Network Operations is an exciting program that helps students prepare for college information system majors and lucrative technical industry certifications. Students explore current technologies related to PC hardware and operating systems, network design concepts, and the installation and administration of local and wide area networks. This program prepares students for CompTIA A+ Core Hardware, A+ Operating Systems, and Network+ certification exams. CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications are recognized industry standards for foundation-level information technology (IT) skills, and the skills learned are applicable to other certifications such as Microsoft's MCSE, Cisco's CCNA, and Novell's CNE. Network Operations students earn 3 Advanced Tech credits and the course is also a Career Development Program Completer. Articulated college credits may be earned through successful completion of the program.
-
- Prepare students for college
- Prepare students for technical industry certification exams (A+ and Network+)
- Prepare students for entry-level employment
- Provide students with a wide range of fundamental network and computer related skills
- Provide knowlegde of networking (LANs and WANs), computers, and their operationg systems
- Develop effective written and verbal communication skill
- Increase civic, social, and business awareness
-
- Algebra 1A
- Keyboarding
- Software applications by design
- Excellent attendance
- GPA 2.5 minimum
-
- First semester: 1.5 credits
- Second semester: 1.5 credits
-
- First semester: 420292
- Second semester: 420392
-
- $15.00 Skills USA Membership
- $120.00 A+ Certifications Fee and workbooks (Semester I)
- $120.00 Network+ Certification Fee and workbook (Semester II)