--- title: Blog - Herzing Skilled Trades | network cabling description: network cabling | Discover insights, tips, and career advice in trades. Explore training programs, industry trends, and success stories at Herzing College. --- - English - Français - News / Blog - [Contact](https://www.herzing.ca/contact) - [Student Login](https://student5.campuslogin.com/(S(l5qa1i55nvojjoragnier23j))/StudentLoginDefault.aspx?OrgID=12200) [![herzing-logo@2x](https://blog.herzing.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/herzing-logo@2x.png?width=164&height=33&name=herzing-logo@2x.png "herzing-logo@2x")](https://www.herzing.ca) - [PROGRAMS](https://www.herzing.ca/programs-page/) - [ONLINE PROGRAMS](https://www.herzing.ca/online-programs/) - [CAMPUS SERVICES](https://www.herzing.ca/campus-services/admissions/) - [INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS](https://www.herzing.ca/international-students/) - [WHY HERZING](https://www.herzing.ca/why-herzing/why-choose-herzing/) - [LOCATIONS](https://www.herzing.ca/locations/) ![menu@2x](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/menu@2x.png "menu@2x") # Herzing Skilled Trades Expert advice to help you choose the right pre-apprenticeship or construction training program and succeed in your career - [Herzing College \>](https://herzing.ca) - [Blog](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades) ## All Network-cabling Posts ## [The Rise of Smart Homes: Why Electricians Need Network Cabling Expertise](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/smart-homes-network-cabling-for-electricians) [![Herzing College electrical students in the workshop](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/smart%20homes%20electricians.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/smart-homes-network-cabling-for-electricians) Jan 5, 2026, 7:59:59 AM Gone are the days when an electrician’s job focused solely on running power lines and wiring circuit breakers. Today’s homes are interconnected ecosystems where lighting responds to voice commands, thermostats learn occupant preferences, and security systems send real-time alerts to smartphones. This smart home revolution means that electricians must now understand both traditional electrical systems and the network cabling infrastructure that makes modern automation possible. In this post, we explore how smart home technology is reshaping electrical work, why network cabling knowledge is essential, and how you can prepare for this evolving landscape. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/smart-homes-network-cabling-for-electricians) ## [Common Challenges Network Cabling Technicians Face (and How to Solve Them)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/network-cabling-technician-challenges) [![Technician installing fibre optic wire at a house](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/network%20cabling%20issues.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/network-cabling-technician-challenges) Jun 30, 2025, 9:55:20 AM Corporate offices, hospitals, smart homes…none of it works without the physical infrastructure that connects devices to the internet and each other. That’s where network cabling technicians come in. They install and maintain the cabling systems that keep our digital lives running the way they should. Thinking about becoming one of them? You should know that while the work is rewarding, it’s not without its challenges. Tangled cables and tight crawlspaces are just two of the many obstacles that can crop up on the job. The good news is that with the right training and techniques, these challenges can be overcome. Let’s explore some of the most common issues in network cabling—and how to solve them. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/network-cabling-technician-challenges) ## [Meet Raechel: From IT to Theatre to the Electrical Trade](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-raechel-from-it-to-theatre-to-the-electrical-trade) [![Electrical and network cabling grad Raechel Kula](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Raechel%20Kula.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-raechel-from-it-to-theatre-to-the-electrical-trade) Aug 15, 2023, 9:22:22 AM Raechel Kula’s career path has taken some interesting turns. After several years in software testing, she went back to school for theatre training. But steady work in the entertainment industry is hard to come by, and she liked the idea of a job with more regular hours. An encounter with some electricians sparked her interest in that trade. That led her to enrol in the electrician and network cabling program at Herzing College. After graduating in September 2022, she immediately went to work full time at a small company in Toronto that installs lighting, communications, and audio-video systems in commercial and high-end residential properties. We spoke with Raechel to learn more about her experience at Herzing and how her career has unfolded. Here’s her story. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-raechel-from-it-to-theatre-to-the-electrical-trade) ## [Meet Don: Network Cabling Expert and Instructor of the Year](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-don-network-cabling-expert-and-instructor-of-the-year) [![Network cabling instructor Don DeLuca](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Don%20DeLuca.jpeg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-don-network-cabling-expert-and-instructor-of-the-year) Mar 1, 2023, 9:15:27 AM Don DeLuca never expected to become a college instructor. He’d always been a natural salesman, and when his computer sales job disappeared he switched to selling network cabling. His boss told him that in order to sell something, you have to know how to do it—so he learned how to be a cabler. He got so good at it that he eventually started his own business, [DeLuca Cabling](https://delucacabling.com/). He came to Herzing looking for apprentices and ended up becoming a full-time instructor. And recently, he was recognized as our Instructor of the Year! We caught up with Don this week to learn more about his remarkable story. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-don-network-cabling-expert-and-instructor-of-the-year) ## [Special Network Cabling Training Helps Skilled Immigrants Find Jobs](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/special-network-cabling-training-helps-skilled-immigrants-find-jobs) [![Smiling network cabling specialist with cable coil over one shoulder](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/iStock-929212478.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/special-network-cabling-training-helps-skilled-immigrants-find-jobs) May 11, 2022, 4:35:14 PM Herzing College has partnered with The Career Foundation to help immigrants with an electrical or telecommunications background get specialized training in network cabling. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/special-network-cabling-training-helps-skilled-immigrants-find-jobs) ## [5 Steps to Become a Network Cabling Specialist](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/5-steps-to-become-a-network-cabling-specialist) [![network cabling specialist](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/iStock-1069566058.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/5-steps-to-become-a-network-cabling-specialist) Nov 25, 2021, 2:45:04 PM *Updated December 2025* When we pick up our phones, power up our computers, or turn on our TVs, we usually just expect that they will connect to a network that lets them share information. But without the efforts of network cabling specialists, none of that would be possible. Network cabling specialists are the skilled pros who set up and maintain the structured cabling systems that allow for the transmission of video, voice, and data. Interested in a career in this field? Wondering what it takes to become a network cabling specialist? Here are five steps you can take to get started.   [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/5-steps-to-become-a-network-cabling-specialist) ## [How Much Do Cable Technicians Make? Compare Salaries, Roles](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/how-much-do-cable-technicians-make-compare-salaries-roles) [![Technician holding cables standing beside van](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/iStock-664529684.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/how-much-do-cable-technicians-make-compare-salaries-roles) Sep 13, 2021, 9:48:17 AM *Updated December 2025* Cable technicians set up and repair the lines that bring phone, internet, satellite, and cable TV services to all kinds of buildings. They’re responsible for installing and maintaining the telecommunications infrastructure the modern world depends on. Considering a career in this field? Before you jump in, it’s important to know what your job options are and how much you can earn. A cable technician salary will vary depending on factors like what specific area you focus on and how much experience you have. We dug into government labour market data to see how much cable technicians make in various roles. Have a look at the details so you can decide if this trade is right for you. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/how-much-do-cable-technicians-make-compare-salaries-roles) ## [New TSOC Loyalty Program: Discounts for Cabling Students & Alumni!](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/new-tsoc-loyalty-program-benefits-network-cabling-students) [![TSOC and Herzing College Loyalty Program](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/ImranNew8_TRANSPARENT.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/new-tsoc-loyalty-program-benefits-network-cabling-students) Jul 14, 2021, 12:21:16 PM *Photo: Imran Hasan, President of Transglobal Systems of Canada (TSOC)* Transglobal Systems of Canada (TSOC) has been a trusted and valued industry partner of Herzing College for a long time. They supply the equipment that our network cabling students practice with in the Herzing workshop, participate in trade shows, and provide employment opportunities for our graduates. Recently, TSOC took the partnership one step further. They launched a loyalty program that provides Herzing students and alumni with exclusive discounts on cabling products. We talked with TSOC president Imran Hasan to learn more about the company, the Herzing partnership, the loyalty program, and the telecommunications industry. Here are the highlights from our conversation. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/new-tsoc-loyalty-program-benefits-network-cabling-students) ## [What Do You Learn in Network Cabling Training? Here's What to Expect](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/what-do-you-learn-in-network-cabling-training) [![network cabling training at Herzing College](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/network%20cabling%20students.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/what-do-you-learn-in-network-cabling-training) Jun 18, 2021, 1:14:37 PM *Updated December 2025* Most of us take for granted that our phones, TVs, and computers connect to some sort of network. We hardly think about the people and technology that make those networks function. We don't truly understand what goes into setting up, maintaining, and repairing the telecommunications infrastructure we rely on every single day. This is the world of network cabling. Professionals in this field take special training to learn how to install, troubleshoot, and maintain the structured cabling systems that transmit data, voice, and video. Thinking of starting a career in this industry? You probably have some questions about network cabling training, like what skills you'll learn and what jobs you can get after graduation. That's exactly what we're covering in today's post. Get a good overview of this program, find out what to expect, and see if network cabling is right for you. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/what-do-you-learn-in-network-cabling-training) ## [Network Cabling Careers: Training, Jobs & Salaries in Ontario](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/network-cabling-careers-training-jobs-options-salaries) [![Cable technician joining cables](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/network-cabling-technician-1.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/network-cabling-careers-training-jobs-options-salaries) Jun 11, 2021, 9:52:07 AM *Updated December 2025* Living in Ontario and thinking about starting a career in network cabling? You've come to the right place. In this post, we'll explain what to expect from a typical network cabling course, plus certification requirements for cable technicians. We'll also break down job options and the latest employment forecast for cable techs in the province. Here's everything you need to know. 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