Computer Networking Courses Focus On Practical Practice
When choosing the program at which you
will receive computer networking training, there are a few things to
consider. First and foremost, the offering should incorporate the latest
in computer systems through a strong hands-on lab and technical problem
solving focus. Secondly, the computer networking courses should reflect
the ever-growing innovations of the digital revolution. These aspects
are reflected in the computer networking courses at Centennial College's
three-year Computer Systems Technology - Networking offering.
For
example, thanks to the practical nature of this computer networking
course approach, students have the opportunity to learn about operating
systems as well as configuring and troubleshooting wired and wireless
networks to have full control of the computing and communicating
technology by actually going inside PC hardware. The many computer networking training
labs at Centennial College's Progress Campus support this feature.
These labs are fully equipped with the latest equipment that teaches,
for example, techniques for copper/ fiber cabling certification and
network troubleshooting. Additionally students of this computer
networking training also cover putting together and maintaining systems
that will empower users in their creative, business and communication
activities.
Practical application continues into semester six of
the computer networking training with a capstone project. This feature
is related to the fifth semester computer networking course Fundamentals
of Project Management, during which students learn about research,
analysis, planning, costing, scheduling and resolving problems in
implementing the project. The project conceived in Fundamentals of
Project Management is incorporated for the capstone endeavor. As such,
students design a project that fulfills the specifics laid down to
accomplish business objectives. They work in a team to handle the
various aspects of the project and maintain clear and accurate project
related documents, which adhere to industry standards. During the
implementation process students go through configuration and
troubleshooting exercises, using a systematic approach and diagnostic
tools to solve problems. At the end of the course each team demonstrates
the project, makes an oral presentation and submits a written report.
To
be one of 100 students accepted into Centennial College's computer
networking training students are required to have completed an Ontario
Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status
(19 years or older); English Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent, or skills
assessment; and Math Grade 11 M or U or Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent,
or skills assessment.
Please note that exit points are available
to qualified students after one year (CRAM certificate) and two years
(Technician diploma). Graduates are positioned to pursue industry
standard certifications such as Comptia A+, Net+, iNet, Cisco CCNA,
Novell CNE, Microsoft Win2000 Professional and Server.
Once they have completed the Computer Networking Course,
students may enter the field as: computer systems technologist, field
service representative, network technologist, network technical support
specialist, help desk support, LAN support and LAN administrator.
