Frequently Asked Questions
Computer Network and System Administration graduates are hands-on problem solvers. They fill a critical need in business and industry as supervisors and managers who possess a combination of technical and managerial backgrounds. The ability of Tech graduates to contribute on the job from day one increases their value while providing them professionally rewarding careers with significant potential for advancement. Here are questions asked by many future students:
The Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Network and System Administration (CNSA) prepares students for computer information technology industry areas such as network engineering, security engineering, and systems administration. Computer Network and System Administration is one of the largest and most rapidly developing technical fields, resulting in an ever-increasing demand for graduates.
The CNSA program differs from the traditional computer programs such as Computer Science (CS) and Computer Information Science (CIS). Although the CNSA program, similar to CS and CIS, offers courses that encompass programming, security, Linux administration, etc., the CSNA program offers a more defined, hands-on approach that helps students solidify the conceptual framework of course material through dedicated labs that utilize techniques and equipment that are relevant to industry. In addition, CNSA students are exposed to a wider variety of technology due to their need to excel in multiple layers of computer network and security.
In preparation for a degree in technology, the high school student should take at least three years of math and as much science, English and communications as possible. In addition, practical, hands-on courses and at least one year of hands-on computer experience is strongly recommended.
- Average high school GPA: 3.50
- Average ACT: Composite 25.1
- English 23.7
- Math 26.2
- Undergraduate enrollment: 131
- Faculty: 6
- Average class size: 16
- Average lab size: 12
- Courses with labs: 18 of 19
- Credit hours required: 127
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