Program Overview
This program provides students with a basic foundation in network server administration. Students who success fully complete this college credit certificate are exposed to the competencies included in the following industry certifications: CompTIA’s A+, Network+, and Linux+; Microsoft’s MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate), Windows Server & Desktop.
Requirements for Admission
All requirements must be passed with a minimum grade of C.
For assistance with registration, fill out the the form to get in touch with a program advisor.
Program Cost, Scholarships and Aid
Program Costs Breakdown
Tuition for 24 Credit Hours
- $2,562.48 Florida Residents
- $9,189.60 Non-Florida Residents
Additional Expenses
- Pricing varies for books and laptop
Minimum Recommended Hardware
- Current generation Intel Core Series (i3, i5, i7, i9) or AMD Ryzen equivalent
- 8 GB of RAM or more
- 256 GB hard drive or larger
- Webcam, microphone and speakers
- WiFi or Network (Ethernet) Adapter Card for Broadband - 100/1000Mbps
- Broadband internet connection
- Operating System recommended: Windows 10 or macOS
Scholarships
There are many scholarships available for Santa Fe College students to apply to. Please visit the Scholarships webpage for more information and how to apply.
Financial Aid
There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. Please visit the Financial Aid page for more information and how to apply.
Program Length, Format and Curriculum
Program Core
- CTS1131 Computer Essentials (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1134 Introduction to Networking (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1120 Fundamentals of Information Security (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2327 Windows Desktop (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2328 Windows Server (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2321 Linux Administration (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2322 Linux Administration 2 (3.0 credit hours)
Technology Electives
Choose one from the following:
- CTS2142 IT Project Management (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1132 PC Technician (3.0 credit hours)
- CET1600 Cisco Networking Fundamentals (3.0 credit hours)
- CET2661C Computer and Network Security (3.0 credit hours)
- CET2883C Network Security Advanced (3.0 credit hours)
- CIS2352 Ethical Hacking (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1939 Special Topics (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2939 Special Topics (3.0 credit hours)
Take the Next Step!
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