Information Technology - Network Management Option

The Information Technology – Network Management degree option at GTCC is designed to provide you information and skills using network devices and technology to manage computer networks. With the world becoming more mobile, skills are vital to connect, secure, and maintain networks to transmit information.

This degree focuses on network protocols, technologies, and devices used to manage networks. Coursework focuses on managing and maintaining Cisco devices, network security, and maintaining Windows and Linux operating systems. Courses prepare you for the Cisco ICND1, ICND2, and CCNA certification exams as well as MCP from Microsoft.

Credentialing Options

Frequently Asked Questions

You will need to follow the general enrollment process for GTCC. During the advising process, you can tell your advisor which option you want to study within this curriculum. Your advisor will help you sign up for the specific courses you need.

Ralph Argiento, Department Chair, Computer Technologies
336-334-4822, ext. 50013
rsargiento@gtcc.edu

Kory Knowles, Instructor
336-334-4822, ext. 50022
kknowles@gtcc.edu

Yes. Financial aid is available if you qualify. Please visit the Financial Aid web page or contact the Financial Aid office at 336-334-4822, option 3.

No. All software needed to complete this degree is free to students. You will learn to use several professional network operating systems and network monitoring and maintenance applications during the completion of this degree. These are standard in the industry.

You will need a PC running the Windows operating system. An Apple brand computer running the MacOS operating system may not support some of the software you are required to use. If using a Mac, please ensure you can dual boot to Windows or use a virtualization application (such as Virtual Box, VMware, Parallels, etc.) for Windows applications.

Yes. This program is offered entirely online as part of our Online Learning Program. It is also available at our Jamestown Campus.

Maybe. We will evaluate each course you completed at other academic institutions to ensure the currency and relevance of the credit applied. Also, we will assess your current certifications to see if and how they can be applied to your degree plan. 

Several courses include industry skills and standards in the delivery. Concepts from the Microsoft Server; CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and Server+; Cisco ICND1, ICND2, and CCNA certifications are included in the courses. Although this does not guarantee your success in passing the certification exams, practice tests and study plans are provided to measure your readiness.