Computer Networking Degree

The computer networking degree program at Northeast Wisconsin Technical 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer computer networking degrees.

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Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

1000 Campus Dr, Wausau, WI

About
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, located in Green Bay, Wisconsin, was founded in 1912. The school is one of 16 that comprise the Wisconsin Technical College System. The first two campuses were established in Green Bay and Marinette followed by the third campus in Sturgeon Bay in 1941, the three campuses becoming a single institution 1968. The original goal of the school was to provide workforce training for residents within the nine counties that comprise its service area. The school serves over 40,000 students annually and ensures that its programs remain current and relevant through constant review of programs, services and facilities.

Academics
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College offers a large number of programs that allows students to pursue career training or academic transfer programs. Career training programs provide students with an education in a specific area or industry under the supervision of qualified professionals, obtaining the skills and abilities necessary to enter the workforce. Programs are taught through traditional and practical courses, with practical courses simulating real world environments in order to better prepare individuals for their responsibilities and duties. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or associate degree upon completion.

Transfer programs mirror the curriculum of the first two years of a four year education. Once completed the student will apply to a four year institution to continue their education and earn a bachelor's degree. Transfer is facilitated by agreements in place with public Wisconsin institutions that ease the requirements for entry. Individuals applying to private or out of state schools will have varying admissions requirements and should meet with a counselor to discuss curriculum.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• Dental Assistant
• Early Childhood Education
• Paralegal

The school also offers continuing education courses for professionals wishing to review or update their education, or are required to take additional course hours as part of license or certification renewal.

Admissions and Financial Aid
NWTC is an open enrollment institution that allows any individual who is interested to become a student by completing the application for admissions and paying all related fees. Students must be high school graduates or eighteen years of age, and should supply transcripts and test scores if available. Prior to registration students should participate in new student orientation, meet with a counselor and may be required to take a placement exam.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information provided by which will be used by the school's financial aid department to determine the extent of need and aid program eligibility when constructing the student's financial aid packet. Aid must be applied for each academic year in a timely manner. Students may be chosen at random to supply additional tax and financial information which will be compared to the FAFSA in order to verify its accuracy.

Students Enrolled in the Computer Networking Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• 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).