Information Technology, Administrator (1,170 hr.)
Total 1,170 hrs.
Program Training Plan
Enrollment Available to: Adults ONLY
This program prepares students to become well rounded administrators in the information technology field. Students begin by studying computer troubleshooting, then proceeding through network management. The administrative program provides a focus in network management, operations, and security management. Once the program has been completed technicians can be certified in six major industry certifications and have working knowledge of industry equipment.
The Information Technology Programs helps meet the diverse needs of students with different interests and objectives. Courses encourage practical application of knowledge through hands-on activities, to prepare students for career opportunities, continuing education, and globally-recognized certifications. With support from instructors, students who are disciplined and motivated cannot only earn industry recognized certifications, but will also acquire the hands-on skills to be confident in competing in today’s workforce.
• The 1,170 hours in the Information Technology Program enables students to apply their MATC certificate towards an Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Technology at the Utah Valley University (UVU). Please direct any questions to the program instructor for more information.
Program Overview
| Locations | Spanish Fork Campus Thanksgiving Point Campus
|
| Tuition | $1.70/per enrollment hour |
| Adult Cost | $1,989 Tuition + $315 Fees = $2,304 |
| Extra Supply Cost | Students will need to purchase training materials and industry exams as needed throughout the program. It is highly recommended that each student talk with the instructor before buying program training materials at the MATC bookstore. |
| Avg. Starting Wage | $67,200 Yearly ($32.31/hr.) |
| Certifications | MATC Certificate of Completion (COC) in Information Technology: Administrator, Industry Certifications: PC Technician - CompTIA A+, Network Technician - CompTIA Network +, Linux Technician - CompTIA Linux + LPI, Cisco Technician - Cisco CCENT, Cisco Administration - Cisco CCNA, and Microsoft Technician - MCITP |
Program dates, times, tuition and fees are subject to change.
Industry Certification Exam Training Materials and Exam Costs:
CompTIA A+; $190.20 Training Materials + $170.00 Industry Exam = Total $360.20
CompTIA Network+; $95.10 Training Materials + $130.00 Industry Exam = Total $225.10
CompTIA Linux+; $95.10 Training Materials + $282.00 Industry Exam = Total $377.10
Cisco CCENT; $53.22 Training Materials + $155.00 Industry Exam = Total $208.22
Cisco CCNA; $76.20 Training Materials + $155.00 Industry Exam = Total $231.20
Microsoft Technician (MCITP); $190.20 Training Materials + $154.00 Industry Exam = Total $344.20
Total Estimation for all certifications training materials and exams = $1,746.02
• Exam(s) costs are not included in the MATC tuition or fees. MATC provides training for students to prepare to take the industry certification exams ONLY, and does not guarantee industry certifications upon completion of the MATC Information Technology Program.
Program Length
1,170 Hour Program • 12 - 18 MonthsCourse Prerequisites
• All students must meet with the MATC Career Counselor prior to enrollment to complete a Training Agreement.
• As part of the admission process, students may be required to complete a basic assessment of reading and math skills. The test is free and takes approximately 2 hr. to complete. For additional information, call the Testing Center at: (801) 753-4110.
2013 and 2014 Summer I.T: Administrator Sessions Schedule
| Campus | Completion Time | Days | Time |
| Spanish Fork | Open Entry / Open Exit | Tue. - Thur. | 6 - 9 pm |
| Thanksgiving Point | Open Entry / Open Exit | Mon. - Thur. | 7:30 am - 10:30 am |
| Thanksgiving Point | Open Entry / Open Exit | Mon. - Thur. | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm |
| Thanksgiving Point | Open Entry / Open Exit | Mon. - Thur. | 6 - 9 pm |
2013 - 2014 Fall and Spring I.T: Administrator Sessions Schedule
| Campus | Completion Time | Days | Time |
| Spanish Fork | Open Entry / Open Exit | Tue. - Thur. | 6 - 9 pm |
| Thanksgiving Point | Open Entry / Open Exit | Mon. - Fri. | 7:30 - 10:30 am |
| Thanksgiving Point | Open Entry / Open Exit | Mon. - Fri. | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm |
| Thanksgiving Point | Open Entry / Open Exit | Mon. - Thur. | 6 - 9 pm |
PROGRAM SCHEDULE AND AVAILABILITY:
MATC’s Information Technology Programs for Adults run on an Open Entry / Open Exit (OE/OE) schedule; this means students can register for class on the 1st or 3rd Monday of the month, providing space is available, and will end upon completion of competencies.
THE I.T. ADMINISTRATION PROFESSION:
Install, configure, and support an organization’s local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system. Monitor network to ensure network availability to all system users and may perform necessary maintenance to support network availability. May monitor and test Web site performance to ensure Web sites operate correctly and without interruption. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software. May supervise computer user support specialists and computer network support specialists. May administer network security measures.
Please see our Refund Policy.
