Mar 26, 2026  
NIACC Catalog 2026-2027 
    
NIACC Catalog 2026-2027

Information Technology Systems Administration Diploma

Location(s): Main Campus


The Information Technology Systems Administration diploma builds on foundational support skills and prepares students to manage and maintain organizational network and server infrastructure. The program emphasizes hands-on experience in networking, Windows server management, virtualization, cloud operations, storage solutions, and system security. Students develop the skills needed to support and administer physical and virtual environments within business settings.

Industry Certification Preparation

Coursework within the Information Technology programs helps prepare students for industry-recognized certifications aligned to each credential level.

Coursework helps prepare students for:

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • CompTIA Cloud+
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
  • Microsoft Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800)

This diploma emphasizes network administration, virtualization, cloud operations, and server management, and internship experience.

Career Opportunities

Job titles vary by organization. Graduates are prepared for entry-level to junior-level roles such as:

  • Junior Network / Systems Administrator
  • Network Operations Technician
  • Data Center Technician
  • Infrastructure Support Analyst
  • Server Support Specialist
  • Cloud Support Associate

Upon successful completion of the Information Technology Systems Administration Diploma curriculum with a grade point average of 2.00 (C) or higher, the student is awarded a Diploma.

Required Courses/Suggested Schedule