[Athen] Education?

[Weier, James]

Hello Shannon,

I have an A.S. Degree in Network Technology and a B.S. in Biology. The
Biology degree does no good in this field except for just having a B.S.
Degree. I would recommend though that you have a clear understanding of
software in general. That you are a quick learner of software and hardware.
In this field, I don't think there is a degree specific for this field, but
it helps a lot to have some sort of computer/networking degree. When
installing software on computers, you may need to know how to troubleshoot
issues with software, depending on your job description. I've encountered
several and resolved them mostly due to my computer networking experience. I
manage the department's computers, which is part of my job description but
this duty is not standard for all places. Sometimes, some schools
(companies) only allow their IT dept. to manage the computers.

I guess that's about it in a nutshell. Since the field deals with software
and hardware, it doesn't hurt to have a computer/networking degree.

James A. Weier
Adaptive Tech. Specialist/Access Office
St. Louis Community College
3400 Pershall Road
Ferguson, MO. 63135
314-513-4162 (phone)
314-513-4876 (fax)
jweier at stlcc.edu


-----Original Message-----
From: athen-bounces at athenpro.org [mailto:athen-bounces at athenpro.org] On
Behalf Of Shannon McCue
Sent: Tuesday, June 27, 2006 9:19 AM
To: athen at athenpro.org
Subject: [Athen] Education?

Hello,
I'm new to this list but I'm very interested in access technology and I 
was wondering how I would get into this industry? What kind of 
educational background do I need to have? I currently have an 
associates degree in "Media Technology' and I'm working towards my 
bachelor's degree in "Community Media and Technology". Also, I'm 
currently an Americorps VISTA for the Community Technology Center VISTA 
Project, which works with underprivileged communities to help bridge 
the digital divide. So, I have a background in technology but not so 
much in access technology, what can I do? Thank you!

_________________________________
Shannon McCue	
VISTA Technical Coordinator

CTC VISTA Project
College of Public and Community Service
University of Massachusetts/Boston
100 Morrissey BLVD.
Boston, MA. 02125

Phone: 617-287-7385
Fax: 617-287-7274


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