Career Description
Computer network administrators design,
install, and support an organization's network infrastructure.
Businesses, governments, and other organizations use computer
hardware and software every day. They use individual computer
stations, printers, and scanners that connect to servers. Each
organization uses software programs that differ from department to
department. For example, the accounting department may use mostly
financial software. Management may use mostly word processing and
spreadsheet software. A system may also include Internet and e-mail
software that is vulnerable to attacks by computer viruses. These
diverse computer systems, also called networks, are monitored and
maintained by computer network administrators. Computer network
administrators plan, coordinate, and direct the computer-related
activities of an organization. They make sure all parts of a computer
network work to meet the organization's goals. Network administrators
may also direct the work of other computer specialists such as
analysts, programmers, and technicians.
Computer network administrators provide day-to-day support for
software users. For example, they may train people how to use
software or help troubleshoot problems.
Program Information
The Computer Network Administration
degree is one of the most exciting tracks offered by CLC. Course work
includes general networking technologies, network troubleshooting,
operating system technologies, disaster recovery, computer repair and
security fundamentals. This program covers an overview of networking
technologies that graduates can expect to work with in small to
mid-size organization settings. CLC’s IT instructors are industry
certified professionals with multiple years of experience in their
respective disciplines both in the classroom and in industry.
Certification
This program will help students prepare for
the following certifications: Microsoft MCSE, MCSA, MCP, MCDST;
CompTIAA+, Network+, Server+, Security+, and others. Central Lakes
College is a VUE Authorized Test Center. All certifications exams can
be delivered on-site.
Career Titles
The studies in this program will help
students prepare for careers in Networking such as MCSE, MCSA,
Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Systems Analyst, LAN
Administrator, WAN Administrator, Network Security Specialist and
Systems Engineer.
Computer Network Administration, AAS - Program Planning Form (pdf)
