What Can You Do with a Diploma in Computer and Network Technology?

by PCI

April 25, 2022

Porter and Chester Institute (PCI) offers a Computer and Network Technology program that can be completed 100% online in as few as 12 months. Graduates earn a diploma and will receive a laptop, books/eBooks, materials, and more included in the cost of tuition and fees. In addition to their coursework, students will also be able to sit for the CompTIA A+ 1 and 2, CompTIA Network+, and CompTIA Cloud+ credentialing exams.

There are also specific courses provided to students in the program. These include:

Computer Software Applications
Operating Systems and Security
Computing Infrastructure
Alternative Operating Systems
Networking Fundamentals
Network Security
Server Fundamentals
Cloud Computing
Modern Web Development
Data Management and Analysis

Career training in computers and network technology may provide you with many exciting opportunities in the field. This will depend on factors such as education, experience, additional skills, and more. Yearly salary per position may differ¹.

Network Support Specialist

Set up, troubleshoot, and repair network equipment
Install new network cabling
Upgrade older cabling systems
Analyze networking issues

*Massachusetts Average Yearly Salary²: $57,700
*Connecticut Average Yearly Salary³: $57,300

Help Desk Analyst

Assist users in solving computer issues
Track problems through the use of ticketing
Work from a centralized call center
Assign tickets to computer issues

*Massachusetts Average Yearly Salary⁴: $59,600
*Connecticut Average Yearly Salary⁵: $59,200

Systems Administrator

Maintenance and installation of complex computer installations
Set up new user accounts
Upgrade software
Check disk quotas

*Massachusetts Average Yearly Salary⁶: $74,100
*Connecticut Average Yearly Salary⁷: $73,700

PC Repair Technician

Repair, upgrade, and maintain personal computers
Upgrade RAM
Replace hard drives
Repair and troubleshoot smartphones and mobile computing tablets

*Massachusetts Average Yearly Salary⁸: $67,800
*Connecticut Average Yearly Salary⁹: $67,400

Working in the field of Computer and Network Technology may open up doors to different job positions depending on things such as experience, extra skills, additional education, and more. To learn more about the Computer and Network Technology program that PCI offers, visit the program description page. If you're ready to get started, go to the online application portal to enroll.

*Average yearly salary includes workers with all levels of education and experience and does not represent entry level salary.