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CAREER PATHWAY COMPUTER NETWORKING

CIP Code 11.0901

Pennsylvania's Targeted Industry Cluster: Information Technology

Potential Careers 15-1122 Information Security Analysts 15-1143 Computer Network Architects 15-1134 Web Developers 15-1150 Computer Support Specialists 15-1142 Network & Computer Systems Administrators 15-1152 Computer Network Support Specialists

National and State Occupational Outlook Trends (Based on Department of Labor and Industry Reports)

United States Employment

Percent Change ¹Job Openings 2011 Median Annual Wage 2010 2020

Network and Computer Systems Administrators 347,200 443,800 +28% 15,530 $71,000

Pennsylvania Employment

Percent Change ¹Job Openings 2011 Median Annual Wage 2008 2018

Network and Computer Systems Administrators 14,950 16,850 +13% 530 $72,500

¹Job Openings refers to the average annual job openings due to growth and net replacement

Computer Networking Professionals Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments including computer hardware, systems software,

applications software, and all configurations. Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when

necessary. Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware. Configure, monitor, and maintain email applications or virus protection software. Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks, and to coordinate computer network access and

use. Load computer tapes and disks, and install software and printer paper or forms. Design, configure, and test computer hardware, networking software and operating system software. Monitor network performance to determine whether adjustments need to be made, and to determine where changes will need to be made in

the future. Confer with network users about how to solve existing system problems.

Skills and Abilities Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to

problems. Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect

outcomes. Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement

solutions. Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective

action. Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance,

relative to the goals of the system. Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as

appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes. Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g.,

patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship

among seemingly unrelated events). Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong; problem recognition. Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

Character Traits for Workplace Success

Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative

attitude. Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the

workplace. Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and

problems. Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical. Self-Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding

aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

Somerset County Technology Center - Program of Study/Units of Instruction (3-Year Program)

Unit Number & Title

100 – Safety 600 – Network Media and Topologies

200 – Computer Hardware 700 – Network Devices

300 – Troubleshooting, Repair and Maintenance 800 – Network Management

400 – Operating Systems and Software 900 – Network Tools and Troubleshooting

500 – Network Technologies 1000 – Security Fundamentals

High School Courses Recommended For Career And Technical Education Students 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade

English I English II English III English IV

Algebra I or Geometry Geometry or Algebra II Algebra II, Trigonometry or Pre-Calculus

Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry or Calculus

Biology I Chemistry I Physics AP Science

Geography/State History World History American History Economics/Government

Required Electives: PE, Art/Music, Foreign Language, Computer Technology

Required Electives: PE, Foreign Language, Computer Technology

Required Electives: PE

Required Electives: PE

Career and Technology Scope and Sequence



Program’s Math Skill Level

Students must be able to complete math curriculum (10th – 12th) that incorporates a basic understanding of Binary, Measurements, Counting by 16, Algebra, and Data Analysis.

Certifications/Licensures Pennsylvania Skills Certificate (NOCTI) Microsoft Technology Associate Networking Fundamentals

CompTIA A+ Microsoft Technology Associate Security Fundamentals

CompTIA Net+ Microsoft Technology Associate Server Administration Fundamentals

CompTIA Security+ RBT Certified Copper Cable Installer / Professional

CompTIA Server+ RBT Certified Fiber Optics Cable Installer / Professional

CISCO Certified Entry Network Technician

Continuing Education/College Options

Articulation Agreements Additional College/Continuing Education Options

• Community College of Allegheny County

• Delaware County Community College

• Johnson College

• Peirce College

• Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

Students who complete the Computer Networking curriculum can earn college credit. SCTC’s Computer Networking program has articulation agreements with colleges across Pennsylvania through the SOAR program. For more information on the SOAR program, please visit: http://www.techlinkpa.com

Prerequisites, Safety, and Equipment Requirements

Ability to create, open, modify, save and delete Microsoft Office documents and other file types

Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding

Willingness to adhere to SCTC Shop Safety requirements and appropriate protective clothing and equipment. Students must wear a minimum business casual during job

shadowing

Program Details Theory Structure

− Instructor lecture – approximately 5-6 hours per week − Lab – approximately 4-5 hours − Review – approximately 1-2 hours per week.

Textbook and Supplemental Reading Materials − Managing and Troubleshooting PCs − Managing and Troubleshooting Networks − Various texts and print material (post-secondary reading level) − Various electronic and Internet based materials (post-secondary reading level) − Various certification videos, labs and simulators

Lab Experience − Job Shadow at local business at least once per year.

Homework − Various current events within the technology field

Co-op Requirements (Grades 11-12) − Satisfactory attendance records. − “B” average − Instructor’s recommendation. − Transportation − Prior completion of scheduled competencies

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Computer Networking Fundamentals

Job Ready Assessment Blueprint

““MMeeaassuurr iinngg WWhhaatt MMaatt tteerrss””

Test Code: 4414 / Version: 01


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NOCTI Job Ready Assessment Copyright © NOCTI All Rights Reserved

Specific Competencies and Skills Tested in this Assessment:

PC Principles

Identify physical and equipment safety

principles/practices

Demonstrate understanding of storage

methods

Exhibit understanding of memory

Demonstrate uses of eSATA, Bluetooth®,

and USB

Identify different types and standards of

processors

Network Connections

Demonstrate understanding of Network

Interface Cards (NICs)

Identify different physical and logical

characteristics of network connections

Demonstrate use of remote access:

Windows® terminal services, Telnet,

terminal emulation software, VPN,

telephony connections, etc.

Exhibit understanding of all types of wired and wireless communications

Physical Connection Types

Identify cable components and uses, including twisted pair, coaxial, and

fiber

Demonstrate understanding of signal characteristics and transmission

among various media types

Network Standards and Devices

Demonstrate understanding of OSI model layers

Demonstrate familiarity with TCP/IP model

Identify IEEE, EIA/TIA standards and common Port numbers

Distinguish various types and uses of network devices


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Specific Competencies and Skills continued:

Network Troubleshooting

Utilize ping, ipconfig, tracert, and netstat commands

Utilize a CLI (command line interface)

Maintain and troubleshoot cabling

Perform local and remote loopback

Routing and Switching

Explain the difference between static, dynamic, default, and gateway routes

Recognize and implement basic router operations and configurations

Implement basic switch operations and configurations

Compare and contrast routed vs. routing protocols

Differentiate between a collision domain and a broadcast domain

Network Terminology

Demonstrate familiarity with various protocols and architecture terminology

Identify various network operating systems (e.g., Windows®, Linux®)

Identify various network types

Network Architecture

Exhibit understanding of various network architectures (e.g., access, core,

distribution)

Exhibit understanding of various LAN, MAN, and WAN topologies

Network Addressing

Exhibit knowledge of IP network addressing (e.g., IPv4 and IPv6)

Differentiate between classful and classless IP addressing

Demonstrate understanding of Media Access Control (MAC) addressing

Convert binary, hexadecimal, and decimal numbering systems

Create subnets from a network address


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Specific Competencies and Skills continued:

Security

Identify and troubleshoot basic organizational/acceptable use policies

Identify and troubleshoot network security attacks and breaches

Identify and troubleshoot viruses, worms, and other forms of malware

Install and maintain appropriate firewalls including NAT

Explain general cryptography concepts

Network Planning and Design

Exhibit understanding of analysis and planning concepts

Compare and contrast principles of logical and physical design

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot physical networks according to design

specifications

Describe various access methods (e.g., ISP, DSL, broadband/cable,

satellite, wireless, mobile)

Explain the principle of virtualization

Configure DHCP and DNS


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Written Assessment:

Administration Time: 3 hours

Number of Questions: 186

Areas Covered:


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Sample Questions:

What component connects the PC to the

network?

A. video card

B. NIC

C. CPU

D. parallel port

A Virtual Private Network (VPN)

A. uses the public Internet to create a

private tunnel to connect two computers

B. is used to create a Personal Wirless Home Network (PWHN)

C. uses the data link layer of the TCP/IP networking model to connect calls to

a landline telephone

D. is created when a network technician calls for technical support from

customer services

Fiber optic cable allows _____ waves to propagate down its length from end to

end.

A. light

B. radio

C. electrical

D. sonic

IEEE 802.11 standards specify

A. token ring

B. wireless networks

C. FDDI

D. multicasting

Performing a loopback test on a router can be used to check the

A. total number of packets sent

B. total number of packets lost

C. WAN interface operability

D. IP address of the LAN interface


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Performance Assessment:

Administration Time: 2 hours

Number of Jobs: 2

Areas Covered:

39% Select and Connect Equipment to Set Up a Simple LAN with Two

Workstations

Select the appropriate equipment, create a simple LAN with two workstations,

configure IP addresses, record information (first workstation), record information

(second workstation), verify IP connectivity using a command line utility, leave IP

connectivity results on screen for evaluator review, and time to complete Job 1.

61% Set Up a Workgroup, Create Users, Create Shares, and Install a

Printer

Name the two workstations; set up a workgroup named NOCTI; create User1 and

User2 on both WS1 and WS2; create Private and Public folders/directories at the

file structure root of WS1; create a share for the Private folder/directory; on

WS1, grant full control permissions on Private folder/directory for User1; create a

share for the Public folder/directory; on WS1, grant full control permissions on

Public folder/directory for everyone; from WS2, verify User1 access to Private

folder/directory on WS1; from WS2, verify User2 access to Public

folder/directory on WS1; from WS2, verify User2 is denied access to Private

folder/directory on WS1; on WS1, install printer; name printer share

WS1_printer; assign only User2 printing rights to printer on WS1; and time to

complete Job 2.


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Sample Job: Select and Connect Equipment to Set up a Simple LAN

with Two Workstations

Maximum Time: 1 hour

Participant Activity: The participant will select the appropriate equipment and

use it to create a simple LAN with two workstations and a

switch or hub, assign a private Class C address and subnet

mask to the two workstations, record the results for both

workstations, verify IP connectivity from each using a

command line, verify the network is correctly set up

according to specifications, and leave results for the

evaluator.

The Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE), the leading professional

organization for career and technical educators,

commends all students who participate in career and

technical education programs and choose to validate

their educational attainment through rigorous technical

assessments. In taking this assessment you

demonstrate to your school, your parents and guardians,

your future employers and yourself that you understand

the concepts and knowledge needed to succeed in the

workplace. Good Luck!

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