NEC
V21B
LHD 1 Class ITAWDS Computer/ Peripheral Subsystem Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs organizational level maintenance on the LHD 1 Class Integrated Tactical Amphibious Warfare Data System (ITAWDS) Computer/Peripheral equipment, and Data Multiplex System (DMS). Specific equipment includes the AN/UYH-3(V) Disk Memory Unit, RD-358A(V) Magnetic Tape Unit, TT-624(V) Teleprinter, TD-1320A(p/o AN/USQ-82(V)DMS), CS-3647A (p/o AN/USQ-82(V) DMS), MK-70 MOD 6 Switchboard, MK-328 MOD 21 Computer Switching Control Panel, AN/USQ-69(V) Data Terminal Set, and AN/UYH-16(V) Recorder-Reproducer Magnetic Disk and AN/USQ-T46A(V) Battle Force Tactical Trainer (BFTT).
Core Skills
- computer peripheral maintenance
- data multiplex system support
- magnetic storage repair
- data terminal operation
- teleprinter maintenance
- network switching
- communications equipment support
- hardware troubleshooting
- technical recordkeeping
- training system support
Common Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
- BICSI Installer 1 (INST1)
- HDI Customer Service Representative
Civilian Career Paths
- HELP DESK SUPPORT
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
- NETWORK ENGINEERING
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
Career Growth
- CompTIA Network+
- BICSI Installer 1 (INST1)
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
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