Diploma

86 Weeks

Network Engineer

The Network Engineer program prepares individuals to plan, manage and secure the network infrastructure of an enterprise, on the premises, and on the cloud. The program includes knowledge and skill development in business communications and leadership, as well as the essential technical knowledge.

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Become A Network Engineer

The program fulfills the need for trained intermediate level cloud/network administrators and security professionals. With major trends in the IT industry moving to virtualization and cloud services, students in this program will learn essential skills to implement virtualization and securely integrate cloud services in existing IT infrastructures. Program graduates will be well equipped to compete for entry and intermediate level jobs in network administration and security

The program prepares student to write industry certification exams, such as Linux+, Network+, Security+, CCNA and Cloud+.

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    Career Opportunities

    Join the Network Engineer Workforce

    $59*

    Graduate Employment HOURLY Rate

    *Based on Canada Job Bank

    Graduates can pursue various roles in the IT sector, including:

    • IT Security Administrator
    • Cloud/Network Administrator
    • Network Security Analyst
    • Network Operation Manager
    • Communication Engineer (VoIP)

    Why Study at Western Community College

    Western Community College offers students an inclusive and vibrant learning environment, with dedicated support services to ensure your academic success and personal well-being.

    • Installment-based, low tuition fee.
    • Choose weekday, weekend, or evening classes to fit your schedule.
    • Part-time or full-time class schedule.
    • Free CLB preparation classes (*Conditions Apply).

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    Admission Requirements

    To enroll in the Network Engineer Diploma, applicants must meet the following requirements:

    Grade 12 or Mature Student Status (19 years of age or more).

    Language Proficiency Requirements:

    To demonstrate language proficiency, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:

    Option 1: Secondary Education Evidence that three years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8-12) have been successfully completed in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages. This includes successful completion of a BC Adult Graduation program.

    Option 2: Post-Secondary Education Evidence that two years of full-time post-secondary education have been completed in the program’s language of instruction at an accredited institution in a country where the language of instruction is one of the principal languages. Language development (ELL) courses cannot be included.

    Option 3: Standardized Language Test Achievement of minimum scores on a recognized standardized language test.

    Name of English language assessment/testMinimum score(s)/level(s)*
    International English Language Testing System (IELTS) AcademicMinimum overall score of 5.5
    Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBTMinimum overall score of 46
    Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)Minimum overall score of 40
    Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP)Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5.
    Duolingo English Test (DET)Minimum overall score of 95
    Pearson Test of English (PTE) AcademicMinimum overall score of 43
    Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE)
    Institutions may include other Cambridge Qualifications at a higher level (i.e., C2 Proficiency (CPE)).
    Minimum overall score of 160 or “C”
    Cambridge LinguaskillMinimum overall B2 level
    LANGUAGECERT AcademicMinimum overall B2 level
    The Michigan English Test (MET)Minimum overall B2 level
    iTEP AcademicMinimum overall score of 3.5
    EIKENMinimum placement of Grade Pre-1

    The following countries are recognized for education completed in English:

    American SamoaGhanaSaint Lucia
    AnguillaGibraltarSaint Kitts and Nevis
    Antigua and BarbudaGrenadaSaint Vincent and the Grenadines
    AustraliaGuamSeychelles
    BahamasGuyanaSierra Leone
    BarbadosIrelandSingapore
    BelizeJamaicaSouth Africa
    BermudaKenyaTanzania
    BotswanaLesothoTrinidad and Tobago
    British Virgin IslandsLiberiaTurks and Caicos Islands
    CanadaMaltaUganda
    Cayman IslandsMauritiusUnited Kingdom
    DominicaMontserratUnited States
    Falkland IslandsNew ZealandUnited States Virgin Islands
    FijiNigeriaZambia
    GambiaSaint HelenaZimbabwe

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    Gain the skills you need for success and take the first step toward a rewarding career. Enroll today to learn essential industry knowledge, enhance your expertise, and open doors to new opportunities.

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    Course OUtline

    Core Courses in Network Engineer Diploma

    Our curriculum is designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge required for a successful career as a Network Engineer.

    1720

    Total program
    hours

    240

    PRACTICUM HOurs

    $59*

    Graduate Employment HOURLY Rate

    97%

    Graduate Employment Rate

    CodeCourse NameHours
    COMP012Introduction to Computers60
    ITIS010Technical Support Essentials100
    ITIS020Computer Operating System I160
    ITIS022Computer Operating System II80
    NETW020Networking I100
    NETW022Networking II120
    ITIS030Virtualization Technologies160
    ITIS040Security Fundamentals80
    ITIS050Cloud Essentials100
    ITIS060Cloud Administration180
    ITIS090IT Service Management80
    BUSM010Business Communication Essentials80
    ITIS110NE Project120
    WORK060Career Preparation60
    ITIS130Network Engineer Practicum240
    Total1720

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    We offer competitive tuition rates and flexible financing options to make your education at Western Community College both accessible and affordable.

    Particulars (Expanded View)

    Registration Fee

    $250

    Tuition Fee

    $17250

    Course Materials

    $500

    Particulars (Expanded View)

    Registration Fee

    $250

    Tuition Fee

    $20250

    Course Materials

    $500

    Finance Options Available

    Western Community College offers a variety of financial aid opportunities to ease students’ stress and allow them to focus on their studies. If you need extra support, we have flexible funding to accommodate all our students, no matter their financial situation.

    BC Student Loan

    In-house Financing

    Student Line of Credit

    Scholarships

    Our dedicated Financial Aid Officers will help you every step of the way.

    Finance Options

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