These courses are closely linked to professional certification from Comp TIA and Microsoft, and will help you develop the technical skills needed to support and maintain computer networks, plus the analytical skills needed to analyze and manage computer networks. You will learn how to analyze, diagnose and repair common problems with the Windows operating system on a personal computer and on a network server, determine the hardware and software needs for a common local area network (LAN) of personal computers, and install and support peripheral equipment (such as printers) on a LAN of personal computers.
Network and Systems Administration Proficiency Certificate
Career Options
Careers
Find your path.
Computer Network Architect – est. salary $130,560
Computer Network Support Specialist – est. salary $79,869
Information Security Analyst – est. salary $126,289
Telecommunications Engineering Specialist – est. salary $130,560
**EMSI Data, 2022; the greater Philadelphia region; a percentage of people in these jobs may have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Courses and Completion Sequence
The following courses and sequence of courses is designed for the optimal success and completion of the Network and Systems Administration Proficiency Certificate degree/certificate. Any alterations should be discussed with your academic advisor.
| Course Number | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 103 - Computer Applications & Concepts | 3 credits | |
| CIS 105 - Computer Systems Maintenance | 4 credits | |
| CIS 150 - Network Technology | 4 credits | |
| CIS 252 - Managing Network Servers | CIS 150 | 4 credits |
| CIS 256 - Network Routing and Switching | CIS 150 | 4 credits |
General Education Requirements:
All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal, and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms, click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request For Course Substitution Of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College's general education requirements is also available.
Featured Career
Database Administrator
Administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. Coordinate changes to computer databases. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases.
Median Salary
$93,545
$93,545
Number of Jobs
1,012
in the region
1,012
in the region
10 Year Job Outlook
+6.6%
in the region
+6.6%
in the region
Typical Tasks
- Test programs or databases, correct errors, and make necessary modifications.
- Plan, coordinate and implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure.
- Modify existing databases and database management systems or direct programmers and analysts to make changes.
- Specify users and user access levels for each segment of database.
- Write and code logical and physical database descriptions and specify identifiers of database to management system or direct others in coding descriptions.
How well does it pay?
New workers generally start around $54,310. Normal pay for Database Administrators is $93,545 per year, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as $144,233.
Program Information
Network and Systems Administration Proficiency Certificate
Degree Type:
Proficiency CertificateCredits Needed to Graduate:
19
Online Learning Availability:
Under 25%
