INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Computer Systems Administrator
A network and computer systems administrator's greatest contribution is maintaining an organization's work flow and keeping its lines of communication open.
Salary Range Potential:
$65,000+ /YEAR
Education Required:
Community College or Technical Degree
Skills Needed:
Critical Thinking, Active Listening, Computer Proficiency, Software Development
Types of Employers:
Legal And Medical Offices, Schools, Government Agencies, Private Enterprises, Financial Companies
Job Description
Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of an organization's computer 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.
Training Opportunities
The Computer Networking Technology option offers training in telecommunications, network technologies, administration, maintenance, operating systems and network planning, and implementation. Opportunities for graduates include employment as computer consultants or in networking jobs related to health care, manufacturing, telecommunications, and other businesses. The Associate in Applied Science degree is earned upon successful completion of the Computer Network Technology curriculum.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must meet Southwest Mississippi Community College admission requirements.
Length of Program:2 years
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must meet Southwest Mississippi Community College admission requirements.
Skills NeededCritical Thinking, Active Listening, Computer Proficiency, Software Development
Our Computer Networking Technology program is a two-year curriculum that offers training in network technologies, network administration, maintenance, and network operating systems. You will learn how to create, install, and maintain local area networks, understand protocols and hardware environments used to access and transfer large quantities of data, and gain experience in different network environments using the latest network technologies. You’ll also gain specialty training in several areas (see below). The Associate in Applied Science degree is earned upon successful completion of the program.
Pre-requisites required:ACT scores: 17 or above; English placement level: Level 3; Math placement level: Level 3; Reading placement level: Level 4
Length of Program:1-2 years
Summary of Program Requirements:ACT scores: 17 or above; English placement level: Level 3; Math placement level: Level 3; Reading placement level: Level 4
Skills NeededCritical Thinking, Active Listening, Computer Proficiency, Software Development
Raymond, Rankin
ContactDavid Rose601-936-5579JDrose@hindscc.edu
James Warren Finch601-857-3215James.Finch@hindcc.edu