Associate Degree in Computer Network Operations

About

Are you interested in solving real-world problems? Do you find processes and systems interesting? Lane’s Computer Network Operations program is a fast-paced, exciting program that will help prepare you for a career within the network operations field. If you’re a problem solver, who likes to work hard and dive deep into the technology that lets computers connect with each other, networking might be for you! With a career in networking, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of technologies, building a specialized career path that fits your interests. While much of your work will be keeping the tech behind the scenes running smoothly, you’ll also need to be able to respond to urgent problems as they arise, ensuring no two days are ever the same. After completing the Computer Network Operating AAS degree, your degree can take you anywhere you want to go. Whether you want to work within Eugene’s Silicon Shire or branch out to Seattle, Portland, or the Silicon Valley, your degree will propel you to new heights. Network Operations graduates have gone on to employment at University of Oregon, EWEB, Oregon Research Institute, Data Logic, Symantec, Peacehealth, Amazon, Oregon Social Learning Center, and more! Networking program alumni have also continued on to schools such as Oregon Institute of Technology and Oregon State University. If you’re interested in earning your four-year degree, our advisors will be able to help you craft an academic plan to map out your options. While you’re earning your Network Operations degree, you’ll also earn the Network Monitoring and Management certificate with no extra classes

Career Path

Graduates career paths includes Network Technician, Network Support Specialist, LAN/WAN Technician, Network Operations Center (NOC) Technician, Wireless Network Technician, IT Support Specialist, Systems Support Technician, Help Desk Analyst, Desktop Support Technician, Field Service Technician, Network Security Technician, Firewall Support Technician, Security Operations Center (SOC) Technician, Information Security Assistant, Computer Systems Installer, Cabling and Infrastructure Technician, Hardware Support Technician, Telecommunications Technician.