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Networking Technology Certifications
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Comp TIA A+
The coursework is developed by the Cisco Learning Institute to educate students in the basic principles of PC upgrade, troubleshooting, and repair. If you have always wondered how computers work or wanted a job working on computers, then this is the certification to obtain! In addition, this is a great place to start your certification journey since most of the skills learned are required in the other certification tracks.
Basics:
1 course: CET 1178
Focuses on the repair and/or upgrade of Personal Computers
Preps students for careers as PC Support Specialist
2 certification exams: 220-301 & 220-302
Estimated cost for certification: $600 (books, tuition, fees & exam)
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
The coursework is developed by the Cisco Learning Institute to educate students in the basic principles of networking, developing design and configuration skills, and prepare them for careers in the IT field. The four courses MUST be taken in sequence. CET 1600 and 1610 are also offered in a Blended Distance Learning format where most course-work is completed independently and hand-on labs are accomplished on scheduled Saturday meetings.
Basics:
4 courses: CET 1600, 1610, 2615, & 2620
Focuses on the 'hardware' end of networking-design and construction of data networks
Preps students for careers as Network Engineers or Designers
1 Certification exam: 640-801
Estimated cost for certification: $1000 (books, tuition, fees & exam)
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Comp TIA Linux+
The coursework is developed by the Cisco Learning Institute to educate students interests in the fastest growing alternative operating system for computers. Students will learn how to install, configure, & administer the RedHat Linux operating system.
Basic:
1 course: CET 1179
Focuses on Linux operating system
Fits well with the A+ certification for PC Support Specialist
1 certification exam: XH0-001
estimated cost for certification: $500 (books, tuition, fees, exam)
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Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE)
This is a series of courses taken over three(3) semesters that prepares students for the core and elective MCSE exams. Topics covered include: Windows XP, Server, Active Directory administration and design, Windows 2000 Security, and Windows 2000 Networking Infrastructure and Design. Students who complete the exam process are qualified to hold jobs as Network Administrators.
Basics:
6 courses: CEN 1513, 1518, CTS 2302, 2303, 2310, 2320
Focuses on the 'software' end of networking-administration and maintenance of resources on a data network or domain
Preps student for career as Network Administrators
7 certification exams: 70-270, 70-215, 70-216, 70-217, 70-219, 70-220, 70-221
Estimated cost for certification: $2,500 (books, tuition, fees, exams)
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Comp TIA Network+
This is an optional certification for students who have successfully completed the CCNA program of study. This certification covers the same general principles of networking, but in a vendor-neutral format.
Basics:
CCNA courses prep for this certification also
1 certification exam: N10-002
Estimated cost for certification: $200 (exam)
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CompTIA HTI+
This is one of the newest certifications aimed at students seeking jobs in the residential construction industry. Coursework developed by the Cisco Learning Institute to educate students in the basic principles of the sub-contracting areas listed below, and give them the skills necessary to integrate sub-networks into a home equipped to handle the technology of the 21st century.
Basic:
1 course: TBA
Focuses on the construction of integrated networks in homes-telecom, data, video, audio, security, surveillance, HVAC, and other residential systems.
Preps students for careers as Home Technology Integration Installers
2 certification exams: HT0-101 & HT0-102
Estimated cost for certification: $750 (books, tuition, fees, exams) |
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