High School Credits: 2

This two-year program enables students to design, install, configure, operate and troubleshoot simple and complex computer networks. Topics include network architecture, industry standards and communications protocols, networking devices (such as routers and switches), media selection, topologies, data transmission and cabling for local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks. (WANs) Students prepare for Cisco Certified Entry Level Technician (CCENT) and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certifications. This course is eligible for dual enrollment at Northern Virginia Community College.