Computer Networking

Bellingham Technical College ETPL
The rapid expansion of the computer industry has generated a growing need for highly skilled workers to repair, network, and support these complex computer systems. Employment of computer networking engineers is expected to increase much faster than average as information technology becomes more sophisticated and organizations continue to adopt and integrate these technologies. The computer networking field requires specialists who continually learn new skills to keep pace with the rapidly changing IT industry. BTC's degrees and certificates in the Computer Networking Program are ideal for students with skillsets and interests in information technology, working with and troubleshooting computers, assisting the public, customer service, and more. Your computer networking career training will help you learn in-demand skills for a rewarding career in the fast-paced world of modern business. Students who complete a Computer Networking Program degree or certificate at Bellingham Technical College will be trained to: Install, configure, and administer an advanced application server and Microsoft Windows network. Design, develop, implement, and document a complex project in computer networking. Demonstrate the ability to apply technical and interpersonal knowledge and skills in professional setting. Design and implement a group project. Demonstrate knowledge in fundamental concepts used by computer networking professionals.

Financial information

Total tuition

$13,296.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Bellingham Technical College, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

18 Months

Length of training

Associate

Award type

100

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

AAS

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

Admissions application and assessment testing is required. 

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

Completion rate

69%

Employment rate

75%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$22.71

Typical (median) annual earnings

$37,943.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

Professional, Scientific, Technical Services

18%

Retail Trade

16%

Education

11%

Transportation and Warehousing

8%

Information

8%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
122
Completion rate
69%
Average number of students who completed each year
41
Gender
Male
86%
Female
14%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
1%
Asian
5%
Black or African American
2%
Hispanic
10%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
72%
Multi-racial
8%
Other
2%
Age
Under 20
5%
20 to 29
55%
30 to 39
28%
40 to 49
6%
50 and over
6%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
19%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
32%
Some college experience, but no degree
28%
Certificate or AA
19%
BA or higher
2%