Associate of Applied Science│2 Years│63 Credits│Fond du Lac and West Bend Campuses│Eligible for Financial Aid
Learn valuable skills to provide network support at businesses and organizations with the Network Specialist associate degree program from Moraine Park Technical College.
The Network Specialist program prepares students to maintain security and integrity of a company’s network.
Although the duties of a network specialist may vary depending on the organization, students in MPTC’s Network Specialist courses are prepared to provide a wide-range of network needs, including network support, installation, administration and integration.
With instruction based on industry standards and certifications, students learn to implement computer networks and operating systems. A focus is placed on network security and troubleshooting. Integrated technologies are also a major component of this program. Courses in this program align with Checkpoint Secure Academy and help students prepare for the Comp TIA A+ certification and the Comp TIA Network+ certification. Students will earn the Google IT Support Certificate. The curriculum is aligned with industry-recognized standards and prepares students for certification in IT security.
- Implement computer networks.
- Implement client systems.
- Implement server operating systems.
- Implement network security components.
- Develop technical documentation.
- Troubleshoot network systems.
Coursework may be offered in a sequence and time frame to meet the needs of part-time and full-time students.
Potential careers include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Network Analyst
- Network Administrator
- Network Specialist
- Network Manager
- Network Integration Specialist
Statewide Median Salary for Recent Graduates: $42,636
Related programs and careers:
- Applications Support Specialist
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Information Security Certificate
- Mobile Applications Developer Program
- Network Specialist
- Software Developer
- Technical Support Specialist
- Help Desk Support Specialist
- Web Development and Design Specialist Program
- Web Designer/Developer Program
- Web Site Coordinator Certificate
Course requirements are subject to change. Visit our catalog for up-to-date information.
| SEMESTER 1 | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| 103-159 | Computer Literacy – Microsoft Office | 1 |
| 150-107 | IT Fundamentals 1 | 3 |
| 150-108 | IT Fundamentals 2 | 3 |
| 801-136 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
| 890-101 | College 101 | 2 |
| Mathematics Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| SEMESTER 2 | ||
| 150-120 | Microsoft Servers | 3 |
| 150-122 | Virtualization | 3 |
| 154-113 | Help Desk Concepts | 3 |
| 154-116 | Computer Software Support | 3 |
| Social Science Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| SEMESTER 3 | ||
| 150-141 | Computer Network Installation | 3 |
| 150-145 | Active Directory/Group Policy Management | 3 |
| 150-191 | Principles of Information Security | 3 |
| 154-117 | Computer Hardware Support | 3 |
| 801-197 | Technical Reporting | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| SEMESTER 4 | ||
| 150-110 | Cloud Computing | 3 |
| 150-115 | Emerging Innovations in Technology | 3 |
| 150-126 | Internet of Things | 3 |
| 150-130 | IT Administration and Microsoft 365 Administrator | 3 |
| Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| Social Science Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Total Credits | 63 | |
Moraine Park’s admissions starts with the online application. The admissions steps and financial aid process can take 6-8 weeks for some programs, so plan ahead.
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If you have any questions or need help with the process, please contact us at admissions@morainepark.edu OR 920-924-3200, TTY/VP:Use Relay VRS.
Tuition Costs
The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors such as total credits required, textbooks and the financial aid you receive. Some programs have additional costs such as uniforms, technology and equipment.
- $143.45 per credit (resident)
- $215.18 per credit (out-of-state resident)
- Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.
- Please refer to the Tuition & Fee Information for additional enrollment fee information.
Additional Costs
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Credits:
High school dual credit provides high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school, without leaving their high school classroom. The courses are taught by certified high school instructors using technical college curriculum, grading policies and textbooks.
Has previous life experience already helped you build knowledge and skills applicable to your studies? Applying previously earned credits to a program of study can save you both time spent in the classroom and money spent on tuition and fees.
Transferring here is easy! You can transfer in prior college work by submitting official college transcripts or get a free transcript review.
Financial Aid is provided to aid eligible associate degree and technical diploma programs with 28 credits or more. Processing can take 6-8 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received.
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