Computer Networking Degree

The computer networking degree program at Joliet Junior 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 Illinois colleges that offer computer networking degrees.

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Joliet Junior College

1301 S 48th Street, Quincy, IL

Joliet Junior College (JJC) has the privilege of being America’s first public community college. Founded in 1901, JJC had six students that year. Today, it has three campuses and three education centers in Joliet, Romeoville, Frankfort and Morris, and enrolls over 15,000 students every year.

JJC boasts a string of famous alumni, such as: John Cornelius Houbolt, who promoted the Lunar Orbit Rendezvous which was key to man’s moon mission in the 1960s; Curtis J. Crawford, Director at DuPont, the world’s third largest chemicals firm, and CEO of XCEO, Inc.; and, Jeris Pendleton, a free agent football defensive tackle who has played with the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Dallas Cowboys.

JJC offers a wide range of programs for associate degrees and certifications in areas as diverse as Agricultural Business, Swine Management, Criminal Justice Administration, Retail Business Management, Computer Programming, Journalism, Music, Astronomy and Veterinary Medical Technology.

Tuition at JJC runs at about $7,500 per year exclusive of books and other costs. Though more expensive than many other community colleges, JJC offers a range of curriculum and extracurricular activities that not many peer institutions can boast of. Student clubs include organizations for political, professional, recreational, spiritual activities, and there are numerous other extracurricular activities that students can engage in when they’re not preparing for their future careers.

JJC comes highly recommended not only because they are pioneers in community education, but because they actively participate in the educational and economic development of the communities they serve through workforce education and business training.

Students Enrolled in the Computer Networking Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Joliet Junior College has offered the following degree levels for students:

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

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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).