Network Technician Certificate (NT41)
The Network Technician Technical Certificate of Credit program provides basic training in computer information systems networking. Students are introduced to the basic concepts of network administration. Upon graduation, students will be able to install, configure, and maintain networks using Windows networking software.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates may find opportunities for work as entry-level technicians to install, configure and maintain networks using Windows networking software.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
36 |
30 |
23 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
218 |
222 |
223 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Network Technician Certificate Curriculum
The curriculum for the Network Technician Certificate program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program fall and spring semesters. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 14 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 330 contact hours and generally takes 2 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (14 Credits)
| COLL 1010 | College & Career Success Skills | 3 |
| CIST 1001 | Computer Concepts | 4 |
| | | |
| CIST 1401 | Computer Networking Fundamentals | 4 |
| | Or | |
| CIST 2451 | Intro to Networks - CISCO | 4 |
| | | |
| CIST | Operating Systems Elective | 3 |
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $1,400
Fees ($385 per semester): $770
Books/Supplies: $600
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)