Computer Networking

Bellingham Technical College ETPL
Choose BTC's Computer Network Technology program to train for positions such as network technician, network specialist, network administrator, and network security administrator, or Local Area Network (LAN) technician. Learn how to manage computer networks, troubleshoot and repair computer systems, and design, install, and maintain LANs. Graduates will find employment opportunities with computer support firms or with small-sized to large-sized companies that use computer networks, such as financial institutions, insurance companies, schools and universities, a range of corporations, and federal, state, and local government agencies.

Financial information

Total tuition

$13,296.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Bellingham, Online

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location, Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

18 Months

Length of training

Associate

Award type

100

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

AAS-T

Education Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

Admissions application and assessment testing is required.

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Yes

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certification/license test preparation provided

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%