Applied Network Administration and Design

Network designers evaluate and select the appropriate hardware and operating system components to meet user and business needs. Network administrators set user policies, access and security to ensure systems and data are protected from loss, compromise or failure. The Applied Network Administration and Design, ANAD Associate Certificate is from BCIT Computing. It is delivered part-time in the evenings and on some weekends. Instruction is provided by subject matter experts and industry practitioners. Building on COMP 1002 -Applied Computer Concepts ANAD students are introduced to Linux, data communication and LAN theory with Enterprise Networking Fundamentals. Students acquire industry-standard network design skills using a variety of tools in labs and exercises. Required courses include Windows 10, Linux, MS Windows Server Administration, IT Security Fundamentals, and Applied Network Security. Electives include Power Shell Scripting and Linux Administration. The final course COMP 4912 – Applied Virtual Networks allows participants to design and evaluate multi-platform PC based networks. There are job opportunities for Network professionals who have technical abilities as well as interpersonal and communication skills.