Turn your love of computers and virtual networks into a lucrative career by becoming a network engineering technician. Network Engineering Technicians, also known as network architects, combine programming skills with imagination to construct robust computer networks for businesses and their employees. This program equips students with the skills they will need to enter the workforce as a computer network support specialist progressing to the level of a network and system administrator. Courses of study that will allow high school students to qualify for a technical certificate include:
Introduction to Program and Networking
Wiring and Cabling
Electrical Circuits and Components
Fiber Optics
Cloud-Based Computing
Network Security
A certificate of proficiency will be awarded in networking technology and supporting technology customers.
Career Titles: Network Engineer, Network Architect, Computer System Administrator
Industry: Educational Services, Computer systems Design, Government, Finance & Insurance
Outlook: 2-5% growth
$45,540-$94,140 Arkansas Median Wage (varies by specialty)