As a technician in the computer network engineering field, you will be on the cutting edge of one of the fastest growing career fields. All types of business and industry are increasingly dependent on networks to exchange information electronically. A flourishing industry has developed to meet this demand. As a trained technician in the field, you will play an important role in delivering these services by designing, installing and maintaining computer networks. The computer network engineering technology program combines courses in both the computing and electronic fields to prepare you for your career.

What You’ll Learn

  • Provide technical support and assistance to end-users
  • Set up and configure applications to run on the network
  • Design, install, configure and operate local area networks and wide area networks
  • Evaluate the costs and benefits of competing networking configurations
  • Diagnose network problems and provide maintenance at the board and component level

What You’ll Earn

  • The flexibility to work in a variety of employment settings
  • The potential to advance in your field due to your education
  • Experts in the field of network engineering technology are in high demand
  • Your specialized knowledge will make you an important member of any organization
  • Technicians in this field often receive steady salary increases as they gain experience

You’ll Succeed

  • More than half of all new jobs created require education beyond high school.
  • Employees with degrees have better chances for promotion.
  • Associate degree holders generally earn 30 percent more than high school graduates (according to the U.S. Department of Commerce, Census Bureau).
  • College credit or advanced placement may be given for relevant work experience.
  • Many credits from an associate degree can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree.

You can enroll in the Computer Network Engineering Technology Program on either a full-time or part-time basis. The length of time required to complete an associate degree depends on the number of courses you take each semester. Some students may need refresher courses at the basic or
pre-tech level; others may receive transfer credit or test out of courses.

Delaware Tech operates on a semester system with new sessions beginning in late August and mid-January plus summer sessions beginning at the end of May and in mid-June. You can start taking courses any semester or summer session; however, all courses may not be offered every session. Counselors and advisors are available to help you schedule your courses.

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