Systems Administration Certificate in Applied Science
Program Description
This certificate is designed to provide comprehensive training in computer systems administration. Topics include computer network operation, Microsoft Server and Active Directory, Linux administration, cloud computing and computer security.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Systems Administration Certificate program at Greenville Technical College is to provide students with relevant knowledge and skills required to become Microsoft Windows Server and Linux Server administrators. The curriculum offers a web-based and traditional curriculum that incorporates intensive hands-on labs and performance-based testing and assessment.
Entrance Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Type of Program
Day or evening
Requirements for Completion
This program requires a minimum grade of “C” in all courses.
Visit our web page at https://www.gvltec.edu/computertechnology/.
Listed below is the ideal grouping of courses in order by semester. This plan assumes a full-time schedule. Note, however, that many variables can affect this plan, and not every course is offered every semester. Please see your advisor to map out your own personalized progression toward graduation.
Note: Please contact your advisor for recommended evening schedules.
| First Semester | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| CPT 257 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| IST 220 | Data Communications | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 6 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| IST 110 | Intro to Cyberspace and 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 Essentials | 3 |
| IST 258 | LAN Directory Services | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 9 | |
| Total Required Credit Hours | 24 | |