Computer Networking Degree

The computer networking degree program at Washtenaw 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 Michigan colleges that offer computer networking degrees.

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Washtenaw Community College (Walsh)

3838 Livernois, Troy, MI

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. WCC emphasizes convenience, offering classes seven days a week, at night, and on weekends—it also has agreements with four-year schools throughout Michigan, making transferring easy.

WCC offers more than 100 programs and 1,500 credit and non-credit classes each year, allowing various educational opportunities—whether a student is pursuing a degree or just wanting to update his job skills.

Program Areas:

• Advanced Manufacturing Systems
• Apprenticeship Studies
• Automotive and Motorcycle Technology
• Business and Entrepreneurial Studies
• Child Care Professionals
• Construction Technology
• Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement
• Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management
• Digital Media Arts
• Information Technology
• Music and Performing Arts
• Nursing and Health Science
• Professional Communication
• Transfer and University Parallel Programs

Student services include self-assessment for career planning, as well as professional and personal counseling and academic advisement.  The WCC Career Services department is designed to help students and alumni with job search assistance, as well as help local employers with staffing. Childcare and educational programs are also available for children of WCC students through the WCC Children’s Center.

WCC online course list (http://www.wccnet.edu/academics/classes/online/list/)

Information on transferring to or from WCC can be found on the Transfer resources page (http://www.wccnet.edu/)

Students Enrolled in the Computer Networking Program

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

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (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).