Information Technology

The Information Technology Programs at Glen Oaks will prepare students for various roles in the Information Technology (IT) industry including computer networking, repair, and helpdesk. Glen Oaks offers both Associates in Applied Science and Certificate programs, and the programs cover the objectives for several industry certifications including: A+, Network+, Linux+, Security+, Cisco Certified Network Administrator, Microsoft Certified IT Professional, and Microsoft Office Specialist.

Topics Covered

  • Operating Systems
  • Cisco Networking
  • Visual Basic, Java

  • Computer Repair
  • Microsoft Networking

  • Wireless LANs
  • HTML 5


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Employment & Wage Outlook 2016 - 2026

Employment Outlook 2016 2026 Percent Change Projected Annual Job Openings
United States
Network and Computer Systems Administrators 391,300 415,300 +6% 24,000
Computer Network Support Specialists 198,800 215,200 +8% 16,400
Michigan
Network and Computer Systems Administrators 9,390 9,950 +6% 650
Computer Network Support Specialists 5,740 6,330 +10.3% 490
Wages Pay Period Low Median High
United States 2017
Network and Computer Systems Administrator Yearly $49,830 $81,100 $130,200
Computer Network Support Specialist Yearly $36,960 $62,340 $105,230
Michigan 2017
Network and Computer Systems Administrator Yearly $48,360 $74,690 $112,930
Computer Network Support Specialist Yearly $32,390 $55,290 $91,230

Available Programs

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For more information you can call 269-467-9945, 1-888-994-7818, or you can contact the Admissions Department.

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