11th Grade Students

 

The Digital Electronics course is one of three electronics courses offered at Staten Island Technical High School. Students will study theoretical concepts of a digital components and circuitry, and then reinforce it in the lab setting by using National Instruments “Multisim 11” software. The following topics will be covered:

• Number Systems: Binary, Hex, and Octal,
• Boolean Algebra – Algebraic, Standard, Canonical, and Karnaugh Forms of Boolean Functions,
• Optimization of Boolean Functions. two through five variables functions simplification using K-Map Method,
• Combinational Logic – (SSI – Small Scale Integration) – Gate Diagrams, Decision Making Digital Circuits,
• Optimizing circuits for cost, speed, and size,
• MSI (Medium Scale Integration) and PLD’s ( Programmable Logic Devices),
• Adders, Multiplexers, ROM’s, Programmable Logic Arrays (PLA), and Programmable Array Logic (PAL), and
• Synchronous Sequential Logic (Memory Elements) – JK, D, T, and RS Flip-Flops.

 

Digital and electronic telecommunication networks are a critical component of the global economic and social infrastructures. This course serves as a theoretical and practical approach to computer network and Web security, attack methods, and algorithms for defending computers and computer networks in a digital and electronic environment. In addition, this course examines the field of secure telecommunications networks. Students analyze cyber attacks as case studies, learn about major security threats, methods and technologies used, and how threats affect the development and functioning of computer software and hardware. This includes electronic networking equipment, such as switches, hubs, access points, and routers. Students will use various tools and methods to create and implement canary tokens, conduct penetration testing, packet sniffing, firewall rules and management, as well as other ethical hacking methods in an electronic and digital environment.

 

Adv.Audio/Video Engineering & TV Studio allows students to develop the skills introduced in the freshman year course in much greater depth and apply them to a number of video projects. Most of the projects will be completed in small groups, but the major project in Adv. Audio/Video Engineering & TV Studio is the production of a bi-weekly news program that combines both studio and mobile production at a much more technically complex level and is a collaborative effort of the entire class. Students will also cultivate various job skills such as time management, interpersonal communication, and collaboration as they work with their peers to continually create this program throughout the year. Students electing to take the course a second time will take on leadership/producer roles on the news show as well as produce a short film that will serve as a culminating capstone project. This class requires an application and can be taken in lieu of C.A.D. If you did not take this course in the 10th grade, you can take it for the first time in the 11th grade. If you took this class in the 10th grade, you can take a more advanced version in the 11th and / or 12th grades.

 

In computer science and engineering, students learn how to build a fully functioning modern PC, as well as how to utilize Windows 10’s operating system while gaining a Microsoft Technology Associate certification. The class explores the Linux operating system, JavaScript, C++ via Arduino and how to utilize various Adobe products, including Photoshop and Illustrator. The class utilizes the MakerSpace to learn soldering and basic electronics skills. The class also builds a network of student support staff members for the school where students help course troubleshoot classroom teacher, as well as deal with student issues. The class could also potentially provide opportunities for paid internships alongside Mr. Whalen and with community businesses. This class is a great intro to computer engineering, computer programming, and IT. You can take this course multiple times. This class requires an application.

 

This class is a Kingsborough Community College Course which occurs prior to the school day. Mass media has a global impact on everyone’s life, personal and professional. This course will provide an introduction to all areas of mass communications and media literacy through the study of radio, television, film, newspapers, magazines, books and the Internet. Current consideration of the mass media must recognize the global nature and impact of communications systems and uses of the mass media. Students also need to acquire greater skills in, and knowledge of, the areas of oral, written, and mass communication if they are to compete and succeed in this ever-changing and expanding technological world.

 

The SITHS CDC has established multiple partnerships and funding sources to offer employment and paid or unpaid internship opportunities to hundreds of our students. This class will help you understand the resources that you need for finding a job, help you explore the career paths that align with your interests and strengths, and support you with professional development while working in an internship. As opposed to most classes, this class will be an Internship learning course that not only takes place at Staten Island Tech, but also online, and outside of school with a company related to your career interests. Career training trips, backpacks to briefcases, career fairs, and training seminars will all be major components. The SITHS Career Development Center will work with you to find a work experience (paid or unpaid). In some cases, you may find a position on our own and you will work with the SITHS CDC to determine eligibility. This course will challenge you to refine your professional skills and prepare you to work with our business partners and local businesses throughout New York City. If you are enrolled in the “Work, Learn, Grow” internship program, this can count towards your paid work hours. Every effort will be made to help you find a paid internship experience, but often these positions are unpaid or only paid for a portion of the year. There are two formats that a WBL internship course can take: