Standards in this Framework
| Standard | Description |
|---|---|
| F1 | Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces. |
| F2 | Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork. |
| F3 | Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing. |
| F4 | Advocate and practice safe, legal, responsible, and ethical use of information and technology tools specific to the industry pathway. |
| F5 | Participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork. |
| F6 | Use technology to collaborate with peers and/or experts to create digital artifacts that can be published online for a target audience. |
| F7 | Formulate new ideas, solve problems, or create products through the design and engineering process by utilizing testing, prototypes, and user feedback. |
| 1 | List the Alabama career pathways in the Information Technology Cluster. |
| 2 | Describe each pathway in the Information Technology Cluster and explain what someone in the field might do. |
| 3 | Describe one career from each pathway in the Alabama Career and Technical Education Information Technology Cluster. |
| 4 | Research and create a visual presentation outlining the educational requirements and salaries for an entry-level, mid-level, and upper management position within the field of information technology. |
| 5 | Research a variety of careers in the field of information technology and define a problem that could be solved by an information technology professional. |
| 6 | Explain the process of finding and applying for jobs in the field of information technology. |
| 7 | Explain where information technology jobs may be found. |
| 8 | List the personal documents needed when applying for various job and career opportunities. |
| 9 | Create a personal career plan which leads to meeting requirements for a mid-level position in information technology. |
| 10 | List and describe skills needed for posted positions in information technology. |
| 11 | Discuss how a person can demonstrate essential skills needed for workplace and career success. |
| 12 | Describe a scenario to illustrate a strong work ethic. |
| 13 | Assess personal strengths and weaknesses that would impact successful employment. |
| 14 | Discuss the relationship between stress and time management. |
| 15 | Research and discuss effective time management strategies for reducing stress levels and improving workplace productivity. |
| 16 | Utilize a plan to implement effective time management skills. |
| 17 | Explore the Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) available in Alabama relating to information technology and explain how they enhance the skills and knowledge needed in information technology fields. |
