Computer Networking

Prepare for a high wage, high demand career in 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 you prepare 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.

Upon high school graduation, you can request a transcript from Cuyahoga Community College indicating which courses you have completed while attending Polaris. The Tri-C transcript may be used at Tri-C or submitted to four year colleges for transfer credits.

To enroll in the Computer Networking Technology program, you must have successfully completed Algebra I and have strong reading skills. You must complete Algebra II by the end of your junior year. Employment requires a variety of skills, especially troubleshooting, organization, motivation, verbal and written communication skills and teamwork. Strong Math and Reading skills are indicators of success.

The CNT program helps prepare you for the following industry certifications: CompTIA A+, and the Cisco CCNA.

Credits

High School Credit Junior Year
Computer Networking: 2.5, Technology: .5, Algebra II: 1.0
Potential College Semester Hour Credit
College Tech Prep maximum credit: 30.0

  • Successful CNT completion: 11.0
  • A+ certification: 7.0
  • Cisco CCNA: 16.0
  • Math certification: 4.0

Program Resources

Course of Study/Syllabus

Sample Assignments

Current Program Fees:

Junior: $ 130.00

Senior: $ 180.00

Computer Networking - Chevalier

Teacher: Tom Chevalier

Email: tchevali@olaris.edu
Education:
Master of Education, Baldwin-Wallace College
Bachelor of Science-Health Education, The Ohio State University
Ohio Teaching Certifications: Networking, Computer Science, Health Education; Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT); Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE); Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCAI); Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA); Novell Academic Instructor (NAI); Novell Certified Novell Engineer (CNE); CompTIA Certifications: A+, Network +, Server+, Linus+, Security+
Years at Polaris: 12
Industry Experience: 16 years
Interests/Hobbies: Volleyball, Computer Networking

Skills

  • PC service and repair
  • Cisco router and switch configuration
  • Microsoft Windows Operating Systems
  • Employability skills
  • Wireless networking
  • Logical troubleshooting

Equipment

  • PCs
  • Servers
  • Routers
  • Switches
  • Wireless access points
  • Patch panels

Career Options with Additional College Education

  • PC support specialist
  • Network administrator/engineer
  • WAN administrator
  • Wireless specialist
  • Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA)
  • Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE)
  • Computer security
  • Computer forensics