Network Engineering Technology

Diploma

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You are the go-to person for technical advice, you have loved all things tech for years. Every company you can think of uses computers, networks and is connected to the internet. You see yourself working with the skill set it takes to keep all that technology running. NET is a two year diploma that focusses on the hands on implementation of secure server and network infrastructures using on premise and cloud technologies. If you are a hands on learner who loves diving deep into IT topics - NET is the program for you. NET – Connecting IT!

Hands-on, industry-relevant skills

The Network Engineering Technology diploma is designed to provide you with advanced training in the design, implementation and maintenance of data and computer networks. 

Through the course of the program, you can expect to learn how to:

  • Install, configure and maintain business services and applications
  • Install, configure and maintain client and server operating systems (Linux and Windows)
  • Design, implement and maintain secure wired and wireless network infrastructures
  • Implement and monitor network security policies and practices
  • Troubleshoot network, hardware and end-user issues
  • Maintain currency in the network engineering field through research and professional development
  • Demonstrate professional skills through documentation, communication and critical thinking
  • Work effectively and ethically as an individual or member of a team
  • Analyze network services, including performance measurement, security, layer functions and protocols
Network Engineering Technology students

Career Outcomes

As the world becomes more heavily dependent on high-speed network communications for virtually every facet of everyday business and life, our graduates find themselves in growing demand.

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Courses and Advanced Credit

Current and recently admitted students can find information and updates about their program on their My Program page in the MyNAIT Portal. To monitor your course progress and the courses still needed to graduate, visit your Academic Progress Report.

Advanced Credit

You may apply for advanced credit once you have been accepted into the program. Advanced credit can be Transfer Credit (for completed post-secondary courses) or PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition).

Transfer Credit

In addition to the common guidelines outlined on the Transfer and Credit Options section, your program has other advanced credit requirements that are applied to each request including:

  • You must have completed the course or program no more than 5 year(s) ago unless a formalized articulation agreement is in place
  • You must have a minimum mark of B- in the course(s) or program

Read more about advanced credit or contact us about applying for credit for this program.

Scholarships & Awards

NAIT awards over $6 million in scholarships and bursaries to more than 4,000 students each year, with the support of donors and the government. A variety of awards are available, including ones for academics, community involvement, equity/diversity grants, bursaries for financial need, program-specific awards and more!

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International Applicants

This program accepts international students.

PGWP Eligibility

Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), following Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requirements. Students must still meet all other PGWP eligibility requirements, including full-time and in-person study requirements.

Co-Op Work Permit

Mandatory Co-op: This program has a mandatory work-integrated learning component. International students must apply for a co-op work permit and have it approved before the start of their work placement.

Optional Co-op: Students in this program can choose to move into a co-op pathway, which includes a mandatory co-op work practicum. International students who plan to participate in this option must apply for a co-op work permit and get approval before starting the work placement.

Learn more about PGWP and explore eligible NAIT programs.

Want to learn more about this program?

Thank you for your interest! We want to get you in contact with the right person to answer your questions. If you are a current or recently admitted student you can find program and course information as well as contact details for your program on the My Program page on the MyNAIT Portal.








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