Computer Networking Degree

The computer networking degree program at Robert Morris University Illinois 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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Robert Morris University Illinois

Also known as Robert Morris College

One College Park, Decatur, IL

Robert Morris University Illinois, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Chicago, IL, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Robert Morris University Illinois is nearly four thousand per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs RMC offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Personal And Culinary Services
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Computer And Information Sciences

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. This school has an admissions rate of 33 percent of which only 87 percent chose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is approximately $24,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $8,900 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

RMC offers several athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)

Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and much more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.robertmorris.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Computer Networking Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Robert Morris University Illinois offers an associate's degree program in computer networking.

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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).