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NETWORKING
Course Objective:
Students will obtain education and skills in the field of computer networking for small businesses.
Course Description:
This three-year program provides tenth, eleventh, and twelfth graders with meaningful training toward a career and/or further study in the rapidly expanding occupational area through gainful, positive experiences whether or not they are coming from districts having their own networking programs. This program provides information and hands-on activity leading to certifications such as Cisco, Microsoft Certified Engineer, A+, and others. Networking topics include Software, Hardware, Operating Systems, Installation, and Solutions.
Course Topics:
Install and configure CISCO switches and routers
Provide level one troubleshooting
Improve network performance and security
Perform tasks in designing, planning, and installation
Ethernet and TCP / IP networks
Textbooks:
CompTIA A+; Charles J. Brooks; 2008.
Networking + CompTIA; Charles J. Brooks; 2009.
Cisco Networking Academy - online
Cooperating Companies:
Basic Innovations
Bucyrus
Questeq
Technical Products & Supplies
Specialized Shop Equipment:
CISCO routers and switches
Authorized Pearson Vue Testing Center
Certifications:
CCNA
A+
Networking +
Articulation Agreements
California University of Pennsylvania – Computer Engineering Technology
ICM School of Business & Medical Careers – Computer Management; Network Administration
Pittsburgh Technical Institute - Networking
Post-Secondary Training Options:
California University of Pennsylvania – Computer Engineering Technology; Computer Science Technology
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania – Computer and Information Sciences
ICM School of Business & Medical Careers – Computer Management; Network Administration
ITT Technical Institute – Computer and Information Systems Security; Computer Programming; Computer Software Technology; Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Penn Commercial Business and Technical School – Network Administrator
Pennsylvania College of Technology – Computer and Information Sciences; Computer System Analyst
Potential Careers:
Network Systems Technician
Network Administrator
IT Specialist
Network Engineer
Technical Support
Network Consultant
Network Analyst
Computer Networking Skills:
Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
Wages and Employment Trends:
Median Wages (2009) $35.22 hourly, $73,250 annually
Employment (2008) 292,000 employees
Projected Growth (2008-2018) Much faster than average (20% or higher)
Projected Need (2008-2018) 208,300 additional employees
