Computer and Information Sciences: Network/Systems Administration
Program Overview
Computer and Information Sciences: Network/Systems Administration at Cerritos College
Associate of Arts
The network/systems administration program at Cerritos College is designed to prepare students for a career in the information industry. Graduates of the program will have a comprehensive understanding of the current communication technologies and commonly used operating systems, will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to design and implement a network infrastructure, and will be able to deploy ... More
Salary, Growth and Careers
Salary
Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $58,000 to over $239,000 with an average salary of $135,000.
Growth
Career opportunities for this program are expected to grow nationwide from 2022 to 2032.
Careers
- Software Developers and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
- Education Level: Bachelor's degree
- Job Growth: +22.2%
- Average Salary: $136k
- Salary Range: $78k - $203k
- Computer Network Architects
- Education Level: Bachelor's degree
- Job Growth: +3.5%
- Average Salary: $153k
- Salary Range: $106k - $187k
- Computer Network Support Specialists
- Education Level: Associate's degree
- Job Growth: +7%
- Average Salary: $83k
- Salary Range: $60k - $97k
- Computer Programmers
- Education Level: Bachelor's degree
- Job Growth: -11.2%
- Average Salary: $124k
- Salary Range: $82k - $150k
- Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
- Education Level: Doctoral or professional degree
- Job Growth: +5.3%
- Average Salary: $152k
- Salary Range: $107k - $182k
- Computer Systems Analysts
- Education Level: Bachelor's degree
- Job Growth: +9.6%
- Average Salary: $129k
- Salary Range: $96k - $157k
- Computer User Support Specialists
- Education Level: Some college, no degree
- Job Growth: +5%
- Average Salary: $79k
- Salary Range: $58k - $98k
- Computer and Information Research Scientists
- Education Level: Master's degree
- Job Growth: +22.7%
- Average Salary: $187k
- Salary Range: $137k - $213k
- Computer and Information Systems Managers
- Education Level: Bachelor's degree
- Job Growth: +15.4%
- Average Salary: $217k
- Salary Range: $166k - $239k+
- Database Administrators and Architects
- Education Level: Bachelor's degree
- Job Growth: +7.8%
- Average Salary: $108k
- Salary Range: $58k - $174k
- Information Security Analysts
- Education Level: Bachelor's degree
- Job Growth: +31.5%
- Average Salary: $140k
- Salary Range: $101k - $170k
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
- Education Level: Bachelor's degree
- Job Growth: +2.5%
- Average Salary: $114k
- Salary Range: $81k - $135k
Program Map
Pathway: to Degree
- Summer 2024
- 0.0 UNITS
- MILE: Previous Knowledge Recommended
- IT Support Specialist knowledge recommended
- Fall 2024
- 13.5 - 16.5 UNITS
- MAJ: Major Course
- 3.5 Units: Choose a course
- MAJ: Major Course
- 3.0 - 3.5 Units: Choose a course
- GEN: Proficiency: Mathematics
- 3.0 - 5.0 Units: Choose a course
- GEN: English Composition
- 4.0 - 4.5 Units: Choose a course
- MILE: Department Information
- Link to this department
- Spring 2025
- 14.0 UNITS
- MAJ: CIS 170E
- 3.5 Units: Router Configurations and Protocol
- MAJ: CIS 200A
- 3.5 Units: Apple Mac OS Support Essentials
- MAJ: Major Course
- 3.5 Units: Choose a course
- MAJ: CIS 170A
- 3.5 Units: Networking Fundamentals
- MILE: Certificate
- Petition for Network/Systems Administration Certificate
- Summer 2025
- 3.5 UNITS
- MAJ: CIS 170F
- 3.5 Units: Advanced Switching and Routing
- Fall 2026
- 17.0 - 17.5 UNITS
- MAJ: CIS 213F
- 3.5 Units: Microsoft Windows Server Administration
- MAJ: CIS 214
- 3.5 Units: Unix and Linux Operating Systems
- MAJ: CIS 170B
- 3.5 Units: Network + Certification
- MAJ: Major Course
- 3.5 Units: Choose a course
- MAJ / GEN: Major Course
- 3.0 - 3.5 Units: Choose a course
- Spring 2026
- 13.0 UNITS
- MAJ: CIS 170H
- 3.0 Units: TCP/IP Fundamentals
- GEN: U.S. History or Government
- 3.0 Units: Choose a course
- GEN: Humanities
- 3.0 Units: Choose a course
- GEN: Proficiency: Health & Wellness
- 1.0 Units: Choose a course
- GEN: Natural Sciences
- 3.0 Units: Choose a course
- MILE: AA Degree
- Petition for Network/Systems Administration AA Degree
Computer and Information Sciences: Network/Systems Administration - Associate of Arts
61.0 - 64.5 units
To ensure that you have sufficient units to graduate (at least 60 semester units/90 quarter units for an associate degree and 120 semester units/180 quarter units for a bachelor's degree), make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
Program Outline
Outline:
Structure:
The program spans six semesters, starting in Summer 2023 and concluding in Spring 2025.
Course Schedule:
Each semester consists of courses from various categories, including major courses, general education courses, and electives.
Individual Modules:
- Major Courses:
- CIS 170E: Router Configurations and Protocol
- CIS 200A: Apple Mac OS Support Essentials
- CIS 170F: Advanced Switching and Routing
- CIS 213F: Microsoft Windows Server Administration
- CIS 214: Unix and Linux Operating Systems
- CIS 170B: Network + Certification
- CIS 170H: TCP/IP Fundamentals
- General Education Courses:
- Proficiency: Mathematics
- English Composition
- U.S. History or Government
- Humanities
- Proficiency: Health & Wellness
Career Paths:
The program prepares students for various careers in the information industry, including:
- Computer Network Architects
- Computer Network Support Specialists
- Computer Programmers
- Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
- Computer Systems Analysts
- Computer User Support Specialists
- Computer and Information Research Scientists
- Database Administrators and Architects
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Other:
- The program offers a microcredential in Network/Systems Administration.
- Students are advised to have previous knowledge recommended as an IT Support Specialist.
- Students can petition for a Network/Systems Administration Certificate or an Associate of Arts Degree in Network/Systems Administration.