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Computer Networking Technician


Location(s):  Regina   

Computer Networking Technician is a certificate program. It provides a practical and analytical approach to most phases of the computer networking industry. You will learn how to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, install and assemble computer networking systems and equipment (including routers and hardware). You will also learn how to analyze and manage local area networks.

The program provides some of the training needed for a number of industry computer certifications. Additional personal study is recommended before writing industry certification exams.

Length: 33 weeks

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Career Opportunities

For more information about career opportunities related to this program, contact Student Employment Services at the campus nearest you.

  • computer repair technicians
  • help desk analysts
  • network administrators
  • network analysts
  • network installation technicians
  • network support technicians
  • server and desk-side support
  • system support technicians

Program Details

Start Date(s): September

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Admission Requirements


*Revised Mathematics Curriculum Requirement
(Effective July 1, 2013)

  • Minimum of 60% in Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 30 or in Foundations of Math 20 or in Pre-Calculus 20
    (replacing Math A30 above)

  • All other admission requirements remain unchanged



Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through a special admission assessment. Interested individuals should still apply. Applicants are automatically considered for special admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met. You must review the details and program specific documentation concerning Special Admission.


The majority of SIAST programs have established ACCUPLACER© cut scores and Post-Secondary Success Requirements. Depending on the program, additional specific admission requirements may still need to be met.


ACCUPLACER ©     

ACCUPLACER© Cut Scores
for this program

75Arithmetic
60Elementary Algebra
75Reading
75Sentence
Post-Secondary Success

Post-Secondary Success Requirements
for this program

One year post-secondary studies plus a minimum of 60% in the mathematics requirement


Admission Method

First Qualified/First Admitted

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of SIAST programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.

Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.

Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.

Tuition and Fees

  • For complete details on tuition and fees for this program, click here to access the SIAST campus Tuition and Fee Schedules.

Learning Method(s)

SIAST offers a variety of learning methods for course delivery. The following learning methods are available for some of the courses in this program.
      Classroom
      Home Study
      Online
      Work-based Training

Please refer to the course descriptions for course specific learning methods.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) Availability

SIAST recognizes that adults learn in many different ways and through many different means. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training.



Transfer Credit and Future Study Options

SIAST may recognize formal learning from other educational institutions.



Semester 1
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  • CNET 101  CISCO Network Associate 1

    • This course provides you an introduction to the Cisco Networking Academy Program networking field. This is your first of four courses that lead to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designation. You will learn to design and configure a network based upon the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) framework.

    5.0 Credit Units
    70.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

    Equivalent Course(s):   CNET 181   

  • CNET 102  CISCO Network Associate 2

    • You will focus on initial router configuration, routing table management, routing protocol configuration and VLSM. You will learn how to configure a router, manage routing tables and configure various routing protocols. This is your second of four courses that lead to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designation.

    5.0 Credit Units
    70.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

    Prerequisites:
    CNET 101 Minimum Grade of 60 or CNET 181 Minimum Grade of 60

  • CNET 106  A+ Cisco IT Essentials 1

    • Your studies will focus on identifying, installing and troubleshooting computer hardware and software components. You will become familiar with maintenance procedures. In a lab setting you will install, setup and troubleshoot printers and basic networks. Your studies will help prepare you to challenge the CompTIA A+ exam as well as one elective.

    6.0 Credit Units
    85.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • COAP 101  Microsoft Windows 2008 Server

    • You will review Windows 2008 Server features and learn how to install, configure and manage a Windows 2008 server. You will learn how to install network protocols, printers, VPN and software applications. You will also learn how to manage the active directory, security accounts, storage, remote access and server services. You will become familiar with monitoring the server, networking and the troubleshooting system. The course will help you prepare to write the Microsoft Windows 2008 Server exam.

    6.0 Credit Units
    90.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • COAP 105  Server+

    • You will plan, install and configure the server project. You will review the basic network configuration, upgrading procedures, hardware upgrades, recommended maintenance procedures (develop baseline and system monitor, troubleshooting and problem solving), diagnostic hardware and software tools and disaster recovery procedures (redundancy, backup and restore industry practices). The course will help you prepare to write the CompTIA Server+ exam.

    4.0 Credit Units
    60.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • COAP 118  Microsoft Windows 7

    • You will become familiar with Windows 7 features, managing a file system, storage, basic user groups, profiles, policies, system utilities, system tuning and monitoring. You will gain practical experience using security, access control, remote access service, application support, registry, boot-up sequence, and troubleshooting. You will learn how to install network protocols, printers and support devices. The course will help you prepare to challenge the Microsoft Windows 7 certification exam.

    4.0 Credit Units
    60.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • COMM 127  Industry Communications

    • You will practice fundamental employability skills related to oral and written communications. You will also practice employability skills related to working effectively with others. You will learn personal employability skills and the effect of attitudes and behaviours on a successful job search.

    2.0 Credit Units
    30.0 Lecture hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Independent Study, Work Based Delivery, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard

    Equivalent Course(s):   BCOM 120    COMM 127A    COMM 185    COMM 187    COMM 191    COMM 193   

    Semester 2

  • CNET 100  Network+ Basics

    • You will learn the different network topologies, media types, protocols, network services, WAN technologies, security protocols and 802 standards. You will review different network implementation, support and troubleshooting tools. The course will help you prepare to write the ComptTIA Network+ exam.

    1.0 Credit Units
    15.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

    Prerequisites:
    COHS 100 Minimum Grade of 60 and COOS 100 Minimum Grade of 60

  • CNET 103  CISCO Network Associate 3

    • You will focus on advanced IP addressing techniques (Variable Length Subnet Masking - VLSM), command-line interface configuration of switches, Ethernet switching, Virtual LANs (VLANs), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP). Applying what you learned in CNET 101 (Cisco Network Associate 1) and CNET 102 (Cisco Network Associate 2) to a network and explaining how and why a particular strategy is employed will be emphasized. This is your third of four courses that lead to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designation.

    5.0 Credit Units
    70.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

    Prerequisites:
    CNET 102 Minimum Grade of 60 or CNET 292 Minimum Grade of 60

  • CNET 104  CISCO Network Associate 4

    • You will focus on advanced IP addressing techniques including Network Address Translation (NAT), Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol (CHAP), WAN technology and terminology, Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), frame relay and network management. You will also receive experience in the application and configuration of Access Control Lists (ACLs) as a form of security. This is your final of the four courses you will study to prepare you to challenge the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designation.

    5.0 Credit Units
    70.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

    Prerequisites:
    CNET 103 Minimum Grade of 60 or CNET 380 Minimum Grade of 60

  • CNET 108  IP Telephony Call Manager Express

    • You will be introduced to the packet switch voice communication networking field using Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). Your studies will help prepare you to write the CISCO Certified Voice Professional (CCVP) designation.

    5.0 Credit Units
    75.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

    Prerequisites:
    CNET 104 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)

  • CNET 109  Cisco Fundamentals of Wireless LANs

    • You will be introduced to the wireless networking field. Your studies will include working with wireless local area networks (LANs) and radio technology.

    5.0 Credit Units
    70.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

    Prerequisites:
    CNET 104 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)

  • COAP 102  Microsoft Windows 2008 Network

    • Windows 2008 Network administration plays an important role in security, managing the network, active directory, group policies, file and print resources, Web resources and remote access services. You will become familiar with the basic network tools and troubleshooting procedures. The course will help you prepare to write the Managing a Microsoft Windows 2008 Network Environment exam.

    4.0 Credit Units
    60.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • COAP 104  Security+

    • You will become familiar with general Windows security concepts. You will identify the different methods of attack on the network, best methods of communication, infrastructure, cryptography and planning (hardware and software). You will learn how to use risk identification management as a preplanning tool for future growth and configuration. The course will help you prepare to write the CompTIA Security+ exam.

    4.0 Credit Units
    60.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

    Prerequisites:
    COHS 100 Minimum Grade of 60 and COOS 100 Minimum Grade of 60

  • COAP 119  Microsoft Active Directory Configuration

    • You will learn how to configure and manage active directory design and other related services. The course will help prepare you to challenge the Microsoft certification exam.

    3.0 Credit Units
    45.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

  • COOS 101  LINUX+

    • Your studies will focus on describing, installing, configuring and administering Linux operating system workstations and servers. You will use troubleshooting practices to diagnose hardware and software problems and maintain the Linux network system. The course will help you prepare to write the CompTIA Linux+ exam.

    4.0 Credit Units
    60.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

    Prerequisites:
    COHS 100 Minimum Grade of 60 and COOS 100 Minimum Grade of 60

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