Contact Information:
Cristi Gale
Instructor & Coordinator
Computer Science & Networking
(620) 786-1183
galec@bartonccc.edu
Jane Howard
Executive Director of Business, Technology & Community Education
(620) 792-9208
howardj@bartonccc.edu
Computer Networking Specialist
Why Barton?
- Two-year degree program – trained and ready for the workforce
- Fun, challenging, and innovative program
- Up-to-date technology in the classroom
- Courses are taught using hands-on approach to learning the latest technology
- Instructors build relationships with students and are aware of their learning goals
- Local Area Network parties allow for interaction with other students with similar interests
- Field trips (Denver, KC, Wichita) and real world experiences
- Hands-on opportunity to actually build a computer from scratch
- Flexible class schedule allowing time for part time jobs or internships
- Internship opportunities are available; most are paid.
- Small classes allowing for 1 on 1 attention
Occupational Outlook for Networking
- Growth in computer support specialist jobs will be about as fast as the average, while growth in network and computer system administrator jobs will be much faster than average.
- There are many paths of entry to these occupations. Job prospects should be best for college graduates with relevant skills and experience; certifications and practical experience are essential for people without degrees. (Kansas Career Pipeline)
- Successful establishment and maintenance of information technology infrastructure is critical to the success of almost every 21st century organization
- People with expertise in Network Systems are in high demand for a variety of positions in organizations of all sizes and types. (Kansas Career Pipeline)
- Median annual earnings of wage-and-salary computer support specialists were $41,470 in May 2006. The middle 50 percent earned between $32,110 and $53,640
(Kansas Career Pipeline)
