Networking Essentials
Other High School
About This Course
Networking technology powers the Internet. Networks make it possible for us to use social media, streaming services like Netflix, ride-hailing services like Uber, and much more. Put simply, networks are critical for every industry, which is why demand for networking skills keeps rising. A strong foundational knowledge of networks can lead to a successful career in IT. This Networking Essentials course prepares you for the entry-level Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Network certification and entry-level roles such as Network Support Technician, Entry-level Help Desk Technician, or IT Support Specialist. You will learn how networks operate, including the devices, media, and protocols that enable network communication. Develop key skills so you can perform basic troubleshooting, using effective methodologies and help desk best practices. This course is offered in partnership with Michigan Information Technology Training, LLC. (MITT)
Terms Offered
- (25-26) Semester 2
- (25-26) Trimester 3
- (25-26) Summer
- (26-27) Semester 1
- (26-27) Trimester 1
- (26-27) Semester 2
- (26-27) Trimester 2
- (26-27) Trimester 3
NCAA Approved?
N/A - Non-Core
Course Type
Netacademy
Standards
- Career and Technical Education (Advance CTE) National Career Ready Practices (2024)
- National CTE Knowledge & Skill Statements by Career Cluster: The Common Career Technical Core