Students become skilled in finding and fixing problems for large companies and individual computer owners. They learn to link computers in a business to one another and how to troubleshoot to repair computer networks. Students learn to use components, which allow the transfer of information on the network. College credits are available upon successful completion of this program.

Program Highlights

• Articulated College Credit
• Assemble Computer Cables & Configure Routers & Switches
• CISCO Networking Academy
• Computer Programming
• Desktop Publishing
• Install Local Area Networks
• Microsoft Office Software
• Website Development

Students completing the high school lab portion of the Tech Prep program may qualify for college credit at LCCC.

Job Possibilities

• Data Entry Clerk
• Computer Assistant
• Computer Operator
• Information Technical Support Specialist

Personal Qualities Suggested

• Be able to listen and follow directions
• Possess logical problem solving skills
• Have a positive attitude
• Be reliable
• Be able to work well individually and in groups

Suggested Prerequisite Experienced

• Successful completion of 9th grade proficiency tests
• Courses in Algebra, Keyboarding, Computer Applications

Equipment Students Will Be Trained To Use

• IBM Compatible Computers Using Intel® Pentium Processors or Better
• Novell and NT Environments
• HP Deskjet Printer
• HP Scanjet Scanner

With Further Education These Job Opportunities are Possible

• Microcomputer Support Specialist
• Network Technician
• PC Coordinator
• Web Page Developer

Special Note

Tech Prep is a statewide education initiative focused on preparing students for today's high-skill, high-wage technical careers.

In Lorain County the JVS, Lorain County Community College and area businesses have formed a partnership to develop an education plan for Network Communications Technology (NCT).

Juniors stay at their home school for their academics and other extracurricular activities and have their technical lab experiences at the JVS.

Between the junior and senior years, eligible students have the opportunity to participate in a Summer Internship. The Internship is a work-based training experience involving paid, on-the-job training for credit.

At the completion of the high school portion of Network Communications Technology students can:

• Attend Lorain County Community College to pursue an Associate of Applied Science degree
• Enter the workforce well prepared for a technical job
• Continue their education at a four-year university or other post-secondary institution