Information Technology and Networking Diploma

Diploma
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TYPE:
  • Part Time
  • Full Time
LENGTH: 2 year
CAMPUS: Prince George
FEES: $11,902
START DATE: Fall 2025
DELIVERY:
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  • Overview
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  • Location & Dates
  • Entry Requirements
  • Fees

The Information Technology and Networking (ITAN) Diploma program is a 60-week full-time program designed to prepare students for a career in Information Technology (IT). This program delivers the theory and practical application of supporting micro-computer hardware, software, operating systems and networking infrastructure. Students enrolled in the ITAN program gain technical skills and experience with hands-on access to real-world equipment. The program is taught in a cross-platform lab environment with industry qualified instructors.

After successful completion of the program, students will be able to install, configure, troubleshoot, administer, analyze, and secure computing devices within a network. Applicants applying to the ITAN program should have an interest in the computer networking field as well as strong problem solving and communication skills.

The Information Technology and Networking Diploma prepares the student to obtain worldwide recognized IT certifications from the following organizations:

  • CompTIA A+,
  • Network+,
  • Linux+,
  • Security+,
  • Server+ Cisco
  • Cisco
  • Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Microsoft Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA, Server),
  • Microsoft Office Specialist,
  • MTA 98-349 Electronics Technician Association
  • Customer Service Specialist (CSS)
  • Linux Professional Institute Linux Essentials Certificate
  • CWNP Certified Wireless Specialist
  • Certified Wireless Technician FOA CPCT and CFOT
  • Python Institute: Python Certified Associate Programmer (PCAP)

Information Technology and Networking Diploma Courses

The Information Technology and Networking (ITAN) Diploma program is a 60-week full-time program designed to prepare students for a career in Information Technology (IT). This program delivers the theory and practical application of supporting micro-computer hardware, software, operating systems and networking infrastructure. Students enrolled in the ITAN program gain technical skills and experience with hands-on access to real-world equipment. The program is taught in a cross-platform lab environment with industry qualified instructors. After successful completion of the program, students will be able to install, configure, troubleshoot, administer, analyze, and secure computing devices within a network. Applicants applying to the ITAN program should have an interest in the computer networking field as well as strong problem solving and communication skills. The Information Technology and Networking Diploma prepares the student to obtain worldwide recognized IT certifications from the following organizations: CompTIA A+, Network+, Linux+, Security+, Server+ Cisco Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Microsoft Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA, Server), Microsoft Office Specialist, MTA 98-349 Electronics Technician Association Customer Service Specialist (CSS) Linux Professional Institute Linux Essentials Certificate CWNP Certified Wireless Specialist and Certified Wireless Technician FOA CPCT and CFOT Python Institute Python Certified Associate Programmer (PCAP)

ITAN Year Two

COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE CREDITS
ENGL-113 Writing and Communication 3
ITAN-100 Computer Technical Analyst 3
ITAN-110
Systems Support Analyst
3
ITAN-120
Network Infrastructure
3
ITAN-130
Interconnecting Networks I
3
ITAN-140
Linux Administration
3
ITAN-150
Microsoft Enterprise Server
3
ITAN-160
Cyber Security Foundations
3
ITAN-170
Interconnecting Networks II
3
ITAN-180
Interconnecting Networks III
3
ITAN-190
Technical Work Skills
3
ITAN-200 Microsoft Office Specialist 3
ITAN-210 Enterprise Operating Systems 3
ITAN-220 Wireless Technologies 3
ITAN-230 Cisco Capstone 3
ITAN-240 Programming in Python 3
ITAN-250 Data Cabling 3
ITAN-260 Data Center Technologies 3
ITAN-290 Project Work Skills and Program Capstone 3

One of the following

COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE CREDITS
ENGL-229 Professional Business and Technical Communication 3
MGT-154 Applied Human Relations 3

 

COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE CREDITS LENGTH

Locations & Dates

PornÑо¿Ëùprograms have varying lengths and start dates to meet your needs, and are offered across multiple campuses where possible. Don’t see the campus you’re looking for? Check back with us soon as this page is updated throughout the school year.

START DATE CAMPUS DELIVERY LENGTH
Fall 2025 Prince George In Class 2 years

Entry Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent.
  • English Studies 12, or English First Peoples 12, or ENGL 050, or ENGL 051 (minimum C-), or equivalent
  • Foundations of Mathematics 11, or MATH 043 (minimum C-), or equivalent
  • English Language Proficiency requirements.
    Candidates whose first language is not English must meet the English requirements and provide proof of English language proficiency as outlined in CNC’s English Language Requirements

Need help meeting these requirements? Check out our Academic Upgrading options.

Recommendations

Applicants are strongly recommended to have strong typing skills or to have taken, in the past five years, one or more of the following high school courses:

  • Computer Programming (11 or 12), or equivalent
  • Computer Information Systems (11 or 12), or equivalent

Limited Admission

If there is room in the program, you will be accepted once you have met all the admission requirements. This is called “first qualified, first accepted.” If you qualify after the program is full, you will be put on a wait list.

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Diploma

The estimated cost for this program is $11,902.

These costs are an estimate. Student fees vary by campus. Check the fee schedule for more details.

Supplies for this program can be purchased from the .