Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications is a certificate program (two to four years) at Southwestern Community College, a public institution in Creston, IA. This program is part of the computer networking and telecommunications field (CIP 11.0901) and prepares students to install, configure, manage, and troubleshoot network infrastructure and communications systems.

Southwestern Community College also offers certificate programs in Carpentry/Carpenter (at two levels), Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician, Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician, and Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Students in this networking program can expect training in network protocols, routing and switching, cybersecurity fundamentals, wireless systems, and telecommunications technology used in business and enterprise environments.