Network System Administrator I
Certificate Computer Applications · Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
System Administration Level I certificate is designed to prepare students for a career in the computer networking field. The certificate offers a set of necessary classes that prepare students to design, implement, and manage the heterogeneous corporate networks. The network administration courses emphasize network operating systems, network infrastructure and data communications. Students will acquire the skills to install and administer a Windows network, Virtualization, Active Directory, file system security, DNS, DHCP, and Linux Networking. Students will be introduced to use of routers, switches, network infrastructure, access control list, Virtual LAN (VLAN) and VLAN routing. Individual courses will help students prepare for related industry certification exams such as A+, Network+, Microsoft Server Certification, Linux+, Red Hat RHCSA. Upon completion of this certificate, career opportunities for students include entry-level and mid-management positions in Network Administration. This course was specifically created for the Local Aerospace and Defense Industry.
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: Complete all of the following | 19 | |
| CA 107 | Microcomputer Hardware and Software Support | 4 |
| CA 151 | Microcomputer Operating System | 3 |
| CA 153 | Windows Installation and System Support | 3 |
| CA 157 | Introduction to Linux | 3 |
| CA 171 | Introduction to Networking | 3 |
| CA 175 | Administering Windows Server | 3 |
Recommended Pathway
Recommended Sequence of Classes
Term 1 (10 units)
- CA151 - Microcomputer Operating System (3)
- CA153 - Windows Installation and System Support (3)
- CA107 - Microcomputer Hardware and Software Support (4)
Term 2 (9 units)
- CA171 - Introduction to Networking (3)
- CA175 - Administering Windows Server (3)
- CA157 - Introduction to Linux (3)