Computer & Network Administration

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I found the instructor to be a very interesting teacher who brought more than text book knowledge to the class.”

  • The average annual salary for Experienced Network Administrators in the U.S. is $58,190
  • As technology changes, the demand for qualified Administrators will increase

Program Length: 6 Months - 624 Clock Hours / 21 Semester Hours

Schedule: 3 Days per Week

  • Day Program: 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Evening Program: 6:00pm-10:00pm + Every Other Saturday

A Network Administrator usually configures and manages an existing computer network. In this career, professionals are responsible for customizing networks to an individual company's needs by connecting the necessary hardware and software to the network. Once the network is configured, the Administrator adds computer programs, such as e-mail, that the company's employees use on a daily basis.

Career Opportunities:

This program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the technical areas described in our Computer Support Tech program; plus the following additional areas:

  • Network troubleshooting
  • Troubleshooting of Cisco switches and routers
  • Server installations
  • Network Administration
  • IT Security Specialist

Successful graduates of this program will feel confident entering the professional world of Network Administration and Computer Security after gaining plenty of personal instruction in CCI’s state-of-the-art computer labs. Students will learn to assess the computer and information security needs of small and large computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions and assist in managing the implementation and maintenance of LAN and WAN systems.

Industry Certifications

In the information technology industry employers want to hire people who are certified. The following certifications are recognized by top employers . This program includes training on topics included in the following industry certifications.

  • CompTIA 220-301: A+ Core
  • CompTIA 220-302: A+ Operating Systems
  • CompTIA N10-002: Network+
  • Microsoft 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
  • Microsoft 70-271: Supporting Users and Troubleshooting a Microsoft Windows XP Operating System
  • Microsoft 70-272: Supporting Users and Troubleshooting Desktop Applications on a Microsoft Windows XP Operating System
  • Cisco 640-801: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Microsoft Server 2003, and Network Infrastructure
  • CompTIA Security +
  • Microsoft Windows Security

Find Out More

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