The Newark School of Data Science and Information Technology prepares students for immediate college and career opportunities by combining the most innovative curriculum in data science and information technology with cutting-edge, industry-standard technology.
Pathways & Experiences
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Data Science
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- Use statistics, scientific methods, artificial intelligence (AI), and data analysis to extract value from data.
- Analyze data collected from the web, smartphones, customers, sensors, and other sources to derive actionable options.
- Prepare data for analysis by aggregating and manipulating the data to uncover patterns and draw informed insights.
- Use data applications to visually orient data in order to investigate and explore large data sets.
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Information Technology
- Protect networks, computers, programs, and data from attacks using cybersecurity techniques.
- Design, install, and troubleshoot complex computer networks.
- Configure and manage computer servers.
Course Sequence
Data Science
Year 1
Data Science I
Year 2
Data Science II
Year 3
Data Applications I
Year 4
Data Applications II
Information Technology
Year 1
Cybersecurity
Year 2
Intro to HTML & CSS
Year 3
Intro to Mobile & Cloud Computing/Intro to Python
Year 4
Intro to Java/Digital Productivity and Presentation
| Opportunities for College Credit, Credentials, & Certifications: | Earn industry valued credentials: Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA), Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP); Earn college credits |
| Potential Job Opportunities: | Budget Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Dashboard Developer, Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Marketing Analyst, Project Manager, Research/Data Scientist |
| Work Based Learning: | Guest speakers, professional panels, job shadowing, volunteer opportunities, mentoring, internships |
| Opportunities for College Credit, Credentials, & Certifications: | Earn industry valued credentials: Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA), Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP); Earn college credits |
| Potential Job Opportunities: | Computer Programmer, IT Director, IT Security Specialist, Network Engineer, System Analyst, Web Developer, Cyber Crime Analyst/Investigator, Cybersecurity Analyst, Cybersecurity Architect, Cybersecurity Consultant, Cybersecurity Engineer, Cybersecurity Manager/Administrator, Cybersecurity Specialist/Technician, Incident Analyst Responder, Information Systems Security Specialist, IT Auditor, Military Service |
| Work Based Learning: | Guest speakers, professional panels, job shadowing, volunteer opportunities, mentoring, internships |
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