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MERCER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE and
MERCER COUNTY TECHNICAL SCHOOL
offer a
One-Year Tech Prep Program for High School Seniors
in
Computer Systems Networking Technology

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Course Descriptions: Fall Semester

Program Objective
Designed to prepare students with a foundation required to build rewarding and responsible careers in the computer systems and networking field for immediate entry-level employment in business, industry and government information centers and offices, or for further college training leading to an associates degree.

PC Systems Software NET 106
PC operating systems and their interaction with applications programs. Install Windows 9x, Windows NT, LINUX, and MS-DOS. This Course is the first step in preparing for the A+ Certification, DOS/Windows Module exam developed by COMP TIA. The Core Module of the A+ exam is covered by the companion course, NET 101. Completing NET 101 and NET 106 will not ensure passing the A+ exams. In most cases additional intensive self-study is required.
College Credits: 3

PC Services & Support NET 101
Students learn various operating systems, safety guidelines, microcomputer, components, hardware, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance; hardware installation and configuration; printer diagnostics and troubleshooting; and an overview of local area networks. Students install graphical and text based operating systems; discuss the bus structure implemented on PCs; identify and install memory; discuss and address maintenance issues associated with input devices, such as scanners, digitizers and bar code devices. This course prepares students for the national A+ Certification exam developed by Comp TIA.
College Credits: 4

Networking Essentials NET 104
Fundamentals of data communications theory, network management and connectivity, the OSI model, and internetworking protocols and standards. Topics include: network protocols, topologies, architectures, operating systems, security, LAN and WAN components, modem implementation, network operating system functions, LAN support resources, LAN troubleshooting, fault tolerance, network adapters, and client/server environments.
College Credits: 3

Windows Desktop Operating System Administration NET 120
Students learn to install and deploy the Windows desktop OS, create users and groups, administer file and print resources, manage hardware devices and drivers, optimize system performance and reliability, configure the desktop environment using control panel, the registry and system policies, and configure network protocols and services. In addition, auditing of resources, managing data storage, monitoring network resources, and implementing security are covered. Additional topics include an introduction to DNS and Active Directory, and general troubleshooting. Hands-on exercises reinforce certification exam objectives.
College Credits: 3