Program Overview
The Network Administration and Engineering program prepares you to design, layout, setup, and maintain information technology networks and equipment. You will gain knowledge and skills in:
- Computer hardware
- Operating systems
- Server configuration and administration
- Network management
- Database and mail servers
- Project management
- Routers and switches
- Wireless networks
- Virtual machines
- VPN solutions
- Network security
Hands-on Learning Experiences
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Data Center: Learn to build and maintain industry-standard networks, including how to secure the network, protect against hacking attacks, and how to recover from an attack. Gain experience with the latest Microsoft desktop, server, Exchange, and SQL server platforms.
- Internship: Gain 192 hours of real-world work experience ensuring you have the skills you need to succeed in your future career.
Certifications
In the information technology industry certifications are a must. Hawkeye is recognized as a Cisco Regional Academy and a VMware IT Academy. You may receive the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CompTIA, and VMware certifications.
Transfer Information
An articulation agreement with the University of Northern Iowa allows you to transfer your Network Administration and Engineering coursework to UNI's Technology Management program.
Our transfer agreement with Upper Iowa University allows you to transfer your Network Administration and Engineering coursework to Upper Iowa University's Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program.
If you plan to transfer, work closely with a program advisor to ensure courses transfer and you meet program requirements.