1. JOB DESCRIPTIONThere analyze, design, test, and evaluate network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN).Research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.

2. EARNINGNetwork specialists usually work a regular 5-day, 40- hour week, but overtime may be required.Incomes for network specialists vary widely depending on education, experience, and position.Salaries for people in this fieldoften range from about $30,000to $80,000 a year. However, somesenior network specialists earnmore than $100,000 a year.

3. WORKING CONDITIONSComputer network specialists are employed by banks, governments, school boards, universities, hospitals, and any other organization.Network specialists usually work in office environments.They may work alone or with others.The job is not physically demanding, but it can be mentally stressful. Solving network problems is not always straightforward, and there may be pressure to solve them quickly so people can continue their work.

4. EDUCATION OR TRAINING PROGRAMFor network systems and data communication analyst positions, most employers seek applicants who have bachelors degrees in computer science, information science, or management information systems . Grade 11 Grade 12 English English Mathematics Algebra & Geometry Probability & Statistics Calculus Science Science Social Studies Social Studies Business & Management Business & Management Computers Computers Information Technology Information Technology Electronics & Electronics & Communications Communications Technology Technology

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