Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

The standards and/or benchmarks for this program were updated for the 2026-27 academic year.

Program Title:	Computer Engineering Technology
Career Cluster:	Manufacturing

Associate in Science	
CIP Number	1615120100	
Program Type	College Credit	
Program Length	68 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	For program SOC codes, please see the Program and Course Tables section of the CTE Program Resources page linked below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with industry and academic standards and applied technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers such as Applications engineer, Controls engineer, Design engineer, Embedded hardware engineer, Embedded software engineer, Field engineer, Instrumentation engineer, Sales engineer, Systems engineer; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Manufacturing career cluster.

The content includes but is not limited to computer systems architecture, software engineering, computer communications, programming, and analysis and design of computer systems and will prepare graduates with skills necessary to enter careers in the design, development, analysis, application, installation, operation, and/or maintenance of computer systems and their associated software systems. 

This degree program includes a highly technical core that addresses essential skills and knowledge in electronics (Standards 1-5) and computing (Standards 6-9).  These core standards prepare individuals to assemble, install, operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair computer and electronic equipment used in industry by providing a comprehensive foundation in the design, theory, and analysis of computer and electronic systems and applications.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 68 credit hours.

When developing the course sequence for the local implementation of this program, select courses that:
•	Meet the skill development requirements of the standards and benchmarks of this program.
•	Meet the general education core course requirements of Rule 6A-14.0303, Florida Administrative Code.
•	Where reasonable and practicable, align with programs offered by your institution or other postsecondary institutions in Florida, including: 
o	Related CCC and ATD credentials.
o	Baccalaureate degrees within the same career pathway and/or Federal CIP code.

Visit FloridaShines’ Discover Programs website to identify other institutions that offer similar programs to review their course sequencing. Where appropriate, course alignment between institutions offering related programs can facilitate interagency student articulation.

Visit FloridaShines’ Common Prerequisites Manual to identify courses that are prerequisites for admission into an upper division program.  When sub-baccalaureate courses are aligned to the course admissions requirements of baccalaureate programs with the same career pathway, students can enter upper division coursework seamlessly.   

Florida’s Career Readiness Skills for CTE Programs

Employability Skills	
01.0	Apply academic skills to workplace scenarios.	
01.01	Use reading skills.	
01.02	Use writing skills.	
01.03	Use mathematical strategies and procedures.	
01.04	Use scientific principles and procedures.	
02.0	Design a solution to an industry problem.	
02.01	Use critical thinking.	
02.02	Use creativity.	
02.03	Make sound decisions.	
02.04	Solve problems.	
02.05	Reason. 	
02.06	Plan and organize.	
03.0	Manage resources within an industry project	
03.01	Manage time.	
03.02	Manage money or resources.	
03.03	Manage materials.	
03.04	Manage personnel.	
04.0	Oversee the subcomponents, operations and output of a technical or organizational system.	
04.01	Manage systems.	
04.02	Monitor systems.	
04.03	Improve systems.	
05.0	Use information for decision making.	
05.01	Locate information.	
05.02	Organize information.	
05.03	Use information.	
05.04	Analyze information.	
05.05	Communicate information.	
06.0	Apply relevant technology to workplace scenarios to aid productivity.	
06.01	Use technology.	
07.0	Interpret and express interpersonal communication.	
07.01	Communicate verbally.	
07.02	Listen actively.	
07.03	Comprehend written material.	
07.04	Convey information in writing.	
07.05	Communicate nonverbally.	
07.06	Interpret nonverbal communication.	
08.0	Interact with others to accomplish workplace goals.	
08.01	Collaborate with others in a team.	
08.02	Respond to customer needs.	
08.03	Exercise leadership.	
08.04	Negotiate to resolve conflict.	
08.05	Respect others.	
09.0	Manage personal behavior to maximize productivity and professional growth.	
09.01	Demonstrate responsibility and self-discipline.	
09.02	Adapt and show flexibility.	
09.03	Work independently.	
09.04	Demonstrate a willingness to learn.	
09.05	Demonstrate integrity.	
09.06	Demonstrate professionalism.	
09.07	Take initiative.	
09.08	Display positive attitude.	
09.09	Take responsibility for professional growth.	
Job Attainment	
10.0	Find, assess and apply to job opportunities.	
10.01	Identify online job posts relevant to his or her career aspirations.	
10.02	Compare and contrast the job posts’ required qualifications, job duties, compensation, benefits and employers. 	
10.03	Define what information, documentation and writing prompts are required for the positions.	
11.0	Communicate personal competence, character and fit for a job opportunity.	
11.01	Develop a resume.	
11.02	Write a cover letter.	
11.03	Curate a professional portfolio that includes work products.	
11.04	Prepare for and experience a mock job interview.	
12.0	Cultivate and leverage relationships to professionally advance.	
12.01	Request a signed reference letter, letter of recommendation and/or an online skill/professionalism endorsement. 	
12.02	Develop a plan to cultivate a professional digital footprint.	
12.03	Develop a networking plan for a specific industry of interest.	

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate proficiency in laboratory practices.
02.0	Demonstrate proficiency in direct current circuits and network analysis.
03.0	Demonstrate proficiency in alternating current circuits and network analysis.
04.0	Demonstrate proficiency in analog electronics.
05.0	Demonstrate proficiency in digital electronics.
06.0	Demonstrate proficiency in microcomputers and computer systems architecture.
07.0	Demonstrate proficiency in software engineering fundamentals.
08.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the analysis and design of data and computer communications systems.
09.0	Demonstrate proficiency with high-level computer programming languages, data structures, and operating system principles emphasizing the hardware/software interface.
10.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
11.0	Demonstrate appropriate math skills at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry.
12.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of the natural sciences. 
13.0	Demonstrate employability skills.
14.0	Demonstrate proficiency in technical recording and reporting.
15.0	Understand, install, configure, and troubleshoot issues relating to computer hardware and software. 

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Computer Engineering Technology
CIP Numbers:	1615120100
Program Length:	68 credit hours

At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate proficiency in laboratory practices.  The student will be able to:	
01.01	Apply proper Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) safety standards.	
01.02	Analyze drawings and electronic schematics to make proper electrical connections and identify obvious faulty connections.	
01.03	Identify and use electrical/electronic hand tools properly (wire stripper, wire nose, clippers, etc.).	
01.04	Identify and use power tools associated with electrical/electronic industry properly (solder and de-solder station, etc.).	
01.05	Explain the theoretical concepts of soldering.	
01.06	Identify proper solder connections.	
01.07	Demonstrate acceptable soldering techniques.	
01.08	Demonstrate acceptable de-soldering techniques.	
01.09	Demonstrate solder rework and repair techniques.	
01.10	Demonstrate electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures.	
01.11	Describe the construction of printed circuit boards (PCBs).	
01.12	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of an operating system.	
01.13	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of a high-level computer language.	
01.14	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of microcomputer application programs (i.e., word processing, data base, spreadsheet, power point).	
01.15	Demonstrate the use of microcomputer circuit simulation programs.	
01.16	Demonstrate the use of microcomputer and instrumentation and module analytical software.	
01.17	Load operating system and application software.	
01.18	Read and interpret data sheet specifications for electronic components.	
01.19	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of multimeters.	
01.20	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of oscilloscopes.	
01.21	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of function generators.	
01.22	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of power supplies.	
01.23	Identify basic limitations of multi-meters, oscilloscopes, function generators, and power supplies.	
02.0	Demonstrate proficiency in direct current circuits and network analysis.  The student will be able to:	
02.01	Solve algebraic problems applied to DC circuits.	
02.02	Solve problems in electronic units utilizing metric Engineering Notation.	
02.03	Relate electricity to the nature of matter.	
02.04	Identify sources of electricity.	
02.05	Define voltage, current, resistance, power and energy.	
02.06	Apply Ohm's law and power formulas to electrical/electronic circuits.	
02.07	Read and interpret color codes and symbols to identify electrical components and values.	
02.08	Measure properties of a circuit using digital multimeters (DMM) and oscilloscopes.	
02.09	Calculate conductance and compute and measure the resistance of the conductors and insulators.	
02.10	Apply Ohm's law and Kirchoff’s voltage and current laws to series circuits.	
02.11	Construct and verify operation of series circuits.	
02.12	Analyze and troubleshoot series circuits.	
02.13	Apply Ohm's law and Kirchoff’s voltage and current laws to parallel circuits.	
02.14	Construct and verify the operation of parallel circuits.	
02.15	Analyze and troubleshoot parallel circuits.	
02.16	Apply Ohm's law and Kirchoff's voltage and current laws to series-parallel and parallel-series circuits.	
02.17	Construct and verify the operation of series-parallel and parallel-series and bridge circuits.	
02.18	Analyze and troubleshoot series-parallel and parallel-series and bridge circuits.	
02.19	Identify and define voltage divider circuits (loaded and unloaded).	
02.20	Construct and verify the operation of voltage divider circuits (loaded and unloaded).	
02.21	Analyze and troubleshoot voltage divider circuits (loaded and unloaded).	
02.22	Apply maximum power transfer theory.	
02.23	Construct and verify the operation of DC circuits that demonstrate the maximum power transfer theory.	
02.24	Describe magnetic properties of circuits and devices.	
02.25	Define resistor-capacitor (R-C) and resistor inductor (R-L) time constants and classify the output of differentiators and integrators.	
02.26	Setup and operate power supplies for DC circuits.	
02.27	Analyze DC multi source circuits using superposition theorem.	
02.28	Analyze DC circuits using Thevenin's theorem.	
02.29	Analyze DC circuits using Norton's theorem.	
02.30	Use mesh currents, branch currents, nodal, and/or source transformation analysis to analyze DC circuits.	
02.31	Analyze DC circuits using maximum power transfer theorem.	
02.32	Design and simulate DC circuits using engineering software.	
03.0	Demonstrate proficiency in alternating current circuits and network analysis.  The student will be able to:	
03.01	Solve basic trigonometric problems as applicable to electronics (prerequisite to AC).	
03.02	Identify properties of an AC signal.	
03.03	Identify AC sources.	
03.04	Analyze and measure AC signals utilizing VOM, DVM, oscilloscope, frequency counter and function generator.	
03.05	Define the characteristics of AC capacitive circuits.	
03.06	Construct and verify the operation of AC capacitive circuits.	
03.07	Analyze and troubleshoot AC capacitive circuits.	
03.08	Define the characteristics of AC inductive circuits.	
03.09	Construct and verify the operation of AC inductive circuits.	
03.10	Analyze and troubleshoot AC inductive circuits.	
03.11	Define and apply the principles of transformers to AC circuits.	
03.12	Construct and verify the operation of AC circuits utilizing transformers.	
03.13	Analyze and troubleshoot AC circuits utilizing transformers.	
03.14	Construct and verify the operation of passive differentiators and integrators to determine R-C and R-L time constraints.	
03.15	Compute the impedance of passive RC, RL, and RLC circuits.	
03.16	Analyze and troubleshoot passive differentiator and integrator circuits.	
03.17	Define the characteristics of resistive, inductive, and capacitive (RLC) circuits (series, parallel and complex).	
03.18	Construct and verify the operation of RLC circuits (series, parallel and complex).	
03.19	Define the characteristics of series and parallel resonant circuits.	
03.20	Construct and verify the operation of series and parallel resonant circuits.	
03.21	Analyze and troubleshoot R-C, R-L and RLC circuits.	
03.22	Define the characteristics of frequency selective filter circuits.	
03.23	Construct and verify the operation of frequency selective filter circuits.	
03.24	Analyze and troubleshoot frequency selective filter circuits.	
03.25	Define the characteristics of polyphase circuits.	
03.26	Define basic motor theory and operation.	
03.27	Define basic generator theory and operation.	
03.28	Setup and operate power supplies for AC circuits.	
03.29	Analyze and measure power in AC circuits.	
03.30	Define power factor and power factor correction in AC circuits.	
03.31	Set up and operate capacitor and inductor analyzers for AC circuits.	
03.32	Analyze magnetic circuits.	
03.33	Apply Faraday's law of induced voltages.	
03.34	Solve for mutual inductance in a coupled circuit.	
03.35	Use mesh currents, branch currents, nodal, and/or source transformation analysis to analyze circuits. 	
03.36	Identify the effects of transient spikes in RC, RL, and RLC circuits.	
03.37	Identify the effects of loading on transformers.	
03.38	Analyze multi source AC circuits using superposition theorem.	
03.39	Analyze AC circuits using Thevenin's theorem.	
03.40	Analyze AC circuits using Norton's theorem.	
03.41	Analyze AC circuits using maximum power transfer theorem.	
03.42	Design and simulate AC circuits using engineering software.	
03.43	Identify three-phase power concepts.	
04.0	Demonstrate proficiency in analog electronics.  The student will be able to: 	
04.01	Analyze the construction of various types of P-N junction diodes.	
04.02	Construct, analyze, and troubleshoot diode circuits.	
04.03	Construct, analyze, and troubleshoot regulator circuits using Zener diodes.	
04.04	Construct, analyze, and troubleshoot bipolar junction transistor biased circuits.	
04.05	Construct, analyze, and troubleshoot field effect transistor biased circuits.	
04.06	Construct, analyze small signal amplifier circuits using bipolar junction or field effect transistors.	
04.07	Construct, analyze, and troubleshoot multistage amplifiers.	
04.08	Construct, analyze, and troubleshoot power amplifiers.	
04.09	Analyze low and high frequency amplifier responses.	
04.10	Discuss troubleshooting techniques applied to discrete solid-state circuits.	
04.11	Discuss performance and applications for discrete solid-state circuits.	
04.12	Analyze discrete solid-state circuits using computer programs.	
04.13	Identify and define operational characteristics and applications of multistage amplifiers.	
04.14	Construct, analyze and troubleshoot multistage amplifiers.	
04.15	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of unregulated power supplies and filters.	
04.16	Construct unregulated power supplies and filters.	
04.17	Troubleshoot basic power supplies and filters.	
04.18	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of differential and operational amplifiers.	
04.19	Construct differential and operational amplifier circuits.	
04.20	Analyze and troubleshoot differential and operational amplifier circuits.	
04.21	Identify and define operating characteristics of audio power amplifiers.	
04.22	Construct audio power amplifiers.	
04.23	Identify and analyze different amplifier classes and their applications.	
04.24	Analyze and troubleshoot audio power amplifiers.	
04.25	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of power supply regulator circuits.	
04.26	Construct power supply regulator circuits.	
04.27	Analyze and troubleshoot power supply regulator circuits.	
04.28	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of active filters.	
04.29	Construct active filter circuits.	
04.30	Analyze and troubleshoot active filter circuits.	
04.31	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal oscillator circuits.	
04.32	Construct oscillator circuits.	
04.33	Analyze and troubleshoot oscillator circuits.	
04.34	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of cathode ray tubes.	
04.35	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of optoelectronic devices.	
04.36	Construct, analyze, and troubleshoot an operational amplifier circuit.	
04.37	Solve problems in heat sinking and power limitations for AF power amplifiers.	
04.38	Select the integrated circuit (IC) appropriate to the defined parameters of a circuit.	
04.39	Analyze and troubleshoot operational amplifier circuits with negative or positive feedback.	
04.40	Analyze the operational amplifier frequency response and compensation circuits.	
04.41	Construct, analyze, and troubleshoot basic linear and non-linear amplifier circuits.	
04.42	Construct, analyze, and troubleshoot active filters using operational amplifiers.	
04.43	Construct, analyze, and troubleshoot oscillator circuits using operational amplifiers.	
04.44	Construct and analyze phased lock loop circuits.	
04.45	Construct and analyze integrated circuit voltage regulators.	
04.46	Understand and describe fundamental modulation/demodulation concepts.	
05.0	Demonstrate proficiency in digital electronics.  The student will be able to:	
05.01	Define and apply numbering systems to codes and arithmetic operations.	
05.02	Analyze and minimize logic circuits using Boolean Algebra and Karnaugh Maps (K-Map) operations.	
05.03	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of logic probes for digital circuits.	
05.04	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of power supplies for digital circuits.	
05.05	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of pulsers for digital circuits.	
05.06	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of oscilloscopes for digital circuits.	
05.07	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of logic analyzers for digital circuits.	
05.08	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of pulse generators for digital circuits.	
05.09	Examine power distribution and possible noise problems.	
05.10	Identify types of logic gates and their truth tables.	
05.11	Construct combinational logic circuits using integrated circuits.	
05.12	Troubleshoot logic circuits.	
05.13	Analyze types of flip-flops and their truth tables.	
05.14	Construct flip-flops using integrated circuits.	
05.15	Troubleshoot flip-flops.	
05.16	Identify types of logic circuits using integrated circuits.	
05.17	Identify types of registers and counters.	
05.18	Construct registers and counters using flip-flops and logic gates.	
05.19	Troubleshoot registers and counters.	
05.20	Analyze clock and timing circuits.	
05.21	Construct clock and timing circuits.	
05.22	Troubleshoot clock and timing circuits.	
05.23	Identify types of adder/subtractor logic circuits.	
05.24	Construct adder/subtractor logic circuits.	
05.25	Troubleshoot adder/subtractor logic circuits.	
05.26	Identify types of encoding and decoding devices.	
05.27	Construct encoders and decoders.	
05.28	Troubleshoot encoders and decoders.	
05.29	Identify types of multiplexers and demultiplexer circuits using integrated circuits.	
05.30	Construct multiplexer and demultiplexer circuits using integrated circuits.	
05.31	Troubleshoot multiplexer and demultiplexer circuits.	
05.32	Identify types of memory circuits.	
05.33	Relate the uses of digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital conversions.	
05.34	Construct digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital circuits.	
05.35	Troubleshoot digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital circuits.	
05.36	Identify types of digital displays.	
05.37	Construct digital display circuits.	
05.38	Troubleshoot digital display circuits.	
05.39	Identify and apply programmable logic device (PLD) concepts to logic circuits.	
05.40	Analyze analog and digital circuits using computer programs	
05.41	Define and apply numbering systems to codes and arithmetic operations.	
05.42	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of function generators and oscilloscopes for digital circuits.	
05.43	Identify types of logic gates and their truth tables.	
05.44	Analyze, design, construct, troubleshoot, and verify combinational and sequential logic circuits using integrated circuits, including basic gates, flip-flops, registers, counters, arithmetic logic units, multiplexers/demultiplexers, encoders/decoders, digital displays, analog to digital and digital to analog circuits.	
05.45	Identify and apply very high-speed integrated circuit hardware description language (VHDL) and PLD concepts to the design and construction of complex logic circuits.	
06.0	Demonstrate proficiency in microcomputers and computer systems architecture.  The student will be able to:	
06.01	Draw the block diagram and describing the basic architecture of a microcomputer.	
06.02	Identify and give functional descriptions of data, address, and control buses.	
06.03	Describe the internal architecture and functional components of a microprocessor/microcontroller.	
06.04	Identify and analyze addressing concepts.	
06.05	Describe the sequence of operations in the execution of a microprocessor/microcontroller instruction.	
06.06	Write, assemble, execute, and debug software instructions and programs including data movement, logical and shifting instructions.	
06.07	Identify the various types of RAM and ROM memories and their interfacing to the microprocessor/microcontroller.	
06.08	Analyze, design, construct, troubleshoot, and verify a microprocessor/microcontroller system, including interrupt driven input/output and Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitters (UART).	
06.09	Analyze and draw a timing diagram showing all pertinent bus signals in a microprocessor/microcontroller system.	
07.0	Demonstrate proficiency in software engineering fundamentals.  The student will be able to: 	
07.01	Identify, formulate, and solve software engineering problems, including the specification, design, implementation, and testing of software systems that meet specification, performance, maintenance and quality requirements.	
07.02	Describe the software life cycle.	
07.03	Describe software portability and modularity.	
07.04	Demonstrate the use of maintenance and version control.	
07.05	Implement unit testing, validation, and verification.	
08.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the analysis and design of data and computer communications systems.  The student will be able to:	
08.01	Analyze, design, construct, troubleshoot, and verify serial and parallel, and USB communication systems using industry standard protocols in hardware and software.	
08.02	Identify and define networking and communication layers.	
08.03	Identify and define data communication protocols and networking techniques.	
08.04	Describe the different types of digital data communications systems.	
08.05	Describe data formats and transmission rates in serial data communications systems.	
08.06	Apply digital modulation techniques including pulse-amplitude modulation (PAM), pulse-code modulation (PCM), pulse-width modulation (PWM), and delta modulation.	
08.07	Analyze and design circuits for generation and detection of digital modulation.	
08.08	Apply error detection and correction in digital communication systems.	
08.09	Design and apply multiplexing techniques for computer communications.	
09.0	Demonstrate proficiency with high-level computer programming languages, data structures, and operating system principles emphasizing the hardware/software interface.  The student will be able to:	
09.01	Design, implement, compile, and debug technical programs in a high-level programming language using industry standard tools and techniques.	
09.02	Understand, identify, and define basic operating system concepts such as paging, memory management, process synchronization and management, basic operating system structures, threads, single and multi-user systems, and protection/security.	
09.03	Analyze and implement data structures such as linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, hash tables/maps.	
09.04	Understand and apply compilation, debugging, and file manipulation techniques.	
09.05	Apply programming language syntax to create control structures, apply sorting techniques, use arithmetic operations, create and use pointers, and perform file I/O.	
09.06	Describe and apply industry accepted techniques for solving engineering problems using, including algorithm development, flowcharting, and creation of dynamic and statically linked libraries.	
09.07	Demonstrate an understanding of the internal representation of data, data types, and operators, including little endian/big endian, and IEEE floating point.	
10.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills.  The student will be able to:	
10.01	Write logical and understandable statements, or phrases, to accurately complete forms/invoices commonly used in business and industry.	
10.02	Read and understand graphs, charts, diagrams, and tables commonly used in this industry/occupation area.	
10.03	Follow and execute detailed verbal, graphical, and written instructions.	
10.04	Answer and ask questions coherently and concisely.	
10.05	Read critically by recognizing assumptions and implications and by evaluating ideas.	
11.0	Demonstrate appropriate math skills at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry.  The student will be able to:	
11.01	Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to apply college algebra.	
11.02	Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to apply trigonometry.	
11.03	Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to apply discrete math, probability, and statistics.	
12.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of the natural sciences.  The student will be able to:	
12.01	Understand and apply the scientific method of inquiry to solve problems.	
12.02	Understand and apply the International System (SI) of units and measurements.	
12.03	Understand and apply the basic principles of physics.	
12.04	Draw conclusions or make inferences from data using statistical data analysis techniques.	
13.0	Demonstrate employability skills.  The student will be able to:	
13.01	Conduct a job search and secure information about a job.	
13.02	Identify documents which may be required when applying for a job interview.	
13.03	Complete a job application form correctly.	
13.04	Demonstrate competence in job interview techniques.	
13.05	Demonstrate competence in project management techniques.	
13.06	Identify or demonstrate appropriate responses to criticism from employer, supervisor or other employees.	
13.07	Identify acceptable work habits and address any safety concerns or issues.	
13.08	An ability to function effectively on teams.	
14.0	Demonstrate proficiency in technical recording and reporting.  The student will be able to:	
14.01	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of microcomputer application programs (e.g., word processor, database, and spreadsheet).	
14.02	Demonstrate the use of microcomputer circuit capture and simulation programs.	
14.03	Demonstrate the use of microcomputer analytical software.	
14.04	Record data including the use of curves and graphs.	
14.05	Write reports and make oral presentations.	
14.06	Create documentations and maintain test logs.	
14.07	Make equipment failure reports.	
15.0	Understand, install, configure, and troubleshoot issues relating to computer hardware and software.  The student will be able to:	
15.01	Describe the functions and major components (BIOS, task management, etc.) of a computer operating system.	
15.02	Use an operating system for activities such as data and file management.	
15.03	Identify various coding schemes (ASCII, etc.).	
15.04	Identify the major hardware platforms.	
15.05	Set up and use multiple hardware platforms built on various processor architectures.	
15.06	Use system software to perform routine maintenance tasks such as backup, hard drive defragmentation, etc.	
15.07	Use both stand-alone operating systems and network operating systems.	
15.08	Describe and demonstrate the primary features and functions of the major categories of applications software (word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation, email, browsers, etc.). 	
15.09	Describe the functions of major components of a computer system. 	
15.10	Discuss various computer applications in society. 	
15.11	Describe the categories of computers. 	
15.12	Recognize the value of computer literacy within an individual’s personal and career environments. 	
15.13	Set up and configure systems and peripherals.	
15.14	Set up and upgrade BIOS.	
15.15	Install and configure storage and I/O device interfaces.	
15.16	Describe the architecture of a typical microcomputer system.	
15.17	Perform component maintenance tasks on microcomputer systems.	
15.18	Perform preventive maintenance tasks on microcomputer systems.	
15.19	Describe issues that affect system design and construction (redundancy, fault tolerance, etc.).	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools, and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

General Education Course Requirements for AS and AAS Degrees

State Board of Education Rule 6A-14.030(4), F.A.C., identifies 15 credit hours as the minimum amount of general education coursework required in the Associate of Science (AS) degree and the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.  In addition, Rule 6A-14.0303, F.A.C., implements s. 1007.25, F.S., and requires students entering a technical education degree program in the 2022-2023 academic year, and thereafter, to complete at least one identified core course in each subject area as part of the general education course requirements (15 credit hours total) before a degree is awarded) The core subject areas include: 
•	Communication. 
•	Humanities.
•	Mathematics. 
•	Natural Sciences.
•	Social Sciences.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

CTSOs are co-curricular career and technical student organizations providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills. Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered. Other CTSOs not listed in this curriculum framework or recognized by the Florida Department of Education are permissible provided they support student mastery over the standards and benchmarks of this curriculum framework.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Certificate Programs

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).  This AS degree program includes the following College Credit Certificate:

	Microcomputer Repairer/Installer (0647010406) – 15 credit hours

Standards for the above certificate programs are contained in separate curriculum frameworks.