Get the Skills to Become a Network Support Administrator

Network Support Administrators in an IT server room. — Network Support Administrators play a crucial role in ensuring that an organization’s network is running securely

36-Week^* Network Support Administrator Training Program in British Columbia

Network Support Administrators are a key part of the IT workforce. Professionals in this field are responsible for managing and maintaining an organization’s network systems to ensure optimal performance and security.

If you’re an analytical, detail-oriented person with an interest in technology, Cambria College’s Network Support Administrator program could be an excellent opportunity for you.

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Network Support Administrator Overview

36-Week* Diploma | $65,175 median annual salary**

Expected Job Openings in BC (2023-2033): 4,130**
Graduates hired by information technology (IT) companies, and private & public sectors
Advance into Server Administration, Computer Programming, Systems Analysis and much more!

**https://www.workbc.ca/career-profiles/computer-network-and-web-technicians visited on May 30, 2024. Salary source for computer network and web technicians in British Columbia with lowest 10% earning $48,006 to the highest 10% of workers earning $93,704.

Training to Become a Skilled Network Support Administrator

This Network Support Administrator Diploma program prepares students with the skills to install, manage, and maintain computers and network installations. The program provides hands-on network support services, an understanding of communication and support training, and training on popular operating systems including Microsoft Windows 10 and Microsoft Windows Servers.

In addition to the technology training, students will learn critical learning and problem-solving strategies that will support them in their practicum.

This program is eligible for up to $3,000 in scholarships.

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Course Breakdown

Course No.	Name of Subject	Pre-Requisite	Hours
SFCS100	Strategies for College Success	NA	20
NET110	A+ Technical Hardware (220-1101)	NA	80
NET112	A+ Technical Hardware (220-1102)	NA	80
NET114	Administering Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure (AZ-800)	NA	80
NET116	Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services (AZ-801)	NA	60
NET120	Networking+ Level 1 (N10-008)	NET110, NET112	60
NET122	Networking+ Level 2 (N10-008)	NET110, NET112, NET120	60
NET130	Introduction to Linux Level 1 (XK0-005)	NET110, NET112, NET120, NET122	60
NET132	Introduction to Linux Level 2 (XK0-005)	NET110, NET112, NET120, NET122, NET130	60
NET134	Introduction to Cisco Networks (200-301)	NET110, NET112, NET114, NET116, NET120, NET122, NET126	60
NET136	Advanced Cisco Networks (200-301)	NET110, NET112, NET114, NET116, NET120, NET122, NET126, NET134	60
CS100	Career Employment & Strategies	NA	40

Program Duration

Total Program Hours720	720
Total Program Length (Weeks)	36*

Admissions Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements prior to acceptance into the program:

High School Graduation or equivalent OR mature student status (19 years or older prior to starting the program)
Prior to acceptance applicants must meet at least one of the following language proficiency requirements:
1. Completion of 3 years of full-time secondary education (a combination of Grades 8-12 or BC Adult Graduation program), including English 12 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher from a country where English is one of the principal languages, or
2. Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction, or
3. Provide verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below. Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program.
  1. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: overall score of 5.5 or higher.
  2. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT: overall score of 46 or higher
  3. Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test: overall score of 40 or higher
  4. Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP): minimum score of Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5 and Writing 5
  5. Cambridge English Language: B2 First exam (FCE): overall score of 160 or higher
  6. Pearson Test of English (PTE): overall score of 43 or higher
  7. Duolingo English Test (DTE): overall score of 95 or higher

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be able to:

Support clients or organizations and teams by providing desktop and server support
Administer and implement processes for data backups and recovery systems
Monitor the performance and access of computer systems and networks
Identify organization’s needs, map a plan and implement computer networking systems
Maintain, monitor and troubleshoot diagnostic problems with Linux and Cisco systems
Knowledge surrounding secure Windows Server on-premise and hybrid infrastructures
Implement disaster recovery; migrate servers and workloads; and monitor and troubleshoot Windows Server environments
Deploy and manage networking infrastructure for on-premise and cloud-based environments
Understand and apply IT system and data security policies
Configure remote connectivity, apply access controls, and create shell scripts
Perform basic container operations and analyze storage issues and network resource issues
Project management and proposals for small to medium size IT endeavors
Knowledge surrounding organizational needs for hardware, software, networking, operating systems and various software applications including the installation and ongoing maintenance of these items
Demonstrate basic router configuration modes, a network switch and a static VLAN
In-depth knowledge of Implementing Ethernet LANs, Implementing VLANs & STPs, IPv4 addressing & routing, OSPF’s IPv6’s·and Wireless LANs.

Program Fees

Domestic Students:

Application Fee: $250
Assessment Fee: $100
Tuition: $14,000
Textbooks: $895
Others: $50

Total: $15,295

International Students:

Application Fee: $500
Assessment Fee: $250
Tuition: $22,000
Textbooks: $895
Others: $50

Total: $23,695

Get Certified & Stand Out to Employers

Courses within the program will fully prepare you to write certification exams for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) A+, Network+ and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

Professional certifications can increase your employment opportunities, and put you a step ahead of other job applicants who may not be certified.

Career Opportunities in Network Support

Upon completion of the program, graduates can work as computer network administrators or below occupations list:

Data center operator
Local area network (LAN) administrator
Local area network (LAN) technician
Network administrator
Network support technician
System administrator

Designed to prepare graduates for NOC 2281 & 2282:

Computer Network Technicians
User Support Technicians

This program has been approved by the Private Training Institution Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

This program, along with all other programs at Cambria College, is not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program.

Discover If a Network Support Administrator Career Is Right for You

If you’re interested in learning more about a career as a Network Support Administrator and exploring whether Cambria College is right for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.

For immediate questions, call your nearest Cambria College location today.

Richmond: (604) 242-4000
Surrey: (604) 416-5522
Vancouver: (604) 428-7500
Victoria: (778) 265-7547

*Program length when completed in normal time