Program Pathway | INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Networking Fundamentals I
Career Studies Certificate
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Networking Fundamentals I Career Studies Certificate
Are you interested in a career working with computers? Students will learn about operating systems, hardware, network fundamentals and more. This program is the first part in a pathway to the Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems Technology - Specialization in Networking degree. Students may also consider adding on the Cybersecurity career studies certificate. Program prepares students for CompTIA A+ certification.
Program Length 1 Year (2 Semesters) Career Opportunities Network engineer. Is this Pathway for you? Yes, if you are interested in a career in network installation and support.
G3 Eligible This program is G3 eligible. G3 Scholarships cover tuition and fees for Virginia residents of modest income who are pursuing high demand careers.
Tuition & Fees At only $162.11 per credit hour, you’ll save
$10K to $22K, in tuition costs alone, by starting at VHCC! Out-of-state students living within a 30-mile radius qualify for in-state tuition. With an extensive career in the education field, Tamara Lasley understands the needs of the student and aims to provide a classroom environment in which learning is priority. She brings a wealth of Microsoft industry certifications to her classroom expertise.
Tamara Lasley
Program Coordinator LRC 215 tlasley@vhcc.edu | 276-739-2503
YOUR PROGRAM PATHWAY | 2 Semesters First Semester (Fall) SDV 101 Orientation to College Success ITN 106 Microcomputer Operating Systems ITN 154 Introduction to Networks - CISCO I ITN 260 Network Security Basics TOTAL CREDITS
1 3 3-4 3 10-11
Second Semester (Spring) ITN 107
Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting
ITN 155
Switching, Routing, and Wireless Technologies - CISCO II 3-4
CSC 221
Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming
TOTAL CREDITS
3 3 9-10
Why start at Virginia Highlands? For more than 50 years, VHCC has been committed to making our region a better place to live, work, and learn!
Beautiful 100 acre campus in Abingdon
SAT & ACT Not Required for Admission
The SAT and ACT are merely numerical indicators of college readiness and are therefore not required. We’ve found that if you’re committed to your own success, regardless of your scores, then we’ll be able to help you cross the finish line!
Career Services & Job Opportunities! Our instructors and career coaches are recognized by regional industry leaders and enjoy tremendous success connecting our students with employment opportunities upon degree completion.
17:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
80+
Programs of Study
84%
of Students Get Financial Aid
#1 College in the Region
Virginia Highlands Community College was recently voted the #1 College in the Region through the Best of Bristol Awards program – from a group of two and four year colleges and universities in southwest Virginia and northeast Tennessee.
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