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Computer Networking

Career Trees for computer network

Entry Level Careers

  • PC Support Specialist
  • Helpdesk Technician
  • Technical Support Representative
  • Systems Administrator
  • User Support Specialist

Technical Careers

  • Helpdesk Manager
  • System Analyst
  • Network Administrator
  • Technical Support Specialist
  • Hardware Maintenance Technician
  • Systems Coordinator
  • Call Center Support Manager

Professional Careers

  • IT Project Manager
  • Network Designer and Administrator
  • Technical Support Engineer
  • Technical Writer
  • Technical Account Manager
  • Test Engineer
Learn More About This Career

12 Segments

  1. PC Hardware
  2. Troubleshooting, Repair & Maintenance
  3. Operation Systems & Software
  4. Safety
  5. Security
  6. Operational Procedure
  7. Network Technologies
  8. Network Hardware & Tools
  9. Personal Skills & Customer Service
  10. Network Management
  11. Teamwork & Leadership
  12. Network Analysis & Design

Indispensable Skills

  1. Computer literate
  2. Attain keyboarding of 35 WPM
  3. Diagnose and perform computer repairs
  4. Ability to multitask
  5. Motor Coordination/Finger Dexterity
  6. Spatial/Form Perception
  7. Ability to participate in public speaking events
  8. Employ technological tools to expedite workflow
  9. Familiarity with related software
  10. Ability to lift 25-50 pounds

State/National Certifications

  • CompTIA A+
  • MTA Cloud Fundamentals
  • MTA Mobility & Device Fundamentals
  • MTA Security Fundamentals
  • MTA Networking Fundamentals
  • MTA Windows Operating System Fundamentals
  • MTA Windows Server Administration Fundamentals
  • Testout PC Pro
  • Testout Network Pro
  • IC3 Digital Literacy
  • IC3 Computing Fundamentals
  • IC3 Key Applications
  • IC3 Living Online
  • Microsoft Office Specialist Excel
  • Microsoft Office Specialist Excel Expert
  • Microsoft Office Specialist Outlook
  • Microsoft Office Specialist PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Office Specialist Word
  • Microsoft Office Specialist Word Expert
  • Microsoft Office Specialist Master Certification
  • NRF Customer Service & Sales
  • NRF Advanced Customer Service & Sales
  • CompTIA Linux+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA IT Fundamentals
  • Microsoft Office Specialist Access
  • Microsoft Certified Professional

*Certifications may vary by Campus, please see instructor for details.

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