Computer Information Systems: Network Administrator
The Computer Information Systems Network Administrator College Certificate is designed to provide a solid foundation in the fundamental skills required to analyze system requirements and design solutions or to support and manage the application of technology resources. The Network Administrator concentration prepares students as network systems administrators who can design, install, and support an organization's LAN (local-area network), network segment, internet, or intranet system. Network systems administrators provide on-site administrative support for software users in various work environments, including professional offices, small businesses, government, and large corporations.
What Do Network Administrators Do?
Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day- to-day operation of an organization’s computer networks. They organize, install, and support an organization’s computer systems, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), network segments, intranets, and other data communication systems.
Where Do They Work?
Network and computer systems administrators work with the physical computer networks of a variety of organizations and, therefore, are employed in many industries.
Job Outlook
Employment is projected to grow 2 percent from 2022 to 2032, with about 19,800 job openings each year on average, primarily due to worker replacement needs.
Where is the Network Administrator Certificate offered?
The Network Administrator Certificate is offered at our Curtis L. Ivery Downtown campus. As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
Recommended course sequencing
Semester 1 Total: 8 Credits
- CIS 110 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems 4 Credit(s)
- CT 211 - Computer Networking I 4 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 12 Credits
- CIS 210 - Introduction to Operating Systems 3 Credit(s)
- CIS 240 - Networking Essentials 3 Credit(s)
- CT 210 - Computer Repair II 6 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 7 Credits
- CIS 237 - Cisco CCNA 4 Credit(s)
- CIS 243 - Network Security Fundamentals 3 Credit(s)
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