COMPUTER AND NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY
Associate in Science
Program Details
The Computer and Network Technology program builds a solid foundation in computer and networking theory and applications. The training includes copper, fiber optics and wireless network infrastructure, computer and networking hardware, desktop and server operating systems, computer security, cloud computing, and computer and network diagnostic tools. The goal of the degree is to provide broad training that will prepare a student to install, configure, troubleshoot, and administrate all types of computers and network hardware and associated operating systems. Each course in the program is aligned with industry certification objectives including CompTIA A+, Server+, Security+, Cisco Network Academy, and Cloud Computing.
COMPUTER AND NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY Pathways
Pathways listed below are for the catalog year 2026-2027. Maps for previous years are available on each pathway page. What is a catalog year?
Featured Careers
Find your calling. Explore high-earning careers with entry-level data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Computer and Information Research Scientists
Bachelor's degree, Doctoral degree
- Job growth: Rising
- Low salary: 80,670
- High salary: 232,120
- Average salary: 140910
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Bachelor's degree, Some college
- Job growth: Rising
- Low salary: 104,450
- High salary: 0
- Average salary: 171200
Computer Network Architects
Bachelor's degree, Certificate after high school
- Job growth: Rising
- Low salary: 79,520
- High salary: 198,030
- Average salary: 130390
All Careers in COMPUTER AND NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY (16)
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | Bachelor's degree, Some college | Rising | 171,200 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Research Scientists | Bachelor's degree, Doctoral degree | Rising | 140,910 |
| Database Architects | Bachelor's degree, Master's degree | Rising | 135,980 |
| Data Warehousing Specialists | Bachelor's degree | Rising | 135,980 |
| Software Developers | - n/a | Rising | 133,080 |
| Computer Network Architects | Bachelor's degree, Certificate after high school | Rising | 130,390 |
| Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | - n/a | Rising | 130,390 |
| Information Security Analysts | Bachelor's degree, Certificate after college | Rising | 124,910 |
| Database Administrators | Bachelor's degree | Rising | 104,620 |
| Computer Systems Analysts | Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree | Rising | 103,790 |
| Health Informatics Specialists | Master's degree, Bachelor's degree | Rising | 103,790 |
| Computer Programmers | Bachelor's degree | Declining | 98,670 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree | Declining | 96,800 |
| Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Master's degree, Doctoral degree | Rising | 96,690 |
| Computer Network Support Specialists | Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree | Rising | 73,340 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | Bachelor's degree, Certificate after high school | Stable | 60,340 |
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Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.
- Apply fundamental principles of mathematics, physics and electronics to computer and networking theory and problem solving.
- Develop broad based fundamental technical skill sets that will allow the technician to adapt to many jobs and changing requirements of industry.
- Display traits of hard work, self-motivation, personal integrity, and positive attitude that will contribute to the success of the project and the company.
- Utilize theory and basic skill sets for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting relevant applications and specific technologies needed to support local industries.