CNIT 10: Careers in Computer Networking
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Students in CNIT or considering a career in CNIT are strongly encouraged to
take this class. This is your chance to learn what networking professionals
really do, how they succeeded, and what they learned. This is a seminar course. Visiting speakers who are working in Computer Networking will talk about their careers, skills, training, and opportunities in the field. They will also answer student questions. Grading will be based on attendance of the talks. Catalog DescriptionIntroduction to new technologies and employment opportunities in computer networking and information technology. Guest speakers currently working in the field describe the goals, working conditions, pay levels, and training required to succeed in the field today.No prerequisites or advisories. Student Learning Outcomes1. Demonstrate an introductory knowledge of the principles of computer networking, network administration, and security2. Identify areas of greatest importance in the current information technology business environment 3. Apply and assess knowledge of the information technology industry in making educational and career choices |
When the speaker agrees, the lectures will be livestreamed at https://zoom.us/j/4108472927
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Thurs, Jan 25 | First class meeting: Orientation & Guest speaker: Tad Whitaker Security Engineer at CircleCI
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Thurs, Feb 15 |
Jenn Diesi CEO/Founder of Geek Girl Tech, background in information security |
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Thurs, Mar 22 |
TALK MOVED TO MAR 22
Journalist at Gizmodo Media |
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Thurs, Apr 5 |
Lillian Lei IBM, Software Engineer, Cognitive Technology, Watson Health Implementations
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Thurs, Apr 26 |
Eric Proegler
Context-Driven Test Manager
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Thurs, May 3 |
Kyle Rankin Linux security & infrastructure geek, author of Linux Hardening in Hostile Networks, @LinuxJournal columnist. CSO @Puri_sm Sex, Secret and God: A Brief History of Bad Passwords
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