Technology

System Administrator

Challenge your potential and start a promising career in the rewarding IT field today. With this 42-week program, you can gain the knowledge and skills you need to succeed as a system administrator.

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Type

Diploma

Duration

42 Weeks

Internship

8 Weeks

Program Outline

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About The Program

Our comprehensive System Administrator program includes an 8-week internship, providing you with invaluable real-world, hands-on experience to ensure you’re job-ready upon graduation. Benefit from small class sizes, where personalized guidance from expert instructors will enhance your learning experience. Plus, receive exam vouchers to help you achieve sought-after CompTIA and Microsoft certifications.

In this program, you will also learn how to leverage online resources, including advanced search engine functionality and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, to simplify tasks where applicable. Click here to learn more about AI and how it is used in our technology programs.

The program is offered online through live, instructor-led sessions that combine the flexibility of online learning with real-time interaction and support from experienced instructors. Students can also access campus support at several locations, including Toronto, London, Mississauga, Brampton, Kitchener, Hamilton, Ottawa, and Windsor.

Career Opportunities

This industry-leading program can qualify you for the following roles:

System Administrator
Network Administrator
Computer Network Technician
LAN Administrator
LAN Technician
Network Support Analyst
Server Administrator

Employers Who Have Hired triOS Grads

Province of Ontario
Hydro One
ING Direct
Acer America Corporation
Geek Squad
Sentex Communications
KPMG
Tech Alliance

Salary

88 %

Employment Rate*

$ 33

Average Wage/HR**

$ 50

High Wage/HR**

*Employment Rate based on 2021 contactable triOS graduates employed in a related field within 12 months.

Source: workingincanada.gc.ca

NOC Code: 2281/22220 - **Wage data rounded down to the nearest dollar. Average wage doesn't reflect the starting salary but represents the middle value between lowest to highest wages. Local (or regional) income may vary. Last updated in Jan 2024.

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Program Details

Did you know technology is one of the fastest-growing industries in Canada? If you’re seeking a high-paying, in-demand career in a dynamic field, triOS College’s System Administrator diploma program is your perfect pathway.

This program employs a real-world, hands-on, project-based approach, equipping you with practical skills crucial for success in the IT industry. Dive into core areas of computer and network administration, and secure certifications that bolster your credentials. Master essential concepts such as PC Support, Windows 10 Administration, Linux Administration, and Security Fundamentals.

Beyond technical courses in PC & Windows Administration and Network & Linux Administration, you’ll participate in Preparatory Studies to excel as both a student and a job seeker. Culminate your training with an 8-week internship, where you’ll apply your knowledge and gain experience that sets you apart in the job market.

When you enroll in this program, you will receive:

a registered and approved diploma
4 exam vouchers to write the certifications you wish to pursue*
practice tests (where applicable)
career services
job search assistance
alumni program benefits

*The courses in the program relate to 8 industry certification exams leading to the following designations, which are frequently used as a benchmark for hiring:

CompTIA A+ (2 vouchers)
CompTIA IT Project+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Linux+
CompTIA Security+
Microsoft Desktop Administrator Associate (MDAA): Windows 10 (2 Vouchers)

Course Listings

Career Management

In this module, you will create and refine your résumé and LinkedIn Profile. You will write cover letters and learn the value of customizing cover letters to specific job postings. You will have the opportunity to apply this knowledge as you conduct a job search and write a cover letter tailored to an ideal job post. Through research, you will create a list of top employers and target current industry opportunities. You will learn about current methods for applying to job postings using technology. You will also gain an understanding of the job interview process, typical interview questions and possible responses, and expectations of both the interviewer and interviewee. In addition, you will engage in practical application of the interview process through role-play. Topics such as negotiating salary, self-management, and on-the-job success for placements and post-graduate employment will be also covered.

IT Service & Project Management

You will gain an understanding of business processes and communication, as well as time and project management skills that are vital for success in today’s IT industry. Through the use of examples, demonstrations, and activities, you will examine the strategies and techniques that are commonly used within the IT industry, with a focus on ITIL processes and project management. Additionally, you will leverage AI tools to produce several industry grade deliverables for a complete IT project. This course also covers the concepts tested on the CompTIA Project+ certification.

Linux Administration

Linux provides the foundation for many systems today including embedded and mobile devices, supercomputers, and the cloud. In this course, students learn how to install, configure, and manage Linux systems and the network services that they run. Moreover, this course covers the concepts tested on the CompTIA Linux+ certification.

Network Administration

In this course, students examine the theory and concepts required to successfully administer and troubleshoot IP-based computer networks and network technologies. Moreover, this course covers the concepts tested on the CompTIA Network+ certification.

PC Support

This course introduces you to the essential operating system skills required of a PC support technician, and covers the concepts tested on the CompTIA A+ certification. More specifically, you will learn how to configure, troubleshoot, and maintain both computer hardware and the Windows family of desktop operating systems. Additionally, you will examine the basic configuration of Linux, macOS, and mobile operating systems.

System Administrator Internship

At the successful completion of the classroom hours of this program, you will be placed in a 160-hour internship at an outside organization. You will have the opportunity to apply your new and developed skills in a real-world environment. Hosts include small, medium, and large organizations that have an Information Technology department, or organizations that provide technology and technology services.

Security Fundamentals

This course covers the core concepts that provide for security within an enterprise environment. Focus will be placed on the common security tools and procedures that every IT professional must know when working with technology in an organization. Moreover, this course covers the concepts tested on the CompTIA Security+ certification.

Student Success Strategies

This course stresses the importance of developing non-technical skills to enhance personal, academic and career success. This includes understanding learning styles and honing practical study skills, such as memory, reading, note- and test-taking techniques. Personal exercises will focus on teamwork, decision making and problem solving skills, setting goals and maintaining a positive attitude techniques for managing change, stress and conflict will also be explored.

Windows Client Administration

This course introduces the skills and knowledge necessary to install, configure and support Microsoft Windows client operating systems, and covers the concepts tested on the Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate certification exam. More specifically, students learn how to deploy and upgrade Windows clients, as well as configure storage, access, devices, network connectivity and security. Additionally, students learn how to administer systems using PowerShell, as well as leverage online resources and AI tools to generate PowerShell scripts.

Windows Server & Active Directory Administration

This course provides an in-depth look at the different tasks necessary to administer, secure, and troubleshoot Windows Server 2019 systems. Focus is placed on server deployment and management, as well as data, storage, network service, virtualization, and container configuration. Additionally, this course covers Active Directory configuration and management.

Admission Requirements

You must:

have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

be at least 18 years old when or before the program begins AND pass a qualifying test* that has been approved by the Superintendent. (The approved qualifying test for this program is the Wonderlic test with a passing score of 18.)

* If you’re applying from other Canadian provinces, you must:

be at least 19 years old,
be out of high school for at least 1 year when the program starts, and
successfully pass an academic achievement test.

Please contact us for more details regarding admissions requirements if you are an international student.

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