Course Information
2026-2027 Academic Year
CS21 Computer Science II
| Course Code | CS21 |
| Course Title | Computer Science II |
| Course Description | Code programs that use advanced creativity and large data sets. Create computer programs that make use of advanced algorithms and procedures. Explore the impacts of computers on a global scale. Gain the knowledge and skills for careers in the Computer Science Principles pathway. |
| Cluster Grouping | Connecting and Supporting Success |
| Career Cluster | Digital Technology and Computer Science (DTCS) |
| Course Lead Consultant | Michelle Pierce michelle.pierce@dpi.nc.gov |
| Course Status | Standard |
| Course Type | Adopted |
| POL (Proof of Learning) | PBM (Performance-based Measurement) |
| Credential as POL | N/A |
| Curriculum Date | Summer 2022 |
| Hours of Instruction | 135-150 |
| Recommended Maximum Enrollment | 30 |
| Course Credit | 1 |
| Inherently Honors | No |
| Meets Computer Science (CS) Graduation Requirement | Yes |
| Math Option Credit | No |
| Prerequisites | CS20 Computer Science I |
| Cluster Grouping(s) | Connecting and Supporting Success |
| Career Cluster(s) | Digital Technology and Computer Science (DTCS) |
| Pathway Level(s) | Computer Science Principles (CSPR) - Concentrator |
| Aligned Credential(s) or Certification(s) | N/A |
| CTSO(s)(Career and Technical Student Organization) | Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) SkillsUSA Technology Student Association (TSA) |
| SOC Code(s)(Standard Occupational Classification Code) | Computer Network Support Specialists (15-1231)Computer Programmers (15-1251)Information Security Analysts (15-1212)Software Developers (15-1252)Statisticians (15-2041)Web and Digital Interface Designers (15-1255)Web Developers (15-1254) |
