Network Enterprise Administrator
Network Enterprise Administrator Technical Diploma
Program Code: 31-150-4
For more information: www.wctc.edu/network-enterprise-admin
Computer networks are a critical part of almost every organization and affect our daily lives. Network enterprise administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operations and security of these networks. Gain valuable hands-on experience in computer hardware, Cisco networking, Microsoft and Linux operating systems, virtualization/storage technologies and security system hardening techniques.
The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:
Core Courses = C
Program GPA = 2.0
Build your degree along a career pathway. Start with a couple of courses or an entry-level credential to enter the job market in your area of interest, then continue with higher credentials on your educational path for job advancement and higher wages.
Related Certificates that can be earned along the way.
Program Outcomes
1. Implement computer networks.
2. Implement server operating systems.
3. Implement network security components.
4. Troubleshoot network systems.
Critical Life Skills
To help our students prepare for success in a workplace and society that is increasingly global, multicultural and collaborative, we provide curricular and co-curricular opportunities to develop critical life skills. WCTC is committed to teaching all students the following skills:
- Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication.
- Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems.
- Relationships: Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
- Self-management: Demonstrate responsible and respectful behavior.
Listed below are the required courses for the program. To view the recommended sequence for taking courses click on the plan of study tab(s) above. Work with your Academic Advisor to design a program plan!
View your Program Matrix to find out when each course will be offered (term and time of day).
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| 150-117 | Introduction to Cisco Networks Cisco 1, take 1st | 3 |
Approved Substitute: 150-175 | ||
| 150-118 | Switching Routing & Wireless Cisco 2, take 2nd | 3 |
Approved Substitute: 150-176 | ||
| 150-121 | Enterprise Clients | 3 |
| 150-137 | MS Server | 3 |
| 150-165 | Cloud AWS | 3 |
| 150-172 | Wireless Technology | 3 |
| 150-188 | Linux Essentials | 3 |
| 151-106 | Security I | 3 |
Approved Substitute: 151-101 | ||
| 152-101 | Python Programming | 1 |
| 631-183 | IT Essentials | 3 |
| Total Credits | 28 | |
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Credits | |
| 150-188 | Linux Essentials | 3 |
| 631-183 | IT Essentials | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| 150-117 | Introduction to Cisco Networks | 3 |
| 150-137 | MS Server | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| 150-121 | Enterprise Clients | 3 |
| 152-101 | Python Programming | 1 |
| Credits | 4 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| 150-165 | Cloud AWS | 3 |
| 150-172 | Wireless Technology | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Term 1 | ||
| 150-118 | Switching Routing & Wireless | 3 |
| 151-106 | Security I | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 28 | |
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring Term 1 | Credits | |
| 150-188 | Linux Essentials | 3 |
| 631-183 | IT Essentials | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| 150-117 | Introduction to Cisco Networks | 3 |
| 150-137 | MS Server | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Summer Term | ||
| 152-101 | Python Programming | 1 |
| Credits | 1 | |
| Fall Term 1 | ||
| 150-118 | Switching Routing & Wireless | 3 |
| 150-121 | Enterprise Clients | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| 150-165 | Cloud AWS | 3 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| 151-106 | Security I | 3 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| 150-172 | Wireless Technology | 3 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 28 | |