Computer Networking and Security Technology: voice: 956.364.4635
fax: 956.364.5164
toll-free: 1.800.852.8784
Department Chair: John Hagle voice: 956.364.4801 fax: 956.364.5164 Email: Computer Networking and Security Technology
Mailing Address: Computer Networking and Security Technology
TSTC Harlingen
1902 North Loop 499
Harlingen, TX 78550
Location: The Computer Networking and Security Technology office is located in the George Young Engineering Technology Building next to the Student Center.
Office Hours: M - F: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat., Sun.: Closed
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Job Outlook
Network Administrators and Network Security Specialists are expected to be among the fastest growing occupations through 2008. In order to maintain a competitive edge and operate more cost effectively, firms will continue to demand computer-networking professionals who are knowledgeable in the latest technologies and can apply technology to meet the needs of business.
Exploding Internet & World Wide Web Technologies
The expanding integration of Internet technologies by businesses has resulted in a rising demand for networking professionals who can develop and support Internet, Intranet and web applications. This translates into a need for computer-networking professionals who can help organizations use technology to communicate with employees, clients and consumers. Explosive growth in these areas is also expected to fuel demand for specialists knowledge in networking security.
What will I learn?
The CNST program will prepare you to become a computer network specialist. The CNST program of study will give you a strong foundation in Operating Systems, Networking, PC Installation & Repair, and Internet Applications. The Program of Study has a "hands-on approach", meaning that every technical course is taught using industry standard equipment with minimal theory.
CNST graduates are successfully employed as:
Network and Computer Systems Administrators or Network Specialists who:
- Design, install, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), network segment, or Internet system.
- Maintain network hardware and software, analyze problems, and monitor the network to ensure availability to system users.
- Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures.
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