A+ and Network+ Certified Technician

Program Description

Prerequisite: None

Training Goal

This program is designed to prepare students who are new to the computer industry for a career as a computer and/or Network Technician. Students will learn the skills needed to obtain the A+ Service Technician certification as well as learn how to install, configure and maintain the most commonly used networking programs in business today: Windows. Students will also learn how to build, install and troubleshoot the cables that connect the computers together. The following are some specific areas of concentration:

• Introduction to Operating Systems
• PC Hardware Configuration and Maintenance
• Windows for Technicians
• Introduction to Networking
• Network Cabling and Connectivity
• Networking Technology
• Network Practices
• OSI Reference Model
• Networking Protocol Suites
• Basic Router Operations
• Wide-Area Networking
• Introduction to Software Applications
• Client/Server networking principals such as DNS, DHCP, and Internet access.
• Preparation for more advanced certifications such as CCNA, Linux and MCP.

Course Activities

DOS for Technicians

PC Hardware Configuration and Maintenance

Windows for Technicians

Introduction to Software Applications

A+ Exam Preparation

Advanced Networking Concepts

Network Operating Systems: Windows 2000, Novell, and Linux

Configuring Network Cables

Advanced Networking

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Placement Opportunities

Upon successful completion of this course, and a good positive attitude, graduates might expect to become employed in the following occupations:

Network Operating Center Technician

Field Service Repairman

Computer Sales

Customer Support

PC Hardware and Software Customer Support Specialist

Network Maintenance Technician

Network Installer

Network User Support Specialist

Other related computer support positions

Program Details

Course Length.................................................................................................. 16 Weeks - Days

Instructional Lecture/Hands-on Lab Hours ..................................................................400 Hours

Lecture/Hands-On Lab Schedule (Monday - Friday) ....................................9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Start Dates .................................................................................................................Monthly

(4 student minimum, 16 student maximum)

Total Program Price .................................................................................$5,500

Sylvan Prometric or Vue A+ Certification Fee - Sylvan prometric or VUE administers the A+ and Network+ certification exam. Future Technologies Training Center will either pay for your first test up front or reimburse the first passing fee.