Computer Networking Degree

The computer networking degree program at Howard 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 Maryland colleges that offer computer networking degrees.

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Howard Community College

401 Rosemont Ave, Frederick, MD

History
Howard Community College, located in Columbia, Maryland, was founded in 1966 and is the fourteenth of Maryland's sixteen community colleges, two year institutions that serve the local community and offer a variety of resources and programs for educational and career advancement. HCC serves the residents of Howard County and nearby outlying areas. The school's first classes were offered in 1970, to just over 600 students, a number today that exceeds over 28,000 a year. The school motto is “You can get there from here” and prides itself as a starting point for students' postsecondary educations and careers. The mission of the school is to provide pathways for students to achieve their goals. HCC continues to add structures and update facilities as part of its ongoing mission to provide the best education possible, to that end the school is perpetually examining its program offerings, updating them as necessary and adding new programs as needed.


Academics
HCC offers associate's degrees and vocational certificates as well as programs designed to assist students in transferring to four year institutions. HCC serves over 28,000 students annually (some 10,000 of which pursued degree or career programs) and provides a wide variety of programs and courses for every educational need. Career and technical programs provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the workforce immediately after graduation. Such students will be able to complete duties and tasks professionally thanks to a combination of classroom and practical educations. Academic programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education at low cost, and upon completion transfer to a four year institution where they may complete a bachelor's degree.


Programs offered include:

• Liberal Arts
• Business Administration
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Environmental Science
• Early Childhood Development

Individuals may also take non-credit courses which allows the exploration of personal interests and adult education courses which invites individuals who may not have completed their education to return to school and do so.


Admissions and Financial Aid
Applying to HCC requires students to fill out the standard application form and submit it to the Office of Admissions and Advising along with $25.00 dollars. application and fee and a prospective student must simply fill out the one that is appropriate for him or her. As an open enrollment school, any students who meets the minimum standards for entry will be accepted and allowed to register for classes. Some programs, such as nursing, may require a different


Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, and work study programs. Students in need of aid must complete the various forms and supply documentation as noted within those materials to be considered for aid. The most important of these applications is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used to determine eligibility and awards. Scholarships may also be available, often requiring a separate application and awarded for reasons unique to the scholarship. HCC also provides an online financial aid resource through their website outlining the various scholarships, grants and loans available to Maryland students and how to apply for them.

Students Enrolled in the Computer Networking Program

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

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

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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).