turn syllabus and website contract in to front table make sure you sign in as soon as you arrive

Turn Syllabus and Website contract in to front table

Make sure you sign in as soon as you arrive

What is networking?Why study networking?Careers in networkingCertifications ExamsLab 1 – Intro to CompTIA Network Exam

Don’t try to write down every word you see – PowerPoints will be on the website after class

Review your notes soon after class

Why study networking?

1. Opportunities aboundPeople with ICT ICT (Information and Communication Technology)

and networking skills are in short supply

The U.S. Department of Labor estimates the number of jobs for network systems and data communication analysts will grow by 53 percent 53 percent from 2008 to 2018.

2. You don't have to be a math wiz

Networking starts with basic logic and connections.

(ICT) (ICT) and basic math basic math and readingreading comprehension.

3. Every workplace needs a few friendly geeksNetworking skills give you an edge and an opportunity to make a career in almost any sector you can imagine:

financial services manufacturingeducation transportation health care technologygovernment retail...

4. Get connected to the most connected peopleMore than 4.75 million 4.75 million students in 165165 countries have participated in Cisco Networking Academy courses since 1997.


5. The places you'll go and the things you'll do

Networking standards are global.

That means your skills and certifications are recognized anywhere in the world your career takes you.

They live in every sized community, supporting small businesses,small businesses, schoolsschools,, and social servicessocial services in every town or village where someone connects to the Internet.


Advantages DisadvantagesShare software, data, equipment, and communications quickly, easily, and inexpensively

Losing access to files

Need additional personnel

Secure data Vulnerability to hackers, viruses, and disgruntled workers

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US Department of Labor Statistics

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Types of careers

Network Support Specialist

Network Administrator Systems Analyst

Consultant

Technical Salesperson

Web Administrator

Programmer

Engineer




Works under direct supervision of network admin Must continuously learn about new:

Software packages Operating systems Hardware Security systems Data storage



Network Administrator

Responsible for type of network Performs installation and maintenance of network Makes written and oral presentations about state

of network Interviews prospective employees Evaluates employee performance



Network Administrator (Cont.)

Coordinates work schedules Orders supplies and equipment Prepares budget reports May require four-year degree in addition to one to

two years of technical writing



Systems Analyst

Involved in designing systems and making recommendations

Many work for hardware and software companies Some work as contractors and consultants Must be able to communicate effectively to communicate effectively with

programmers, technicians, and engineers Usually requires four-year degree



Consultant

Has vast expertise in aspects of IT industry, such as: Security Systems analysis Network design Electronic marketing

Free to move on to new job and client



Programmer

Many master multiple programming languages Vary from self-taught to college-educated College-educated programmers are generally

referred to as software engineers Programmer analyst




Represents manufacturers of hardware and software

May start out as technician, then move into sales Required to obtain certification directly related to

field of expertise Must have outgoing personalityoutgoing personality, be well-groomed,

and like to work with people



Engineer

Solves problems related to that field of expertise Requires four- to six-year college degree Needs strong background in mathematics, Needs strong background in mathematics,

sciences, programming languages, and hardwaresciences, programming languages, and hardware Those who earn doctoral degree become:

University engineering and computer science faculty Involved in area of research



Web Administrator

Responsible for converting written documents into HTML or other Web page programming languages

Trained in Web page programming language Some expertise in networking Some expertise in art and graphics For a Web master, certification is typically a

minimum job requirement



Entrepreneur

Identifies where new service or product is needed and then develops business plan

Successful entrepreneur possesses: Knowledge of product or service to be provided Sound management skills Ability to think creatively and wisely



Which of these careers would you want most? Why? Discuss with 1-2 partners


Network Administrator Systems Analyst

Consultant


Web Administrator

Programmer

Engineer



General and College Education

Direct correlation between education and salaryDirect correlation between education and salary Specialized training may come from colleges,

technical schools, or military IT professionals learn their entire careers, since

technology often changes



Certification

Way to advance knowledge and career in IT industry

Helpful to obtain multiple CompTIA certifications Some companies require it before hiring Novell, Microsoft, Cisco Systems, and others offer

certifications in advanced fields of study www.comptia.org



A+ Certification

Tests knowledge of PC support and repair Requires passing two exams (basic and

advanced skills) Test is revised approximately every three years



Network+ Certification

Measures skills necessary for entry-level network support technicians

Exam is vendor-neutral Candidate should have:

A+ Certification or equivalent knowledge At least nine months of network experience



Security+ Certification

Requires knowledge of: Network infrastructure Cryptography



Security+ Certification

Requires knowledge of: Network infrastructure Cryptography Access control Malware Wireless security

Candidate should have Network+ Certification and two years of experience



Other CompTIA Certifications

Server+ Certification requires in-depth knowledge of: Protocols Backup system standards System security

Linux+ Certification



Students who succeed in this class

Come to class

Pay attention and participate

Check syllabus and website

regularly

Study for tests

Do the labs



The time to improve your grade is nowDon’t be this guy at the end of the semester

But I really needed an A to transfer

to CSUDH/UCLA/USC…etc.

But I have a lot going on.

Can’t I turn in some extra

credit?

I didn’t know that I wasn’t passing.

Can’t you round my grade up?



Index cards due next class

1)Write your full name on it 2)E-mail address3)Major4)Current job and/or career goal5)Something you want me know about you:interests, how to pronounce your name, nickname, learning need, something you are going through, anything I should know* Try to add any info that will help me remember your name

6) Tape a small picture of yourself to the other side of the index card (this helps me learn names)

*Picture won’t be seen by others, will be returned to you at the end of the semester, needs to be clear



Introduce yourself to 2-3 people sitting around you. “My name is ____and if I had a million dollars one thing I would do is _____ because ____”

Get the name, e-mail address, and phone number of at least 2 other students in class

BUILDING A LEARNING COMMUNITY GETTING TO KNOW EACH OTHER

4 minutes



Lab #1 – CompTIA certification



Before next class

Make sure you signed the sign in sheet before leaving Turn in Website and Syllabus Contract to front table

before leaving Due A#2: Bring in a small picture of yourself taped on

an index card with your name on it and something you want the instructor to know about you. (This won’t be seen by others, just to help the instructor learn student names)

Monday: No class. Holiday

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