As a NACTEL student you can choose to earn one or more certificates. To qualify for a certificate you must:
Successfully complete maintain a 2.0 QPA overall.
Successfully complete four out of five required certificate courses with Pace University (meaning you can transfer equivalent credits from another institution or Prior Learning experience for only one of the five required courses) and maintain a 2.0 QPA within these core classes. *
*A maximum of four transfer or Prior Learning credits can be applied to certificate courses. Upon completion of the certificate requirements, you must complete and submit an Application for Certificate along with the $35 processing fee. The Application for a Certificate may be found on the Forms page within the Student Information Center. Also, depending on whether you choose to take assessments and the results of those assessments, as well as other program requirements - you may be required to take some foundation courses before registering for any courses specific to a certificate.
Telecommunications Essentials Certificate
The Telecommunications Essentials Certificate (19 - 20 credits) is designed to provide
you with basic knowledge of the electronics needed for a complete
understanding of the telecommunications industry. You may apply for
this certificate after completing the required courses regardless
of whether or not you choose to continue on and earn your Associate
of Science in Applied Information Technology, Telecommunications Degree.
If you want additional information, please contact us
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Wireless Networking Essentials Certificate
This certificate introduces the students to intermediate wireless concepts, including solid state
devices and circuits, operating systems, wireless LANs, transmission systems, and wireless network security.
Upon completing this certificate, the student can compete for intermediate and advanced positions in the wireless
broadband telecommunications industry.
If you want additional information, please contact us.
Video Essentials Certificate
This certificate introduces the students to intermediate concepts and applications of digital television
including video and smart technologies, home wiring and home smart technologies. This is an intermediate certificate
program and the Introduction to Telecommunications Certificate has to be completed prior to taking this certificate.
If you want additional information, please contact us.
Mobile Essentials Certificate (pending state approval)
This certificate introduces the students to intermediate concepts and applications of Mobile technologies. This is an intermediate certificate
program and the Introduction to Telecommunications Certificate has to be completed prior to taking this certificate.
If you want additional information, please contact us.
Introduction to Broadband Certificate
This certificate introduces the student to basic networking concepts, including math, computing, communication, electronics and basic broadband essentials. Upon completing this certificate, the student can compete for entry-level technical positions.
If you want additional information, please contact us.
Broadband Essentials Certificate
This certificate introduces the students to intermediate networking concepts, including operating systems, networking technologies, cabling and hardware maintenance. Upon completing this certificate, the student can compete for intermediate and advanced positions in the telecomunications industry.
If you want additional information, please contact us.
You must select one of the two elective courses for a total of 19 credits.
Note: Pre-screens, prerequisites and the Orientation to Online Learning (Online Seminar) are required for students taking single courses and/or the certificate programs.
Seidenberg
School of Computer Science and Information Systems
