Networking Systems and Technology, Basic Certificate

Program Code: 0143

Program Requirements

Required Program Core
CIS 101Computer Science 1013
CIS 111Computer Operations3
CIS 116Operating System I3
CIS 255Operating Systems II3
NET TEC 121Internetworking I3
NET TEC 122Internetworking II3
Total Hours18

Pathway

This is an example course sequence for students interested in earning a degree in Networking Systems and Technology. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn a Basic Certificate (BC) in Networking Systems and Technology. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. 

Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Hours
CIS 101 Computer Science 101 3
CIS 116 Operating System I 3
CIS 111 Computer Operations 3
NET TEC 121 Internetworking I 3
 Hours12
Semester 2
CIS 255 Operating Systems II 3
NET TEC 122 Internetworking II 3
 Hours6
 Total Hours18

Choose your courses with your College Advisor.

Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

Computer User Support Specialists

Job Description

Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$39,015
Median 50th Percentile$60,509
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$96,927

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$19
Median 50th Percentile$29
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$47

Annual Job Openings

852 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less0.32%
A certificate32.33%
Some college1.92%
An Associate degree13.74%
A Bachelor's degree47.32%
A Master's or Professional degree4.37%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

51.69% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Computer Network Support Specialists

Job Description

Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$42,894
Median 50th Percentile$71,434
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$128,275

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$21
Median 50th Percentile$34
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$62

Annual Job Openings

300 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less4.23%
A certificate10.16%
Some college13.63%
An Associate degree21.68%
A Bachelor's degree48.77%
A Master's or Professional degree1.53%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

50.30% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Network and Computer Systems Administrators

Job Description

Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. Perform system monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems. Review system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups. Analyze network and server resource consumption and control user access. Install and upgrade software and maintain software licenses. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$57,780
Median 50th Percentile$90,616
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$140,049

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$28
Median 50th Percentile$44
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$67

Annual Job Openings

288 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less0.00%
A certificate7.49%
Some college9.72%
An Associate degree20.30%
A Bachelor's degree52.37%
A Master's or Professional degree10.13%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

62.50% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Information Security Analysts

Job Description

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$67,312
Median 50th Percentile$113,413
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$178,147

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$32
Median 50th Percentile$55
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$86

Annual Job Openings

192 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less0.00%
A certificate7.16%
Some college2.01%
An Associate degree12.87%
A Bachelor's degree75.16%
A Master's or Professional degree2.80%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

77.96% continue their education beyond an associate degree