Build Your Future in Networking
The Networking Certificate is designed to prepare students for a career using computer networks in business. Students receive hands-on instruction on how to operate, install, configure, troubleshoot, upgrade, and maintain computer networks as well as basic network security. Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks. They organize, install, and support an organization’s computer systems, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), network segments, intranets, and other data communication systems. Upon completion of the program students will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in one or more common business software programs.
- Demonstrate an understanding of common computer technology related terms.
- Demonstrate the ability to be effective communicators using common business communication tools.
- Demonstrate knowledge of common Internet related technologies and software.
Degrees & Certificates
- Apply online at fullcoll.edu
- Apply for financial aid: fafsa.ed.gov
- Take the online orientation
- Take assessment exam
- Meet with a Counselor
- Update Personal info in My Gateway
- Register for classes
- Pay fees
Anna Carlin
714.992.7210
acarlin@fullcoll.edu
Dale Craig
CIS Coordinator
714.992.7204
dcraig@fullcoll.edu
Gabriella Fernandez
714.992.7214
gfernandez@fullcoll.edu
Laura Melella
714.992.7219
lmelella@fullcoll.edu
Brian Roach
714.992.7209
broach@fullcoll.edu
Jane Troop
714.992.7206
jtroop@fullcoll.edu
Nancy Woolridge
714.992.7224
nwoolridge@fullcoll.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
The cost is $46 per unit. Non-resident tuition: $258 per unit PLUS enrollment fees (Non-Resident Tuition includes $19.00 Capital Outlay fee per Ed Code 76141).
Costs may vary; please visit website for more information: http://admissions.fullcoll.edu/fees-refunds/.
Associate degree or certificate completion depends on program unit requirements and whether student is enrolled full-time or part-time.
For information on jobs in this industry sector and their median annual salaries visit: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/.
Average Salary: $58,420 – $159,300
• Computer Security Specialist
• Computer Specialist
• Data Security Administrator
• Information Security Analyst
• Information Security Manager
• Information Security Officer
• Information Security Specialist
• Information Systems Security Analyst
• Information Technology Security Analyst
• Information Technology Specialist
Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 28 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Demand for information security analysts is expected to be very high. Cyberattacks have grown in frequency, and analysts will be needed to come up with innovative solutions to prevent hackers from stealing critical information or creating problems for computer networks.
Banks and financial institutions, as well as other types of corporations, will need to increase their information security capabilities in the face of growing cybersecurity threats. In addition, as the healthcare industry expands its use of electronic medical records, ensuring patients’ privacy and protecting personal data are becoming more important. More information security analysts are likely to be needed to create the safeguards that will satisfy patients’ concerns.
Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 56 percent in computer systems design and related services from 2016 to 2026. The increasing adoption of cloud services by small and medium-sized businesses and a rise in cybersecurity threats will create demand for managed security services providers in this industry.
Average Salary in this Field
$58,420 to
$159,300 Per Year
Careers in this Field
Computer Security Specialist
Information Technology Specialist
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