Network and Systems Administrator Advanced Certificate (Winter/Spring 2025 intakes)
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Specialization: Network and Systems Administrator Advanced Certificate (Fall 2023 onward)
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Introduction to Computer Systems
This course introduces students to the essentials of computer hardware and software. Students acquire essential beginner-level computer knowledge and skills that set them up for success in this program and their IT careers.
Course Code: NSA-500
Course Requirements: NoneHours: 90
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Networking and IT Essentials
The course teaches the fundamentals of networking. It covers how devices communicate on a network, network addressing and network services, how to build a home network and configure basic security, the basics of configuring Cisco devices, and testing and troubleshooting network problems.
Course Code: NSA-110
Course Requirements: Introduction to Computer SystemsHours: 90
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Introduction to Programming Using Python
Students will learn the basics of programming using the Python Programming Language. Students will solve problems, explore real-world software development challenges, and create practical and contemporary applications.
Course Code: NSA-120
Course Requirements: Introduction to Computer SystemsHours: 55
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Technical Writing and Documentation I
This course is designed to equip Cybersecurity professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the initiation and planning phases of managing a project. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, participants will dive deep into understanding how organizational factors influence project success, from the initial development of business cases to the detailed identification of project characteristics. Participants will gain hands-on experience in constructing a project team, developing essential initiation documents including a project charter, and formulating a robust communication plan. This course also covers the critical components of project architecture, exploring the processes, tools, methodologies, and resources vital for achieving project objectives.
Course Code: TBD
Course Requirements: NoneHours: 20
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Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
Students will learn how to manage Microsoft Azure subscriptions, secure identities, administer the infrastructure, configure virtual networking, connect Microsoft Azure and on-premises sites, manage network traffic, implement storage solutions, create and scale virtual machines, implement web apps and containers, back up and share data, and monitoring solutions.
Course Code: NSA-530
Course Requirements: Networking and IT EssentialsHours: 42
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Microsoft Azure Administration
Students will design and implement solutions that run on Microsoft Azure, with applications in computing, networking, storage and security.
Course Code: NSA-540
Course Requirements: Microsoft Azure FundamentalsHours: 84
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CCNA I: Introduction to Networks
The first course in the 3-course CCNA series. The focus of this course is on learning the fundamentals of networking. Students will learn the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding basic networking.
Students understand how networks operate and how to build simple local area networks (LAN), perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement Internet Protocol (IP).
Course Code: NSA-600
Course Requirements: Networking and IT EssentialsHours: 84
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CCNA II: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials
The second course in the 3-course CCNA series. This course focuses on learning the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches for advanced functionality using best security practices and resolve common issues with protocols in IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
Course Code: NSA-610
Course Requirements: CCNA I: Introduction to NetworksHours: 96
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CCNA III: Enterprise Networking, Security & Automation
The third course in the 3-course CCNA series. Students will learn architecture, components, operations, and network security to scale for large, complex networks, including wide area network (WAN) technologies. The course emphasizes network security concepts and introduces network virtualization and automation. Students learn how to configure, troubleshoot, and secure enterprise network devices and understand how application programming interfaces (API) and configuration management tools enable network automation.
Course Code: NSA-620
Course Requirements: Introduction to Programming Using Python,CCNA II: Switching, Routing, and Wireless EssentialsHours: 96
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Redhat Linux I
This course equips students with fundamental Linux® administration skills by focusing on foundational Linux concepts and core tasks. Students will learn to apply command-line concepts and enterprise-level tools, opening a pathway to becoming full-time Linux system administrators.
Course Code: NSA-560
Course Requirements: Networking and IT EssentialsHours: 84
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Microsoft 365 Messaging
Students will gain knowledge of Microsoft 365 capabilities, the skills required to better understand the benefits of adopting cloud services, the basics of a Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud model, and the value of implementing Microsoft 365 cloud services.
Course Code: NSA-570
Course Requirements: Microsoft Azure FundamentalsHours: 96
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CompTIA Server+
Students will gain hands-on skills required of IT professionals who install, manage and troubleshoot servers in data centers as well as on-premise and hybrid environments. The course is vendor-neutral and not restricted to a single platform thus applications at the administrator level are valid in any environment because it is the only certification not restricted to a single platform. The course covers essential hardware and software technologies of on-premise and hybrid server environments including high availability, cloud computing and scripting.
Course Code: NSA-580
Course Requirements: Networking and IT EssentialsHours: 96
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CompTIA Security+
This course establishes the core knowledge required for any cybersecurity role through practical problem-solving skills required to assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions, monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, and IoT. Students will also learn how to operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance and identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents.
Course Code: NSA-550
Course Requirements: CCNA III: Enterprise Networking, Security & AutomationHours: 84
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Network and Systems Administrator Capstone
Troubleshooting hardware, software, and network problems are one of the most challenging challenges students face. Students will collaborate on a group project to simulate a comprehensive enterprise network based on the skills learned in previous courses to develop these skills. Students will then be required to troubleshoot and repair simulated network problems based on best practices.
Course Code: NSA-630
Course Requirements: Introduction to Computer Systems,Networking and IT Essentials,Introduction to Programming Using Python,Technical Writing and Documentation I,Microsoft Azure Fundamentals,Microsoft Azure Administration,CCNA I: Introduction to Networks,CCNA II: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials,CCNA III: Enterprise Networking, Security & Automation,Redhat Linux I,Microsoft 365 Messaging,CompTIA Server+,CompTIA Security+Hours: 42
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