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Course: Network and System Administration
If you’ve ever experienced the satisfaction of playing on a winning team, you know how much it takes to get everyone working together smoothly. A computer system, with its network of hardware, software, programmers, users, and data presents a similar challenge.
If you major in network and system administration, you’ll learn how to meet that challenge, making use of the latest and most effective technology. And once you graduate, you should find your skills in demand in a variety of workplaces.
Students of network and system administration learn how to manage the computer operations of specific organizations and locations.
Are You Ready To...?
- Join a study group
- Study cybersecurity
- Learn the best ways to store data
- Explore the latest technologies
- Practice installing and troubleshooting hardware and software
- Study operating systems, such as Microsoft Windows
- Learn how to set up, monitor, and adjust networked computer systems
- Intern off-campus while earning your degree
It Helps To Be...
A good problem solver who is able to work independently and as part of a team. In both your studies and your career, you’ll need to juggle many responsibilities at once.
College Checklist
- If the program leads to an associate’s degree, does it focus more on preparing students for further education or for the workforce?
- Will the program help you prepare for certification exams?
- Are instructors certified and actively working in the field?
- Are hands-on learning activities a regular part of your education?
- Does the program have state-of-the-art classrooms and computer labs?
- Does the program coordinate with local companies and organizations to provide internships?
- What are recent graduates doing now?
Did You Know?
Over one million malicious code threats -- including Trojans and worms as well as viruses -- are circulating through the world’s computers.
Course Spotlight
In an introductory course in operating-system technologies, you’ll learn the ABCs of the software that runs computers. You’ll learn how operating systems help us make the most of our PCs by storing data efficiently, controlling memory, and connecting to networks.
You’ll probably study and compare more than one type of operating system, including such key players as Windows, DOS, UNIX, and Linux.