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Gaston Valz

, the Network+ instructor at South Bronx Job Corps Center, is a skilled and dedicated professional with over 15 years of experience in information technology support and technology training. Gaston is a certified technician and holds certifications in CompTIA A+; Network+; Microsoft MCSA, MCSE and MOS; Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching; CCNA Security; and Cisco CCNP. He is skilled at installing, configuring, troubleshooting and supporting server and client operating systems and applications, and enjoys passing these skillsets along to his students. 

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Computer Technician Network+

Computer Technician Network+

On the job, you will ... 

  • Install, maintain and repair computer operating systems  
  • Perform maintenance on computer hardware and other associated systems  
  • Integrate and operate equipment such as printers and scanners  
  • Reassemble machines after making repairs or replacing parts  
  • Identify how certain software impacts computer networks 

Some of the career options you will have ... 

Most Computer Technician Network+ Job Corps graduates go to work for midsize to large companies that have extensive computer networks, or they work for computer repair contracting companies.  

This is the final level of basic training offered in the Computer Technician series. Upon completing your basic training, students may go on to study in the many Advanced Training paths for Information Technology, including Advanced Cisco-Certified Network Associate Cyber Security Ops, Advanced A+ Administration, Advanced Computer Systems Administrator and Advanced A+ Microsoft MCSE. 

The credentials you will earn ... 

Students who complete the Computer Technician Network+ training program can earn industry-recognized credentials from organizations such as the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and Cisco. Credentials such as these show that students are ready for positions in computer programming and repair. 

Students specialize in one of three focus areas: IT Technician, Remote Support Technician or Depot Technician. 

Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program. 

What you’ll need to start training ... 

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers) 
  • Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses 
  • Passing scores on all written and performance tests 
  • Meet academic (math and reading) requirements 
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108,867
Industry

Information Technology

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In the Computer Technician Network+ training area, you will install, maintain and repair computer operating systems.

National Rate Avg Value
86,329
National Rate Min Value
68,910
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