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Computer Network Technology
Computers have dramatically changed the way we
live our lives today and the way we look toward the future. There will always be
a need for qualified people to design, configure and maintain the networks that
support computer systems in the home, office, and enterprise environments. The
Diablo Valley College network technology certificate program prepares students
for industry certified examinations. These
types of certifications are very helpful in securing most entry-level positions
in computer networking and give value added skills to IT employees with
experience. Obtaining one of the many certificates of completion or certificates
of achievement at Diablo Valley College will prove to industry that the
applicant has the knowledge and the skills to back the certification.
As a Microsoft computer network technology student, you will learn about:
- computer networking fundamentals
- local area network design (LAN)
- server and client setup and administration
- database design and administration
- wide area networks (WAN) design and support)
- computer hardware/software
- design and implement a Microsoft server infrastructure
- administer network and systems environment
- learn fundamentals and troubleshooting of the TCP/IP protocol suite
- help desk support in a Microsoft environment
