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Networking Technology

This class is designed to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging networking technology that will empower them to enter employment and/or further education and training in the computer networking field. Content standards are based on a task analysis of current industry/occupational standards. Training includes safety, networking, cabling tools, routers, IP addressing and networking standards. Students will be equipped with the skills needed to pass the Net+ exam. Certification testing will be made available through Butte College for Networking Plus.

Employment & Careers: Employment opportunities for entry-level workers may be found in  Computer Specialist Network and Computer Systems Administrator Network Systems Data Communications Analyst Computer and Information System Manager

Areas of Study: Networking terminology, protocols, standards and models Care, maintenance and use of networking software, tools and equipment Local, state and federal safety, building and environmental codes and regulations Networking problem solving techniques Network administrator's role and function Cabling tools and equipment Router programming and standards TCP/IP addressing protocol

You Can Earn: A Certificate of Proficiency, high school credits and college credits with Butte College.

How to Enroll for Networking Technology:

• High School Students:  You need to be at least 16 years old and see your counselor or call ROP at 879-7457.

Fees: There is no cost for high school students.

Location: Chico High School and Paradise High School 

Duration: A two-semester class meets for one hour daily beginning in the fall.

Please see the ROP Course Schedule for more class information.

For More Information

Contact:
Regional Occupational Program
2491 Carmichael Drive Suite 100, Chico, CA 95928
Phone: (530) 879 - 7457
Fax: (530) 879 - 7458
Email: rop@bcoe.org