Hardware and Networking

Hardware and Networking courses are gaining popularity among individuals who want to make a career in computers. In this field the students are introduced to the computing environment and trained to work with various computer devices and peripherals.

They learn about functioning, configuration and troubleshooting of hardware components including Keyboard, Mouse, Storage Devices (FDD, HDD, CDROM), BIOS, RAM, CMOS, Processors, Motherboards, Hands-on PC Assembling, Installation of Printers etc. Also one who wishes to pursue advanced modules can take up MCSE and CCNA.

Hardware and Networking Course Eligibility Criteria

One can easily enter into Hardware and Networking field after completing MCA or BE/B.Tech in computer engineering. But those who do not have these qualifications can still make career by completing any of the short term courses offered by various private computer training centres.

Courses in Hardware and Networking offered by private institutes are generally short term ranging from 3 months to one year. There are several private computer training institutes in India offering hardware training.

There is no requirement for a basic educational qualification for entering to this field. However an intermediate level of education is generally preferred.

Hardware and Networking Career Prospects

Hardware professionals and network administrators are in great demand in IT, software and web hosting companies. The role of a hardware engineer/network administrator is very much important in these sectors.

In India there are enormous opportunities for young professionals as they are easily absorbed in IT/software companies with excellent remuneration.

Hardware and Networking Pay Packages

The salary in IT and software sector is generally high, hence professionals get excellent pay package according to their skills and expertise. A fresher can expect salary somewhere between Rs.5000 – Rs.8, 000 per month.

However, with having 1-2 years of experience one can earn Rs.15, 000 or more. Computer professionals with engineering degrees or MCA qualification are offered excellent pay packages.

Hardware and Networking Institutes

Here is a list of computer training institutes offering courses in hardware and networking. Apart from that we have also compiled list of engineering colleges in various states.

Just click on the link and have a list of engineering colleges/computer training institutes in a particular state or city. Some well known training centers for Hardware :

• Indian Institute of Hardware Training (IIHT)

No. 15, 4th Floor, Sri Lakshmi Complex, St. Mark's Road, Bangalore-560 001
Ph: 2513 6777/2513 6770
Fax: 9180-251367711
E-mail: info@iiht.com
Website: http://www.iiht.com/

• JETKING

401,4th floor, Lucky Paradise, 22nd Cross, 8th `F' Main, 3rd Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore-560 011
Ph: 2665 6737/2634 7082. Telefax: 2634 5176
Website:http://www.jetkinginfotrain.com/

• SSP

B-789, Domlur 2nd Stage, Bangalore-560 071
Ph: 2535 2872

• CG Institute of Hardware Training

568, 11th Main, 38th Cross, 5th Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore-560 041
Ph: 2665 0351

• Heights Institute of Fashion & Technology

Website:http://www.heightsglobal.com
Courses:
Master Diploma in Hardware & Networking
Advance Diploma in Hardware Technology

List of Computer Training Institutes in Major Cities and States

• Arunachal Pradesh
• Chandigarh
• Chennai
• Delhi
• Haryana
• Himachal Pradesh
• Jammu & Kashmir
• Kerala
• Manipur
• Nagaland
• Rajasthan
• Sikkim
  

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List of Engineering Colleges in Various States With Details

• Ahmedabad
• Andhra Pradesh
• Arunachal Pradesh
• Assam
• Bangalore
• Bihar
• Chandigarh
• Chennai
• Chhattisgarh
• Delhi
• Goa
• Gujarat
• Haryana
• Himachal Pradesh
• Hyderabad
• Jammu & Kashmir
• Jharkhand
• Karnataka
• Kerala
• Kolkata
• Madhya Pradesh
• Maharashtra
• Manipur
• Meghalaya
• Mizoram
• Mumbai
• Nagaland
• Orissa
• Puducherry
• Pune
• Punjab
• Rajasthan
• Sikkim
• Tamil Nadu
• Tripura
• Uttar Pradesh
• Uttaranchal
• West Bengal