Computer & Local Area Network Technician AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Program Description
This program prepares students for entry-level positions as a data communications specialist in the information technology profession. Common career titles include PC support technician, LAN specialist, help desk support specialist, LAN system administrator, LAN design specialist, LAN engineer, and many others. The program prepares students for rewarding careers at the forefront of the information technological revolution. Students will examine the installation, maintenance, repair and management of desktop PCs and local area networks. Students receive hands-on training in network operating systems, user administration, network security, and LAN switching and bridging design. The program also helps students prepare for A+, N+, CCENT, Security Plus, and CCNA certification. Graduates of this program possess a wide range of product knowledge as well as hands-on experience in hardware and software installation and support.
Established in 2012
CIP: 11-1002 System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 600 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 34038 |
Provider Information
Moraine Valley Community College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Computer and Mathematical Occupations
- (151232 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
CompTIA
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Industry Standard: Cisco's CCNP, Wmware's VCP5, Microsoft's Certified IT Professional
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
64 Weeks ( 1344.00 Hours / 66.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,240.00 |
| Books | $2,973.00 |
| Fees | $2,242.00 |
| Tests | $1,373.00 |
| Total Cost | $15,828.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Standard Moraine Valley college application process. Meet with academic advisor to evaluate transfer credits and create academic plan. Accuplacer testing may be required. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $5,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Weekend Classes
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Computer & Local Area Network Technician AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Program Description
This program prepares students for entry-level positions as a data communications specialist in the information technology profession. Common career titles include PC support technician, LAN specialist, help desk support specialist, LAN system administrator, LAN design specialist, LAN engineer, and many others. The program prepares students for rewarding careers at the forefront of the information technological revolution. Students will examine the installation, maintenance, repair and management of desktop PCs and local area networks. Students receive hands-on training in network operating systems, user administration, network security, and LAN switching and bridging design. The program also helps students prepare for A+, N+, CCENT, Security Plus, and CCNA certification. Graduates of this program possess a wide range of product knowledge as well as hands-on experience in hardware and software installation and support.
Established in 2012
CIP: 11-1002 System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager.
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 600 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 34038 |
Provider Information
Moraine Valley Community College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Computer and Mathematical Occupations
- (151232 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
CompTIA
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Industry Standard: Cisco's CCNP, Wmware's VCP5, Microsoft's Certified IT Professional
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
64 Weeks ( 1344.00 Hours / 66.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,240.00 |
| Books | $2,973.00 |
| Fees | $2,242.00 |
| Tests | $1,373.00 |
| Total Cost | $15,828.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Standard Moraine Valley college application process. Meet with academic advisor to evaluate transfer credits and create academic plan. Accuplacer testing may be required. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $5,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Weekend Classes
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction