North's Broadband Cable certificate is designed to provide entry-level training for people who want to work as technicians in the broadband cable industry. This field is growing rapidly as new services are continuing to be introduced over cable to include video on demand, high speed internet and digital voice (telephony services).
The certificate is the only program in this region that specifically addresses cable TV and high speed internet over cable. Courses will include Introduction to Broadband, IT Essentials, Principles of Electronics and Customer Relations.
Prerequisites
- Placement into ENGL097/ENGL098 or higher (see: placement tests for details)
- Placement into MATH084 or higher (see: placement tests for details), or successful completion of equivalent (or higher) class
- Either BUS169 or IT101, or equivalent computer experience
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 25 | |
| BUS236 | Interpersonal Communications for the Workplace | 5 |
| EET131 | IT Essentials I - A+ Certification | 5 |
| EET132 | IT Essentials - A+ Certification Advanced | 5 |
| EET135 | Introduction to Broadband | 5 |
|
either
EET160
or EET161 |
Introduction to Electricity and Electronics
D.C. Principles of Electronics |
5 5 |
Total credits for degree: 25
Suggested Sequence
- 1st Quarter: BUS236, EET131, EET160 or EET161
- 2nd Quarter: EET132, EET135
This program of study is outlined by quarter, and courses should be taken in the indicated sequence. However, it should not be concluded that students will always proceed through their program of study exactly as prescribed here. The number of quarters listed here is minimum. Individual student experience, educational and training background, and personal schedules and demands all may affect the time it takes to finish this program. Also, in general, summer quarter is not considered one of the full-time quarters in the program.
Note: advanced placement testing, work experience, and transfer of credits may result in course waivers, credit transfer, and advanced placement.
Safety and industrial hygiene are included throughout the curriculum through lectures and actual demonstrations of safe laboratory techniques.
Throughout this program of study the importance of a responsible and professional work ethic is stressed. Factors leading to such a work ethic are identified and discussed. Instruction is also provided in effective leadership and how it enhances the work environment. Input from this program's industrial advisory committee is essential to curriculum content pertaining to the work ethic and leadership as well as the technically oriented curriculum.
Effective Winter 2009
Certificate of Achievement in Broadband Cable
630F / 15.0303
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