Network Systems introduces students to the skills necessary to provide technical assistance to customers and diagnose computer problems, and troubleshoot hardware, software and computer networks. In this program, students learn skills to become Network Administration specialists to plan, implement, and coordinate business class computer network systems. There is no shortage of jobs for skilled workers in the computer and network field.
Students will learn to
Design, build, install and repair complex computer network systems
Develop programming skills for apps, computers, and networks
Apply computer forensics and information security software to keep systems safe and secure
Potential Careers
Technical Support Specialist
Help Desk Technician
Computer Security Specialist
Network Engineer
App Creator
Industry Certifications
CompTIA IT Fundamentals Basic IT Knowledge & Skills (TestOut IT Fundamentals Pro Course Outline) Year 1
CompTIA A+ Computer Hardware & Software (TestOut PC-Pro Course Outline) Year 1
CompTIA Network+ Computer Networking (TestOut Network Pro Course Outline) Year 2
CompTIA Security+ Computer Security (TestOut Security Pro Course Outline) Year 2
OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) General Industry
Elective Courses for Students includes Server Pro, Linux Pro & Others
Vantage is an Authorized CompTIA & Cisco Partner Academy & Test Center
Career Technical Student Organization
Business Professionals of America allows student to network with and compete against other students in their field of study at the local, regional, state, and national level in both individual and team events such as PC Servicing & Troubleshooting or Network Design Team and over 50 other categories such as Programming or Web Site Development.
College Credit Options
Vantage Career Center has partnered with several Ohio & out of state Colleges to offer courses both online and in our building. These are part of College Credit Plus & CTAG2 & other Articulation Agreements. Contact Student Services for more information.
Students also earn college credits for any Ohio or out of state University that offers CompTIA A+ Computer Hardware & Software and/or CompTIA Network+ Computer Networking & Security courses as well as any CompTIA Elective Courses.
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Career Pathways
A Career Pathway is a collective look at education and training, wage and outlook information for related occupations. The Vantage Network Systems program can be part of the Information Technology Career Pathways listed below. Whether a student is interested in going to college, getting a certificate or working right after high school, career pathways can be customized for any ambition or plan.
These career pathways were developed around Ohio’s in-demand occupations, according to the most recent In-Demand Occupations. Secondary and post-secondary courses reflect career-tech programs approved by the Ohio Department of Education and Ohio Board of Regents. For additional career planning resources, visit OhioMeansJobs.com