Saginaw Career Complex - Programs - IT

Computer Technology & Networking

Program Description

This Tech Prep program is designed to teach students the fundamentals of managing computer networking software, such as operating systems and protocols, and networking hardware, such as routers and switches. Students who successfully complete this program will be prepared to take industry recognized Cisco CCNA, CompTIA-Network+, and CompTIA-A+ growing, hich-wage jobs in the country.

Program Content

Personal Management and Employability Skills
Installation, Configuration, and Upgrade of Computer and Peripherals
Diagnosing and Troubleshooting Computers and Peripherals
Customer Repair Needs
Diagnosing and Troubleshooting Network Configurations
Configuration of Network Protocols, Data Storage, Security, and Equipment
Configuration and Mapping of Network Resources
Configuration and Identification of Network Topology
Ethics, Security, and Legal Responsibilities
Computer Assembly
Cabling and Testing a LAN
Router Configuration / Connectivity
Router Troubleshooting
Ehternet Switch /VLANs

Special Features

Students may participate in BPA (Business Professionals of America), a national organization that provides opportunities to develop teamwork, personal leadership, and career skills valued by employers.
Delta College Skill Day Competitions.
12th grade students will complete and present senior projects
Unpaid work experience
Co-op and Paid Work Experience may be available.
Web based content, on line assessment, and hands on labs
Internet Technology Skills
Configure and Ethernet Switch / VLANs

Academic Credit

1st Year Students can earn:

3.5 cr.	Computer Technology & Networking
0.5 cr.	Communication & Composition

2nd Year Students and 1st Year Seniors can earn:

2.5 cr.	Computer Technology & Networking
1 cr.	Calculus, Precalculus, or Problem Solving in Math
0.5 cr.	Communication & Composition
Credit	On-line Learning Experience
Credit	Visual, Performing, and Applied Arts requirement

College Credit

Program completers may qualify for articulated college credit from the following colleges and universities.

Baker College: 20 Credits - 28 Credits(*Pending)

NET121B	Essentials of Networking (4 cr.)
CIS106A	Intro to Operating Systems Concepts (4 cr.)
CIS107A	Intro to Hardware Concepts (4 cr.)
INF111	Information Systems Theory (2 cr.)
INF121	Introduction to Windows (2 cr.)
INF131	Internet and the World Wide Web ( 2 cr.)
INF141	PowerPoint (2 cr.)
CSC121	Routing Concepts and Models I (4 cr.)
CSC221	Router Components / Configuration II (8 cr.)
CSC231	LAN Switching and Design III (8 cr.)
CSC241	WAN Design & Network Mgnt. IV (8 cr.)

Davenport University: 37 Credits

BITS101	Computer Essentials (3 cr.)
BITS209	Dynamic Presentations (1 cr.)
BUSN210	Professional Ethics (3 cr.)
CISP101	Computer Foundations (3 cr.)
COMM120	Presentation Techniques (3 cr.)
ENGL109	Composition ( 3 cr.)
NETW101	PC Operating Systems (3 cr.)
NETW111	Cisco Network Fundamentals (3 cr.)
NETW112	Cisco Network Router IOS (3 cr.)
NETW201	PC Maintenance & Mgnt. (3 cr.)
NETW211	Cisco Network LAN Design (3 cr.)
NETW212	Cisco Network WAN Design (3 cr.)
SOSC201	Diversity in Society (3 cr.)

Delta College: 16 Credits

CST103	Windows Foundations (1 cr.)
CST106	Internet Foundations (1 cr.)
CST123	Winddows Operating Systems (1 cr.)
CST128	PC Hardware & Concepts (4 cr.)
CST133	Intro to Computer Info Tech (4 cr.)
*CST147	Presentation Graphics Using PowerPoint (2 cr.)
CST161	Network Essentials (3 cr.)

Ferris State University: 12 Credits (*Pending)

*ECNS115	Networks 1 (3 cr.)
*ECNS125	Networks 2 (3 cr.)
*ECNS215	Networks 3 (3 cr.)
*ECNS225	Networks 4 (3 cr.)

Student Certifications

Program completers may qualify for the following industry certifications:

CompTIA-Network+, A+, and/or Server+
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
Internet & Computing Core (IC3)
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Personal Management & Employability Skills
Passes Edge Safety Certificate

Program Certifications

MicroSoft Developer Network
Cisco Academy

Program Requirements

Text reading level: 10th grade
Keyboarding and computer skills
Self-directed, independent learner
Completed Algebra and Geometry with a "C" or better

Career Possibilities

PC Support Specialist
Network Technician
Network Administrator
Computer Security Administrator