| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
Computer Networking Technician
Certificate
School of Computing and Digital Innovation
Overview
Computer networking technicians are called “network mechanics” because of their ability to solve problems in all kinds of network environments. Since just about every business depends on computer networks, computer networking technicians can find job opportunities in every sector. Your job might involve IT infrastructure support and service, information systems, network or systems administration.
Career and Salary Information
Your Career
Computer networking technicians work in computer-related support positions in just about every sector. Graduates are working in network administration, computer programming, hardware, applications and systems analysis and design. You might start your career as an IT analyst, help desk analyst, system support specialist, systems administrator, network support or network administrator.
Potential Careers
- Computer network technician | Computer network & web technicians (22220)
- Network support analyst | Computer network & web technicians (22220)
- Help desk technician | User support technicians (22221)
Admissions
Admission Requirements
- Grade 12 with Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 30 or Foundations of Math 20 or Pre-Calculus 20*
- English Language Requirement
Previous Saskatchewan mathematics requirement also accepted:
- Math A30
Alternative Admission
Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through an alternative admission assessment. Applicants are automatically considered for alternative admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met.
ACCUPLACER
- 250 Arithmetic
- 247 Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics
- 250 Reading
- 245 Writing
Post-secondary
Some programs allow applicants to meet the admission grade level requirement using 15 approved post-secondary credits. Review additional information.
If the program applied to has specific course requirements, they may be met through alternative post-secondary courses. Review already approved courses that may be used for admission purposes for your programs.
Admission Method
First Qualified/First Admitted
The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.
Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.
Tuition and Fees
Estimates are based on current rates and are subject to change. Amounts for a program may vary by campus. Totals shown here include all mandatory fees as well as approximate cost for books and supplies.
Academic Year
$6,820
International Students
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Courses
Semester 1
- CNET-113: A+ Cisco IT Essentials 1 (4 credits)
- CNET-114: A+ Cisco IT Essentials 2 (4 credits)
- CNET-115: CISCO Network Associate 1A (4 credits)
- CNET-116: CISCO Network Associate 1B (4 credits)
- CNET-117: CISCO Network Associate 2A (4 credits)
- CNET-121: Programming with Python (4 credits)
- INDG-100: Introduction to Indigenous Studies (1 credit)
Total semester credits: 25
Semester 2
- CNET-112: Managing Modern Desktops (3 credits)
- CNET-118: CISCO Network Associate 2B (4 credits)
- CNET-119: CISCO Network Associate 3A (4 credits)
- CNET-120: CISCO Network Associate 3B (4 credits)
- COOS-101: LINUX+ (4 credits)
- CSRV-103: Windows Server Administration (4 credits)
- TCOM-105: Communications for Technicians (2 credits)
Total semester credits: 25
Semester 3
- COAP-104: CCNA Cybersecurity Operations (4 credits)
- CPMG-100: Information Technology Project Management (2 credits)
Total semester credits: 6
Get Credit for What You Know
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
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Student Awards
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Saskatchewan Polytechnic offers student awards for every certificate and diploma program at every campus. Not all student awards are based on marks - some are based on financial need or things like community or volunteer involvement.
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