Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status. Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instructions. All applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency. An admissions interview and entrance essay will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program. Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them.

Program Highlights

This program provides students with the necessary skill and knowledge to plan, install, and provide routine control over and manage exceptional situations in relation to quality communications network services in an information system. It provides in-depth knowledge of evaluating communications hardware, software, and transmission service alternatives against changing business requirements, maintaining links with network suppliers, monitoring network performance, providing support for systems, localizing and rectifying faults in networks and handling non-routine user/customer problems, and providing expertise and practical assistance in delivering service that complies with statutory and other standards, as well as strategic and tactical plans.

Career Opportunities

Recent studies indicate that the demand for skilled IT professionals, particularly Computer and Network Operators, is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. Graduates of this program are prepared to enter a variety of roles in IT support, networking, and systems management. The skills acquired provide a strong foundation for positions in both small businesses and large organizations, ensuring graduates can contribute effectively to maintaining, troubleshooting, and securing IT infrastructure.

• Hardware Installation Coordinator
• Network Administrator
• Network Support Technician
• Network Operator
• Local Area Network (LAN) Administrator
• Local Area Network (LAN) Technician