Network Technician- TCC

Program Description

The Network Technician technical certificate of credit provides basic training in computer information systems networking. Students are introduced to the basic concepts of network administration. Upon graduation, students will be able to install, configure, and maintain networks using Windows networking software.

Occupational Trends

Employment is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations and add 286,600 new jobs over the 2008-18 decade. Excellent job prospects are expected. Workers can enter this field with many different levels of formal education, but relevant computer skills are always needed. Employment is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations and add 286,600 new jobs over the 2008-18 decade. Excellent job prospects are expected. Workers can enter this field with many different levels of formal education, but relevant computer skills are always needed.

Job/Career Description

Install, configure and maintain networks using Windows networking software.

Admissions Requirements

Must be 16 years of age
Completion of high school diploma or GED and submission of official transcript required to apply
Achievement of minimum program admission scores in Reading, English, and Math
Transfer of previous post-secondary credits will be determined by the Office of Enrollment Services

Student Performance/Graduation Requirements

Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average and complete all required courses to graduate.

Curriculum

Program Outcomes

1. Install server and professional Windows operating systems
2. Add users and maintain Active Directory for network administration

Courses

CIST xxxx	CIST Operating Systems Elective	3
COMP 1000	Intro to Computers	3
CIST 1001	Computer Concepts	4
	Select one of the following courses
CIST 1401	Computer Networking Fundament	4
	Or
CIST 2451	CISCO Network Fundamentals	4
Total Credit Hours:		14

Program Length= 2 semesters
Total Credit Hours= 14
Program Cost= $2884