Computers are the "brain center" of today's business and industrial operations.

As a computer network and system technician, you are the essential go-to, fix-it professional who knows network infrastructure, operating systems, security and PC hardware and software.

The Illinois Department of Employment Security ranks Computer Support Specialist as the number two career with the most annual job openings for graduates with associate degrees.

L&C helps you get your foot in the door with an Associate in Applied Science degree. With our AAS, you'll have a rock-solid background with some of the latest technologies such as Windows Server, Novell Netware, UNIX/Linux, PC hardware, network security and Cisco routers. We also offer a number of certificates in this field.

After graduation, you can pursue occupations in areas such as computer hardware, network installation, network administration and systems engineering.

See the catalog for the course and degree information
*This is only meant as a guide. Please see an advisor when planning your courses.

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If you would like more information about this program, please contact the Enrollment Center at (618) 468-2222 or enroll@lc.edu

Offerings

  • Associate in Applied Science (AAS) | Information Technology
  • Certificate of Completion (CC) | Cybersecurity
  • Certificate of Completion (CC) | Network Administration
  • Certificate of Completion (CC) | Network Infrastructure
  • Certificate of Completion (CC) | PC and LAN Servicing
  • 30 and Out option

Career Information

*Please note that data shared in this section is provided by Lightcast and is estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LC, and there is no guarantee of employment. LC advises you to rely on your own due diligence when choosing a field of study.