrate active listening through oral and written feedback;
(D) demonstrate productive work habits and attitudes, for example,
dependability and punctuality; and
(E) organize ideas logically and sequentially.
(2) The student develops skills for success in the workplace. The student
is expected to:
(A) exhibit productive work habits and attitudes;
(B) prioritize work to fulfill responsibilities and meet deadlines; and
(C) demonstrate characteristics for successful working relationships, for
example, give and receive criticism, and exercise self-control.
Are there any student organizations associated with IIT?
Future Business Leaders of America is the student organization for IIT
students interested in extracurricular activities. Students may compete at
the district, state and national levels in areas such as computer
programming, web development and multimedia presentations.
If you are interested in joining FBLA or would like more information, please
contact:
Ricardo Olvera
richardo_olvera@roundrockisd.org
512.424.8868
Traci Flint
traci_flint@roundrockisd.org
512.424.8885
Where can I get answers to other questions about IIT?
Please contact Mr. Olvera or Ms. Flint if you have additional questions.
Ricardo Olvera
richardo_olvera@roundrockisd.org
512.424.8868
Traci Flint
traci_flint@roundrockisd.org
512.424.8885