Network and System Administration: Certificate (CTE) (discontinued)

This program is not accepting new students effective Fall 2025. For students already declared in the program, please see your DegreeWorks audit, contact the department, or consult your academic advisor.

Certificate of Proficiency | 16 credits minimum

Program Website
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Program Description
The program provides students with an in-depth knowledge of network and system administration. This CP gives students a background in Linux, Microsoft, basic networking, and routing and switching. The student will analyze network traffic for security vulnerabilities, mitigate network outages due to security breaches, and design cyber-security solutions for business problems.

Transfer/Articulation Information
Please refer to the Student Resources section of the SLCC University Transfer webpage.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Course fees: $45

Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.

Note: This Certificate of Proficiency is not eligible for financial aid. However, courses within the certificate may be eligible if taken as part of a financial aid eligible program such as an AS or AAS degree. Please check with the Financial Aid Office to determine course and program eligibility.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (13 Credits)

Elective Courses (3 Credits Minimum)

Select from the following:

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Network and System Administration CP: Part-time
Time to completion is 2 semesters based on a full-time minimum of 15 credits per semester. Less than 15 credits per semester will increase time to completion.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.

Analyze network traffic for security vulnerabilities. [1]
Mitigate network outages due to security breaches. [1]
Design cyber-security solutions for business problems. [1]
Identify and resolve network security issues. [2,4]
Recognize the ethical considerations of utilizing technology in business. [5]