Program Details
Information Technology - Systems Admin Specialist
Northwood Technical College
The first year of the IT-Systems Administration Specialist program provides you with a foundation in computer systems along with strong networking skills. These skills will allow you to support and manage computer systems and the networks connecting them.
The second year of the program focuses on server administration, database administration, virtualization and cloud computing concepts. Students learn how to securely install, configure and manage servers in a virtualized environment. The curriculum provides skills to help prepare students for the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA), VMware Certified Professional (VCP), AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CompTIA A+, Network+, Linux+ and Server+ certifications.
Full program available via on Site or Hybrid instruction at the Ashland or Rice Lake campus. Full program via hybrid to Superior. First-year available at New Richmond, second-year coursework available Online, Hybrid, or On Site instruction.
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Admission Requirements:
Complete Online application form
Complete admissions meeting with a Northwood Tech counselor
This program is offered
No set application deadline.
October 1 is the date Northwood Tech begins taking applications for the following fall term. February 1 is the date for the following spring term, and July 1 for the following summer term.
District residents who apply on or before the following dates shall have admission priority. For programs commencing any time during the fall semester, the preceding January 1. For programs commencing any time during the spring semester, the preceding May 1. For programs commencing any time during the summer semester, the preceding October 1. After the dates specified above, district residents shall have priority equal to non-district state residents for admission to programs.
For more information about "career pathways" visit https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/career-pathways
The IT-Network Technician Technical Diploma ladders all 19 credits into the IT-Systems Administration Specialist Associate Degree program. Northwood Tech is currently not admitting to the IT-Network Technician program.
Employment Services available to College students and graduates include: Electronic postings of all current openings listed with Employment Services are located on Wisconsin TechConnect, work-study positions within Northwood Tech are mailed/e-mailed to eligible students, Salary and placement information Northwood Tech dates are posted on the Northwood Tech Web site on each program page, resumé assistance - staff are available to assist with resumés, cover letters, etc. (check with Student Services), seminars/workshops held on campus (including interview preparation), and job fairs held on campus.
The Academic Support Center (ASC) is located at each campus. Community members and students are encouraged to meet with an ASC instructor to create a personalized success plan. Services include: GED/HSED preparation, college preparation coursework, academic support within the classroom, foundational skill building classes in math/writing/reading, test taking and study skills strategies, critical thinking skills, basic computer skills, learning styles inventory, free peer tutoring, workshops focused on student learning, math and writing labs, academic coaching: individual one on one support, and English Language Learner (ELL) classes.
Book costs are TBD
Students are responsible for a percentage of tuition and fees as determined by the WTCS Tuition and Fee Refund Policy when a class is dropped after the date classes start (regardless if the student ever attended). Refunds are calculated from the date the student formally notifies the Student Services office of their intent to drop a class or completely withdraws. Students must complete a drop form or drop classes online through MyNorthwoodTech.
Refer to the Student Handbook for specifics.
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