Computer Technology: Network Support Technician
Certificate of Achievement
Salary: $35,200–$57,190 / year (Nevada)
Career Outlook: Growth will be much faster than average
Good To Know: WNC is a CISCO Regional Academy. Companies will continue to invest heavily in their computer systems because of productivity gains and investment returns.
WNC Academic Division: Technology
Total Requirements: 33–35 Units (Credits)
| Program Requirements | 26 Units (Credits) | |
|---|---|---|
| CIT 161 | Essentials of Information Security | 3 |
| CIT 263 | Introduction to IT Project Management | 3 |
| CSCO 120 | CCNA Internetworking Fundamentals | 4 |
| CSCO 121 | CCNA Routing Protocols and Concepts | 4 |
| CSCO 130 | Fundamentals of Wireless LANs | 4 |
| CSCO 220 | CCNA LAN Switching and Wireless Fundamentals | 4 |
| CSCO 221 | CCNA WAN Fundamentals | 4 |
| General Education Requirements | 7–9 Units (Credits) | |
|
English/Communications Requirements Must include a writing course |
3 | |
| Human Relations Requirement | 1-3 | |
| Mathematics Requirement | 3 | |
| A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Certificate of Achievement can be found on the Certificate of Achievement page. | ||
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Suggested Course Sequence
First Semester: 17 Credits
Second Semester: 16–18 Credits
Mission and Outcomes
Mission: The purpose of the Network Support Technician certificate is to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their chosen careers.
Student Learning Outcomes: Students in the Computer Technologies Certificate programs are expected to:
Know:
- the competencies required to successfully pass information technology certification exams.
Are able to:
- demonstrate the skills and competencies required of professionals in the information technology industry in real-world practice.
- communicate effectively and appropriately, in oral and written form, with employees, colleagues and lay people.
- locate, evaluate and properly utilize the tools and resources appropriate to an information technology professional.
Appreciate:
- the need for continuing education and life long learning.
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