Description
Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum,
Review section 6.8 Networking Careers of the TestOut IT Fundamentals Pro course.
Review the Career Resources at the University of Arizona Global Campus interactive in your online classroom.
Review IT Jobs: Career Options, Job Titles, and Descriptionsfor information on current IT jobs and for the various job titles used for each position.
Search for IT or computer networking jobs using one of the following websites:
Indeed
Monster
Dice
TechCrunch
ZipRecruiter
If you are interested in a career in information technology (IT), you need to understand the different titles that may exist for that career, as well as what skills employers seek. This career-focused mindset should guide you even when you study or choose your courses. For this discussion forum, you will review current job opportunities and compile a list of skills that you believe will be helpful in landing a job in the field of IT or computer networking.
In your initial discussion forum post,
Indicate the IT or networking job titles or positions you searched for.
Discuss at least two important skills needed to acquire a job in the IT or networking field.
Explain why those two skills could benefit your professional goals.
List at least three IT or networking-related skills you already possess.
Be sure to indicate your level of proficiency with those skills: basic, intermediate, or advanced.
