Computer Networking
Technology Tech Prep
“Our teacher is great. The program is state-of-the-art. It brings the textbook to life in a hands-on environment.”
Alex Pasini
Fairview High School
Connect to the world and enter the exciting field of Information Technology (IT). IT careers are now part of most businesses. They offer many advantages: interesting work, high pay, and opportunities for advancement and continued growth.
The Computer Networking Technology (CNT) program helps prepare you for a career in Information Technology with a networking specialization. CNT is a College Tech Prep program where you can earn up to 30 semester hours of college credits while still in high school! College credit is earned by maintaining good grades and passing industry certification tests.
Upon high school graduation, you can request a transcript from Cuyahoga Community College (CCC) indicating which courses you have completed while attending Polaris. The CCC transcript may then be submitted to CCC or other colleges for credit.
To enroll in the Computer Networking Technology program, you must have successfully completed Algebra I and the reading section of the OGT prior to your junior year. Students must complete Algebra II by the end of their junior year. Employment requires a variety of skills, especially analytical, organizational, motivational, and teamwork. You should be familiar with a Windows Operating System and have strong math and reading skills.
The CNT program prepares you for the following industry certifications: CompTIA A+, Cisco CCNA Intro, and Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP). Independent study options are available for CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA and Microsoft MCSA for qualified students.
Skills
PC repair and troubleshooting
Cisco router configuration
Client/Server Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Operating Systems
Employment skills
Wireless networking
Equipment
PCs
File servers
Routers
Switches
Patch panels
Career Options
PC support specialist
Network administrator
Network engineer
WAN administrator
Wireless administrator
Security specialist
Future Opportunities with Further Education
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (Independent study option)
Cisco Wireless LAN Support Specialist (Independent study option)
Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA) (Post Secondary)
Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) (Post Secondary)
High School Credit Junior Year
Computer Networking 2.5
Technology .5
Algebra II 1.0
Potential College Semester Hour Credit – College Tech Prep
Successful CNT completion 11 semester hours
A+ certification 7 semester hours
Cisco Intro certification 9 semester hours
Independent study options:
Network+ certification 5.0 semester hours
CCNA certification 16.0 semester hours
Math certification 4.0 semester hours
Maximum credit 30.0 semester hours