Network and Computer System Administrator (AAS) is an Associate Of Applied Science (AAS) program (Hybrid) offered by Lone Star College in Houston, TX. The program takes 60 credit hours to complete, with a total tuition of $6,660.
Program Overview
- The Network and Computer System Administrator program teaches students both Cisco and Microsoft skills, preparing for job opportunities in a broad area of network technology.
- Program Highlights
- Students will construct and manage local area network services using Microsoft Windows workstations and remote or cloud-based Microsoft servers using Microsoft Azure technology.
- Credentials and Career
- Students can pursue one of two concentrations or tracks: the Cisco Network Analyst Level 1 Certificate or the Network and Computer System Administrator Basic Level 1 Certificate. Both tracks allow students to progress into the Level 2 Network and Computer Administrator Advanced Certificate and ultimately pursue the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Networking. Completing the Cisco Network Analyst Level 1 Certificate also prepares students to begin the process of obtaining Cisco certification, while the Level 2 and AAS pathways equip students with advanced skills and credentials for careers in networking and systems administration.
- Students will gain hands-on skills in basic network design, network management, network automation, network security and device management. Upon successful completion of this program, students will have the necessary background to take one or more of the following exams: CompTIA A+
- Cisco CCNA
- Microsoft Workstation
- Microsoft Azure industry certifications
- Transferability
- General education courses (Core) are designed for easy transfer to Texas public institutions and applicable to requirements at private and out-of-state institutions.
- Technical coursework may be transferable to other institutions.
- Please consult with a program advisor for more information about transferability.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
School Information
Campus Location
LSC-North Harris
2700 W.W. Thorne Drive
Houston, TX 77073
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Schedule
- Prerequisite: Completion of Network and Computer Administrator Advanced Certificate, Level 2 Certificate (45 Credit Hours)
- This award requires 60 credit hours in total; the course list below is the 15 credit hours specific to it.
- Lone Star College reports 1776 contact hours for this award.
- Lone Star College publishes 2 curriculum paths to this award: Cisco Network Analyst Track, Network and Computer System Administrator Track. Courses shared by every path are listed once; courses that belong to one path are labelled with it.
- Where the course list shows "Choose N credit hours", those courses are the options for one elective slot, not additional requirements.
Program Notes
- Students who are classified as First Time in College (FTIC) will complete EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework: First Year Experience.
- Students who are not classified as First Time in College (FTIC) and have not yet demonstrated college-level readiness in reading and writing, will complete EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework: First Year Experience.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Total Program Tuition
≈ $6,660
- Tuition shown is the in-district rate of $111.00 per credit hour for 60 credit hours.
- Out-of-district Texas residents pay $249.00 per credit hour ($14,940.00); international and out-of-state students pay $313.00 per credit hour ($18,780.00).
- Lab fees vary by course and liability insurance, uniforms and supplies vary by program, so Lone Star College publishes no all-in total for this award. Tuition above excludes them.
- Financial aid and payment plans are available to most students.
- Application fee: none. Lone Star College applications are free.
School Information
Campus Location
LSC-North Harris
2700 W.W. Thorne Drive
Houston, TX 77073
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Ready to get started?
Apply to Network and Computer System Administrator (AAS) at LSC-North Harris.