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Overview for Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

A program that focuses on the design, implementation, and management of linked systems of computers, peripherals, and associated software to maximize efficiency and productivity, and that prepares individuals to function as network specialists and managers at various levels. Includes instruction in operating systems and applications; systems design and analysis; networking theory and solutions; types of networks; network management and control; network and flow optimization; security; configuring; and troubleshooting.

Careers for Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications Majors

A major in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

Top 5 Illinois Colleges with the highest percentage of Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
 DeVry University-Illinois
Chicago, IL
 139
(6.8%)
Less Selective$14,365 
DePaul University
Chicago, IL
 37
(1.3%)
Open Admissions$25,490 
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL
 11
(1.1%)
Highly Selective$19,000 
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Illinois State University
Normal, IL
 25
(0.6%)
Moderately Selective$16,444 
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
 1
(0.0%)
Moderately Selective$12,090 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.