Computer Information Systems (AAS), Systems Administration Concentration

School of Business & Information Technology (BIT)

Systems Administration focuses on design, implementation, management and troubleshooting computer systems in a business environment. The required courses in the program cover all objectives needed to prepare for the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) exams. Areas covered are Enterprise/Server Support and Client Support in the Windows environment.

Students will receive instruction and hands-on training on subjects that include; installing operating systems, managing performance, implementing security, disaster recovery, directory services, virtualization of servers and desktops, troubleshooting hardware and software, and many more advanced computing technologies.

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Educational Option Information

• This program can be completed: Part-time or full-time. Full-time students can complete the program in four terms.
• This educational option can be started: Any term.
• Primary course location: Main Campus.
• Additional requirements:
  • Students are expected to purchase textbooks and USB flash drives.
  • Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.

Approximate Costs of this Educational Option

• Cost of Attendance
• Tuition
• Books
• Program and Course Fees

Financial Aid Considerations

• This is a financial aid eligible program.

  • Direct Subsidized Loans: 150 percent rule

  • Some courses are not eligible for Financial Aid. Please check the list here when considering a course.

Educational Opportunities

Other licenses or industry certification opportunities are available with this educational option:

• Microsoft: MCP, MCSA
• CompTIA: A+, Network+, Security +, Server+

Many of our courses are transferrable to baccalaureate degree programs, and CNM has Transfer Agreements with many colleges in New Mexico and beyond.

Career Opportunities

CNM’s Systems Administration concentration is current and relevant to today’s technology needs and its graduates may find work with any organization that depends on computers or any organization with an Information Technology Department. Common job descriptions include the keywords computer network management and maintenance and typical job titles are System Administrator, Server Manager, Support Technician, Computer Help Desk, Desktop Support Technician.