Cisco / A+
Located at Barberton High School
Barberton Cisco/A+
Rich Mehok, CCNA, CCIA
330 753-1084 ext. 5171
www.bhsnetworking.org
What you'll do in Cisco / A+:
*Build and troubleshoot computers
*Install and maintain networks
*Optimize internet traffic.
Tech-Savvy Workers
Innovations such as social networking, cloud computing, e-commerce, web conferencing, and desktop virtualization are changing the way we live, work, play and learn. These capabilities are all powered by networks, and organizations around the world are experiencing a shortage of qualified IT candidates to design, install, and manage these networks. Students who gain IT knowledge and hands-on experience through Networking Academy courses can earn college credit and Cisco career certifications and help fill an estimated eight million networking jobs around the world.
What you will learn:
- Computer hardware repair and upgrading
- Computer software and operating systems
- LAN design
- Network management/analysis
- Detailed network design/management
- Advanced router/switch configuration
What does it take?
- Desire and ability to work with technology
- Ability to carry out detailed tasks and follow multi-part directions
- Organizational skills
- Ability to visualize completed projects
- Keyboarding skills
- Willingness to be a team player
Employment Opportunities:
- CCNET
- CCNA Certification (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- CompTia A+ Certification
- Computer Repairperson
Future educational options:
- Associate’s degree in computer information systems or computer service and network technology
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering
Student club activities:
- SkillsUSA
CISCO/A+ is a program that prepares students for industry-standard career certificates and lifelong learning opportunities. Among these certificates are the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) and A+ certification. Students will become familiar with safety, hands-on repairs, upgrading, troubleshooting, and installing of computer components. Students will design, install, and maintain networks. Particular emphasis is given to use of decision-making and problem-solving techniques in applying science, mathematics, communication, and social studies concepts to solve networking problems. Cisco/A+ 2 is the second year of the two-year program.
Program Length: 2 Years-Barberton
Skills Learned:
• LAN design
• Network management/analysis
• Router configuration
• Detailed network design/management
• Advanced router/switch configuration
Typical Entry-Level Employment Opportunities:
• CISCO Certified Network Technician (exam required)
• A+ Certified Technician (exam required)
• Other Information Technology (IT) related jobs
College and Related Education:
• Associate’s degree in computer programming
• Bachelor’s degree in computer programming, computer science