Cert in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

This short-term certificate provides a foundation in server administration within a Windows server environment. Students study network infrastructure, directory services, server virtualization, security, fault tolerance, video conferencing and storage networks. In labs they set up, configure and look after file, application, web, mail, DNS and DHCP servers in a virtualized environment. Some exposure to Linux-based servers adds breadth. The course list includes Cisco networking and network integration alongside operating systems and microcomputer applications. The catalog advises that many employers want at least a degree in computer information systems for IT jobs. Completers earn a technical certificate. The program is listed in the 2026-2027 college catalog under curriculum code 6604, in the Engineering, Business & Information Technologies area. Prospective students can contact the college's advising team for help with admission, enrollment, transfer and graduation questions, and some programs offer credit for prior learning.