Computer & Network Technician/Information Technology
The fastest growing careers in our nation – and some of the most
rewarding – are centered on information technology. Computer &
Network Technician/Information Technology offers students a
hands-on, project-based approach to mastering theory, concepts and
practices in an exciting and ever-changing career field. Students
learn through extensive real-life experiences in a newly designed
lab equipped with the latest hardware, software and technology.
In both years of the program, students prepare for multiple,
nationally recognized certification exams, including A+ computer
service technician, N+, Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician
(CCENT) and S+ network technician. Topics of study also include
Microsoft network operating systems and Linux network operating
systems such as Ubuntu. Qualified year-two students may choose to
complete, through self-paced, instructor-supported and focused
study, two to three of the following electives: fiber optics, copper
wiring, wireless technology, security and voice.
Work experiences and internships build students’ skills and
employability. Upon completion of the program, they may enter the
workforce or pursue further education. Students interested in
Computer & Network Technician/Information Technology must complete
an application and interview process. Career information may be
found at www.comptia.org, www.microsoft.com/learning/default.mspx,
www.cisco.com/web/learning/netacad/ or www.bls.gov/oco/oco1002.htm.
Career Opportunities:
A+ Certified computer service technician
Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT)
N+ Certified network technician
S+ Certified network technician
Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
Units of Study – Year One:
Workplace safety
Fundamentals of electronics
Computer & peripheral repair, troubleshooting, service & preventive maintenance
Disk operating systems
Network operating systems
Microsoft server unit
Linux-Ubuntu
Fundamentals of telecommunications
Training and consulting
Customer service
Integrated math
Units of Study – Year Two:
WAN and LAN theory & design
Network topologies, architecture & protocols
Network service, troubleshooting & maintenance
Fiber optics elective
Copper wiring elective
Wireless technology elective
Security elective
Voice elective
Integrated English
College Articulation:
Fulton Montgomery Community College
Hudson Valley Community College
ITT Technical Institute
Schenectady County Community College
SUNY Cobleskill
Application:
You must complete and mail back a written
application for the program. Click to download.
Computer Network Technician/Information
Technology application pdf
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Computer systems, network and software professions comprise five of the 25 fastest growing careers in the nation today. [U.S. Department of Labor}
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