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Information Technology

Information Technology

 

Eligible Students: 11, 12

Click here for Information Technology Program Fact Sheet

Information Technology is a 2-year program designed to provide students with instruction and hands-on experience with various hardware, software, operating systems, and cybersecurity techniques used in Information Technology.

Coursework goes beyond simple computer repair and into topics such as customer service, cybersecurity, operating systems, system administration, database, and networking concepts.  The coursework and labs include a variety of Microsoft, Linux, and Mac operating system administration and troubleshooting to provide students with the experience employers demand.  Students will receive instruction for industry-recognized certifications, such as the CompTIA A+ (Windows hardware and operating systems), Linux+ (Linux operating systems), and Security+ (CyberSecurity) certifications utilizing computer-simulated labs, hands-on labs, and virtual machines.

 

Student Organizations

Skills USA

Employment Opportunities

IT Support Specialist
Tier 1 Network Specialist
Tier 1 CyberSecurity Analyst
Tier 1 System Administration

Dual Credit

 

Missouri State University-West Plains

Current DESE-approved IT Certification Organizations

TestOut Pro
CompTIA

CompTIA + TestOut

 

Mission Statements

RTI/RTC Mission

RTI/RTC will provide quality career education and leadership opportunities through skilled training and community partnerships in a continually changing society.

RTI/RTC Vision

We envision that all RTI/RTC students will:

  • Be lifelong learners
  • Demonstrate skills to obtain employment and succeed in their chosen career field
  • Contribute to society as responsible, ethical citizens

AREAS OF STUDY

  • Computer Technician Responsibilities
  • Windows & Linux Hardware & Operating Systems
  • System Administration
  • File Management
  • Networking
  • Printing
  • CyberSecurity
  • Mobile & IoT (Internet of Things) 
  • Cloud and Virtualization
  • Scripting and Automation

Current Links

One of the pieces of software that is used in the classroom is AOMEI Backupper is the simplest FREE backup software with system/disk/partition/file backups and system/disk clone. backup-utility

  • Mr. Les J  Young
    Information Technology Instructor
    (573) 458-0160 x16113
     lyoung@rolla31.org
    RTC Rm: 113

    Office Hours: M-F 8:00-8:30; 3:00-3:45

    I am a United States Navy Veteran and served as an Electrician's Mate for 9 years.  As a civilian, I've worked in electronic security, access control, and network operations, but I've worked specifically in Information Technology since 2009.  Since then, I've worked as an End User Support Specialist, IT Specialist, and IT Helpdesk manager where I've earned multiple CompTIA and Microsoft certifications.  

  • Licensure and Certifications: 

    • CompTIA A+
    • CompTIA Security+
    • CompTIA Network+
    • CompTIA Server+
    • Microsoft Azure

  • Information Technology I
    Information Technology II
    Linux Operating Systems and Cybersecurity
    Introduction to C# Programming
    Windows Hardware and Operating Systems
    Exploring Information Technology

  • Logo - TestOut


    Hands-on Technology Courseware

    TestOut PC Pro (CompTIA A+ training)
    TestOut Security Pro (CompTIA Security+ training)
    TestOut Linux Pro (CompTIA Linux+ training)