Systems Administration and Infrastructure Certificate in Applied Science
Program Description
The Systems Administration and Infrastructure Embedded Certificate prepares students with foundational skills to support and manage modern enterprise computing environments. The program focuses on Windows Server and Active Directory, Linux system administration, networking fundamentals, cloud computing, and basic security concepts. Through hands-on, lab-based coursework, students gain practical experience supporting server infrastructure, managing directory services, administering Linux systems, and assisting with cloud-based and networked environments.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Systems Administration and Infrastructure Certificate in Applied Science at Greenville Technical College is to prepare students with the technical knowledge and hands-on skills required to support Windows and Linux server environments in organizational settings. The curriculum emphasizes practical application of systems administration, networking, and infrastructure concepts to prepare graduates for entry-level systems and infrastructure support roles.
Entrance Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Type of Program
Day, Evening, and Online
Requirements for Completion
This program requires a minimum grade of “C” in all courses.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Systems Administration and Infrastructure Embedded Certificate in Applied Science are prepared for entry-level systems and infrastructure support roles. Typical opportunities include systems support technician, junior systems administrator, infrastructure support specialist, Linux support technician, and IT support roles with server and cloud responsibilities. These positions are found in industries such as healthcare, education, government, finance, and technology services, where professionals support Windows and Linux servers, manage Active Directory services, assist with cloud-based systems, and troubleshoot networked infrastructure environments.
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Listed below is a recommended sequence of courses. This plan is intended to be flexible and may be completed on a less-than-full-time basis, including three-quarter-time or half-time enrollment, to accommodate working professionals. Course availability and individual circumstances may affect scheduling, and not all courses are offered every semester. Students are encouraged to consult with an advisor to develop a personalized plan of study.
| First Semester | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| CPT 257 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| IST 220 | Data Communications | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 6 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| CYB 110 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| IST 190 | LINUX Essentials | 3 |
| IST 257 | LAN Network Server Technologies | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 9 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| IST 191 | LINUX System Administration | 3 |
| IST 198 | Cloud Computing I | 3 |
| IST 258 | LAN Directory Services | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 9 | |
| Total Required Credit Hours | 24 | |