Computer Networking Degree

The computer networking degree program at Coffeyville Community College enables students to learn the design, implementation, and management of computer systems, peripherals, and associated software in a networking setting to help maximize efficiency and productivity. Students who graduate from the computer networking degree program may choose career paths as network specialists, including engineers and managers. Courses include operating systems and applications, design and analysis, networking theory and solutions, types of networks, and network management and control. Get more details below including other Kansas colleges that offer computer networking degrees.

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Coffeyville Community College

2221 Campus Dr, Concordia, KS

About
Coffeyville Community College, located in Coffeyville, Kansas, was established in 1923 and is among the first of such schools to be formed in the state. The school has maintained ties with the University of Kansas and other regent schools, developing courses and curriculums in conjunction with those schools. The school became part of the State System of Public Junior Colleges in 1965. The school has gone through several name changes, receiving its current name in 1980. In 2001 the school was merged with Southeast Kansas Area Vocational Technical School, expanding its offerings and service area further.

Academics
Coffeyville Community College offers a variety of programs and services aimed at meeting the needs of its residents. Academic transfer programs fulfill the first two years of a four year education, allowing students to obtain the credits at low cost followed by transfer to a four year institution, particularly Kansas Regent schools, to earn a bachelor's degree. Career training programs provide students with an education in a particular field or industry, developing the skills and abilities necessary to enter the workforce as qualified professionals. Programs take between one and two years to complete and confer an associate degree or certificate upon completion.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• History
• Chemistry
• Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy

Admissions and Financial Aid
Coffeyville Community College is an open enrollment institution that allows any interested individual to enroll by completing the application for admission and paying all accrued fees. Students should supply standardized test scores and transcripts if available. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor prior to registration in order to discuss program enrollment and curriculum. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships which are awarded based on need as determined by the information provided by the student on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year.

Students Enrolled in the Computer Networking Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Coffeyville Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Informatics Nurse Specialists

Description

Apply knowledge of nursing and informatics to assist in the design, development, and ongoing modification of computerized health care systems. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the implementation of the health care system.

Information Security Analysts

Description

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

Computer Network Architects

Description

Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.

Computer Network Support Specialists

Description

Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).