Network Administration (AAS)
A.A.S. Degree—63 credit hours
Curriculum Code 1416
This program prepares students for entry-level and intermediate positions in information technology with a strong focus on network administration and virtualization. Typical career titles include IT technician, help desk specialist, network administrator, network engineer, systems administrator, and related roles. The curriculum emphasizes installation, configuration, operation, maintenance, and ongoing management of networked systems and virtualized environments. Students gain hands-on experience with network operating systems, fundamental network security, enterprise switching and routing, virtualization platforms, and related administration tasks. The program also supports preparation for foundational IT industry certifications in networking and IT infrastructure, and fosters practical skills in hardware and software installation, configuration, and support within modern IT environments.