Information Technology
Career Cluster
Picture Yourself in Information Technology
Is this you?
- Love keeping up with technology
- Enjoy solving problems
- Team player
The Information Technology cluster is on the front lines of cutting-edge computer technology and spans almost all areas of business. Qualified IT professionals are in high demand. With more choices and opportunities, this is one of the fastest-growing industries in Wisconsin.
Entry level, technical, and professional careers in information technology relate to the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, security, and systems integration services.
- Teaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing
- Project management skills
- Critical-thinking skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Prepares students for high-demand occupations.
- Students learn in interactive, hands-on and real-world environments and have access to the latest technology.
- Thanks to strong industry and community partnerships (Skyward, Sentry, Renaissance, Delta Dental) students learn the skills employers seek and have access to service learning opportunities.
- Instructors have recent industry experience and maintain industry-recognized credentials or relevant skills.
- Flexible learning options are available when appropriate (online, web conferencing, etc.).
- Transfer opportunities are available to obtain four-year degree if desired.
- Students may be eligible to receive credit for prior learning.
- All students have an opportunity to join the Mid-State chapter of the Business Professionals of America and the Mid-State Cyber Cougars IT Club.
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“The moment you see a student grasp a concept and realize they have an ability that wasn't present before, that the future has opened up—that is why I teach.”
