Networking Technology Fast-Track Diploma

Overview

The Networking Technology Fast-Track Diploma program is designed to prepare students to seek employment as an entry-level computer repair technician. Instructional activities will include the identification of computer system hardware and software problems, and how to perform preventative maintenance functions. Training is also given in operating systems and network fundamentals.

This program is designed to prepare students to become skilled entry-level computer repair specialists. Students are trained to install, configure and troubleshoot PC components by adding or replacing such parts as motherboards, memory, CD-ROM drives, audio cards and many more. This program also prepares students to effectively set up, interconnect, and manage medium and large scale Windows NT networking.

The Networking Technology Fast-Track Diploma program features include:

• Fast-track program
• Operating systems and networking
• Computer diagnostics and repair

What Else to Expect?

ICDC College also offers its graduates an employment preparation course prior to graduation to assist in finding sources of employment, preparing an effective resume, interview techniques and dress for success workshops.

Careers

The areas of employment relevant to the Networking Technology program are:

• Network Administrator
• Technical Support Specialist
• User Support Analyst
• Network Specialist
• IT Administrator

Campuses

The Networking Technology Fast-Track Diploma program is available at the following campuses:

• Hollywood
• Huntington Park

Courses

Below are some of the courses from the program:

• Personal Computer Mechanical and Electronic Components
• PC Hardware Concepts and Fundamentals
• Operating Systems
• Computer Diagnostic and Repair
• Networking

Disclosures

OCCUPATIONAL INFORMATION:

The occupations this program prepares students to enter by name and SOC code:
Computer Support Specialist 15-1041.00

LINKS:

The links to the occupational profiles on the Department of Labor’s O*Net are:
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/15-1041.00

COSTS:

Tuition and Fees: $16,500.00
Books and Supplies: included w/ tuition
On campus room and board: N/A

MEDIAN LOAN DEBT:

Federal Loans: $9,308.00
Private Educational Loans: $0
Institutional Financing Plans: $0

PROGRAM COMPLETION RATE:

The program is designed to take 36 weeks to complete.
56% of graduates graduated within this time.

PLACEMENT RATE:

The job placement rate for program graduates is: 80%