IT-Computer Systems Administration Specialist
Associate Degree of Applied Science
Program Number:
101547 Program Website:
Program Courses offered at the following Campuses:
About
Earn a degree in Computer Systems Administration while gaining the skills necessary to obtain key industry certifications such as the CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) and Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP) with the Windows Server specialization. Challenge yourself to learn the technologies valued by area employers including Microsoft Windows system administration for both client and server systems. Learn the fundamentals of data networking, operating systems support and systems integration to prepare for your information technology career. A guided on-the-job internship with an area employer helps students find the jobs they desire.
Typical job duties include: install, configure, administer and operate client and server systems including Microsoft Windows server, Windows client, Linux and Microsoft Exchange. Perform technical troubleshooting of computer systems and networks. Integrate the hardware and software required to support new initiatives. Install, maintain and troubleshoot Internet connectivity for services such as email, web and other Internet applications. Be responsible for critical system backups and plan for the restoration of computing services in the event of disasters. Demonstrate initiative as a member of an information technology team.
Admissions
Requirements for Program Application
The following is required to process your application:
- High School transcript - or
- Completed COMPASS - or
- HSED/GED Test Scores - or
- College transcript showing an Associate Degree, Bachelor's or higher Degree
Admission Processing Deadlines:
Spring 2010
For this program applications must be received by January 15, 2010 to be considered for the spring semester. All supporting documentation (transcripts, test scores, etc.) must be received by February 2, 2010.
Fall 2010
MATC begins collecting applications for the following year's Fall term on September 1st. The Admissions Office will then begin processing those applications on the 3rd Monday in October. (Effective for the fall of 2010).
Admission information and Next Steps:
Program Outcomes
Program Outcomes:
- Troubleshoot personal computer systems.
- Install and configure Microsoft Windows client operating systems.
- Troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Client Operating Systems.
- Install and configure Microsoft Windows Server operating systems
- Troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server Operating Systems.
- Establish an Active Directory environment on Microsoft Windows Server
- Configure basic TCP/IP networking services on Microsoft Windows
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot network operating systems.
- Solve problems individually and in a team environment.
Employment
Career Potential:
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
- Systems Administrator
- Print Operator
- Operator (State and Private)
- Master Console Operator
- Data Processing Operations Technician (State)
- Technical Support Services
- Help Desk
- Networking Services
- Network Installer
With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as:
- Network Administrator
- Computer Operations Shift Supervisor
- Data Center Manager
- Chief Information Officer (CIO)
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
Additional Info
Additional Info about the Program:
Definitions and Guidelines
We only transfer in equivalent college work if the grade is a C or better. (We do not transfer in C- graded course work).
Advanced Standing cannot exceed 50% of the required credits for the program.
If a student wishes to take 10-107-98 Networking and Communications 2 as an elective, it must be completed within one (1) year of taking 10-107-197 Networking and Communications I.
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Last Modified: October 23, 2009