Waukesha County Technical College
Network Enterprise Administrator

Network Enterprise Administrator

Program Information

Degree Type

28-credit Technical Diploma

Program Code

31-150-4

Time to Degree

1 year

Start Date

August / January / June

How You'll Learn

Hybrid

Daytime

Evening

Program OverviewApplication DeadlinesProgram Cost

Computer networks are a critical part of almost every organization and affect our daily lives. Network enterprise administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operations and security of these networks. Gain valuable hands-on experience in computer hardware, Cisco networking, Microsoft and Linux operating systems, virtualization/storage technologies and security system hardening techniques.

Deadlines To Know*

Fall 2024 Start

  • Application Opens: September 1, 2023
  • Application Deadline: August 5, 2024

Spring 2025 Start

  • Application Opens: April 1, 2024
  • Application Deadline: January 10, 2025

Summer 2024 Start

  • Application Opens: September 1, 2023
  • Application Deadline: June 3, 2024

* Submit all checklist items by the application deadline. Apply early; deadlines are subject to change based on program demand.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how your program is delivered, how long it takes to finish your program and the financial aid you receive. Explore current tuition and fees.

Additional Estimated Costs

  • Any laptop with at least i5 CPU, 16GB memory and 500GB disk space
  • 500GB SSD external hard drive

How To Apply

Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an Enrollment Counselor.

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Program Details

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Outreach team by filling out our online form or by email at outreach@wctc.edu.

If you are a good communicator, enjoy solving problems, are skilled at multi-tasking and have strong analytical skills, the challenging world of network enterprise administration may be for you. Those in this field are constantly learning new technologies as software, hardware, data storage systems and security programs continue to change and evolve.

  • Applications Support Analyst
  • Assistant Network Administrator
  • Network Analyst

This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >

$54,700 – $76,400 annually

Salary range estimates based on wages for related occupations in Waukesha County as reported by Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI). Individual wages may vary based on experience, industry, location and specific job requirements.

Check the WCTC Graduate Success Report to view our graduates’ entry wages.

As a program student, you are eligible to receive:

  • Financial aid loans
  • Scholarships
  • Other forms of assistance

Learn more about financial aid.

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Career Pathway

What Makes This Program Unique?

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This technical diploma is designed for individuals who already have some industry or educational experience and are looking to strengthen their existing technical skill set.

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Gain hands-on experience configuring servers, switches and routers.

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Prepare yourself to take multiple industry certification exams.

Network Enterprise Administrator

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Earn credit for prior learning for the college-level knowledge and skills that you've already acquired through advanced high school classes, previous ollege coursework, self-study, military training work or volunteer experience.

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WCTC has credit transfer agreements with many four-year institutions that allow our degree graduates to transfer credits into a baccalaureate program, often at junior-level standing.

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