Networking Systems and Technology, Basic Certificate
Program Code: 0143
Program Requirements
Code | Title | Hours |
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Required Program Core | ||
CIS 101 | Computer Science 101 | 3 |
CIS 111 | Computer Operations | 3 |
CIS 116 | Operating System I | 3 |
CIS 255 | Operating Systems II | 3 |
NET TEC 121 | Internetworking I | 3 |
NET TEC 122 | Internetworking II | 3 |
Total Hours | 18 |
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.
Semester 1 | Hours | |
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CIS 101 | Computer Science 101 | 3 |
CIS 116 | Operating System I | 3 |
CIS 111 | Computer Operations | 3 |
NET TEC 121 | Internetworking I | 3 |
Hours | 12 | |
Semester 2 | ||
CIS 255 | Operating Systems II | 3 |
NET TEC 122 | Internetworking II | 3 |
Hours | 6 | |
Total Hours | 18 |
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.
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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 |
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A high school diploma or less | 0.32% |
A certificate | 32.33% |
Some college | 1.92% |
An Associate degree | 13.74% |
A Bachelor's degree | 47.32% |
A Master's or Professional degree | 4.37% |
A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
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.
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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 |
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A high school diploma or less | 4.23% |
A certificate | 10.16% |
Some college | 13.63% |
An Associate degree | 21.68% |
A Bachelor's degree | 48.77% |
A Master's or Professional degree | 1.53% |
A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
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.
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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 |
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A high school diploma or less | 0.00% |
A certificate | 7.49% |
Some college | 9.72% |
An Associate degree | 20.30% |
A Bachelor's degree | 52.37% |
A Master's or Professional degree | 10.13% |
A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
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.
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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 |
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A high school diploma or less | 0.00% |
A certificate | 7.16% |
Some college | 2.01% |
An Associate degree | 12.87% |
A Bachelor's degree | 75.16% |
A Master's or Professional degree | 2.80% |
A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
77.96% continue their education beyond an associate degree