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PURPOSE


The Network Systems Administration program prepares students for employment in network administration and information technology careers by developing the technical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to install, configure, secure, manage, and troubleshoot computer networks, servers, and enterprise information systems. Students gain experience with network operating systems, virtualization, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, server administration, and network infrastructure while building the critical thinking, communication, professionalism, and technical problem-solving skills needed to support and manage today’s complex network environments.

 

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OCP A

Information Technology Assistant

Length: 150 Hours

 

OCP B

Computer Support Assistant

Length: 150 Hours

 

OCP C

Network Support Technician

Length: 150 Hours

 

OCP D

Systems Administrator

Length: 150 Hours

 

OCP E

Systems Engineer

Length: 150 Hours

 

OCP F

Wireless Network Administrator

Length: 150 Hours

 

OCP G

Data Communications Analyst

Length: 150 Hours

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN


Network Infrastructure
& Enterprise Networking

Develop hands-on skills designing, configuring, and managing wired and wireless network infrastructure, including routers, switches, IP addressing, VLANs, routing, and network services that support enterprise environments.

 

Server Administration
& Virtualization

Learn to install, configure, secure, and maintain network operating systems, servers, virtualization platforms, user accounts, storage, and directory services used in modern organizations.

 

Network Security
& Cybersecurity

Build a strong foundation in network security by implementing access controls, firewalls, authentication, monitoring, data protection, and cybersecurity best practices that help safeguard enterprise systems and information.

 

Cloud & Network Service

Gain experience deploying and managing cloud-connected resources, network services, remote access technologies, and enterprise applications that support today’s hybrid computing environments.

 

Network Monitoring 
& Troubleshooting

Develop critical thinking and technical problem-solving skills by monitoring network performance, diagnosing connectivity issues, maintaining system reliability, and resolving hardware, software, and infrastructure problems.

 

Career Readiness
& Industry Certification Preparation

Prepare for careers in network systems administration through hands-on laboratory experiences, enterprise networking projects, and technical skill development aligned with industry certifications and workforce expectations.

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

 

$4,252.00

In-State
See Cost Breakdown for Out-of-State and Differential

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Pell Eligible 

YES

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Career Source

YES

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Tri-County

NO

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Online

YES

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PROGRAM RESOURCES