Information Technology
Mountwest Community & Technical College offers multiple Network Systems & Security degrees that prepare students for industry certifications from Cisco, Microsoft, CompTIA and EC Council by offering real-world knowledge taught by certified professors.
Network & Cloud Systems Administration A.A.S.
Associate of Applied Science
62 Credit Hours
Network Systems Cybersecurity A.A.S.
Associate of Applied Science
62 Credit Hours
Network Systems Security A.A.S.
Associate of Applied Science
60 Credit Hours
CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Certificate of Applied Science
30 Credit Hours
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate
Certificate of Applied Science
30 Credit Hours
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert
Certificate of Applied Science
30 Credit Hours
The curriculum and course materials are designed by Microsoft, and the College’s instructors are Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) with industry experience that take a personal interest in mentoring students through every step of the certification process. The Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) credential is the premier certification for professionals who analyze the business requirements and design and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows platform and Microsoft Server software. It is one of the most widely recognized and sought after technical certifications in the IT industry demonstrating to employers, clients and colleagues that an individual has achieved expertise in the area in Information Technology.
Graduates with an Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Network Systems Security will have the skills to obtain employment as network administrators, systems support technicians, network designers, web designers, security solutions designers, help desk technicians and hardware technicians.
Students take courses developed by Microsoft and Cisco, providing specialized skills in network administration, design, and security.
Students will take courses preparing them for the following certifications:
The Cisco Networking Academy at Mountwest Community & Technical College offers Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) training that prepares individuals to install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for enterprise organizations with networks from 100 to more than 500 nodes. The Cisco Networking Academy Program is a comprehensive-learning program that provides students with the IT skills essential in a global economy. The Networking Academy delivers web-based content, online assessment, student performance tracking, hands-on labs, instructor support, and preparation for the CCNA industry-standard certifications.
The CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) credential validates the knowledge and skills an entry-level network technician needs to know. It is an associate-level CISCO Career certification. It is one of the most widely recognized technical certifications in the IT industry.
As a leading Microsoft IT Academy, Mountwest Community & Technical College offers the Network Systems Administration option to help prepare students for the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Certification examinations. The curriculum and course materials are designed by Microsoft, and the College’s instructors are Microsoft Certified Solutions Experts (MCSE) with industry experience that take a personal interest in mentoring students through every step of the certification process.
The Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) credential is the industry standard for demonstrating competence in managing and troubleshooting network environments based on the Microsoft Windows platform and Microsoft Server software. It is one of the most widely recognized and sought after technical certifications in the IT industry demonstrating to employers, clients and colleagues that an individual has achieved expertise in the area in Information Technology.
As a leading Microsoft IT Academy, Mountwest Community & Technical College offers the Network Systems Administration option to help prepare students for the Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Certification examinations. The curriculum and course materials are designed by Microsoft, and the College’s instructors are Microsoft Certified Solutions Experts (MCSE) with industry experience that take a personal interest in mentoring students through every step of the certification process.
The Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) credential is the premier certification for professionals who analyze the business requirements and design and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows platform and Microsoft Server software. It is one of the most widely recognized and sought after technical certifications in the IT industry demonstrating to employers, clients and colleagues that an individual has achieved expertise in the area in Information Technology
Information Systems Administration
2019 Median Pay
$83,510 per year
Number of Jobs
383,900 in 2018
Job Outlook
2018-2028 32%24
Much faster than average employment.
For the most current salary information, please refer to the Bureau of Labor Statistics “Occupational Outlook Handbook” found online at bls.gov/ooh/.
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The college adheres to an open admission policy which means applications with a high school diploma or GED are eligible for admission. Applicants with neither a high school diploma nor GED may be admitted on a conditional basis.
Employment of network and computer systems administrators is projected to grow 5 percent from 2018 to 2028, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Demand for information technology (IT) workers is high and should continue to grow as firms invest in newer, faster technology and mobile networks. Growth also is expected as the use of IT in healthcare increases. However, an increase in cloud computing could raise the productivity of network administrators, slowing their growth across many industries.
Employment of network administrators in the computer systems design and related services industry is projected to grow 24 percent from 2018 to 2028. The increasing adoption of cloud services by small and medium-sized businesses that do not have their own dedicated IT departments could increase the demand for network and computer systems administrators within this industry.
