Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) is leaning into community partnerships to prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Industrial mechanics students will do the hands-on work while IT students will handle the cybersecurity to conquer the simulated hack.
“Normally they would have to wait until college to get the experiences that they’re now getting in high school.”
SparkNC gives middle and high school students an opportunity to explore the skills needed for careers in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, computer systems engineering, software development, and game development.
Sorrells also said that the SparkLab will play a role in building the digital literacy of all Cumberland County constituents.