IT Network Technician
The IT Network Technician Technical Diploma is designed to give the student the skills necessary to support Local Area Networks. With this diploma the student will be able to manage, configure and troubleshoot common network infrastructure issues, to include network switching, IP routing, IP services, network device security, and acquire a solid foundation in IP addressing.
Program Outline
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 1015110500 | Digital Literacy with Cyber SecurityDescriptionThis course will cover identifying and differentiating between major computer components, Microsoft Windows operating system and application operations, computing environment issue troubleshooting, making connections between office network devices, file management, and basic cybersecurity threats and best practices. |
1.00 |
| 1015011400 | Network+ FundamentalsDescriptionThis course explores network cabling and hardware devices, switching and routing, security, addressing, Ethernet and wireless, LANs and WANs, operations and management, and optimization and troubleshooting. |
3.00 |
| 1015015000 | Windows ClientDescriptionThis course explores enterprise client operating system installation, configuration, performance, access, management, and protection. Prerequisite: 1015414000 A Plus Computer Essentials (C or better). |
3.00 |
| 1015018000 | Windows Hybrid Server Core InfrastructureDescriptionThis course explores enterprise server operating system on-premises server, cloud and Azure concepts, IP address management, DNS implementation, Active Directory, Group Policy, hybrid server and workload management, storage and file service managment, virtualization and containers, and network connectivity. Prerequisites: 1015011400 Network Plus Fundamentals (C or better) and 1015015000 Windows Client (C or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed). |
3.00 |
| 1015414000 | A+ Computer EssentialsDescriptionThis course explores computer hardware, operating systems, software, networking, troubleshooting, virtualization, and security concepts. |
3.00 |
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 1080412300 | Math with Business ApplicationsDescriptionCovers real numbers, basic operations, linear equations, proportions with one variable, percent, simple interest, compound interest, annuity, applying math concepts to the purchasing/buying/selling processes, and basic statistics with business and consumer applications. Prerequisite: Accuplacer Algebra score >=35 or ACT Mathematics score >=18. |
3.00 |
| 1015013000 | CCNA Networking 1DescriptionThis course explores enterprise networking concepts, Cisco devices, IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, switching, and IPv4 and IPv6 routing. Prerequisite: 1015011400 Network Plus Fundamentals (C or better). |
3.00 |
| 1015014500 | CCNA Networking 2DescriptionThis course explores enterprise networking wireless networks, WAN implementation, advanced switching, access control lists (ACLs), management, security, and cyptography. Prerequisite: 1015013000 CCNA Networking 1 (C or better). better). |
3.00 |
| 1015114000 | IT SecurityDescriptionThis course explores the threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities to an organization’s devices, applications, and infrastructure throughout the enterprise. Tools, techniques, and technologies will further the exploration that help assess, secure, and monitor organizational assets as well as respond, investigate, and recover from incidents. |
3.00 |
At A Glance
How You'll Learn
Online Classes
Flexible Pace
Summer 2026 Start Date
May 18 - Summer Term Start
June 15 - Additional Term Start for Select Courses
Fall 2026 Start Dates
August 31 - 16-Week Fall Term Start
October 26 - Additional 8-Week Term Start for Select Courses
Spring 2027 Start Dates
January 11 - 16-Week Spring Term Start
March 15 - Additional 8-Week Term Start for Select Courses
Program Tuition*
$4,092
Books & Supplies*
$172
*Total cost for degree completion is estimated by current course requirements, books, and supplies. Tuition and fees are set by the Wisconsin Technical College System and subject to change.
Financial Aid Eligible
Potential Indirect Costs
You may experience these additional costs, not charged by Nicolet, estimated based on length of program.
What You'll Learn
- Support basic computer networks
- Support client systems
- Utilize network operating systems
- Apply basic IT security principles
Your Potential Careers
- Network Specialist
- Network Administrator
Median Annual Salary
| $60,499 | $62,443 | $62,839 |
| Local | State | National |
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