Network Administrator

This program provides students with the necessary skill and knowledge to plan, install, and provide routine control over and manage exceptional situations in relation to quality communications network services in an information system. It provides in-depth knowledge of evaluating communications hardware, software, and transmission service alternatives against changing business requirements, maintaining links with network suppliers, monitoring network performance, providing support for systems, localizing and rectifying faults in networks and handling non-routine user/customer problems, and providing expertise and practical assistance in delivering service that complies with statutory and other standards, as well as strategic and tactical plans.

Program Notes
Tuition fees include student manuals and all other course materials . Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify.
Graduation requirements:
Students must achieve a 75% average to obtain a diploma.

Program Prerequisites
Candidates must be able to keyboard at a minimum speed of 25 words per minute (WPM) and have a fundamental understanding of basic computer concepts and the Internet.

Admission Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status.

Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instruction.

An admissions interview will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program.

Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them.

Career Opportunities
Recent studies indicate that strong growth in IT jobs, especially for skilled Computer and Network Operators, are expected over the next few years. Careers that correspond with the skills learned in this program include:

Hardware Installation Coordinator
Network Administrator
Network Support Technician
Network Operator
Local Area Network (LAN) Administrator
Local Area Network (LAN) Technician