Information Technology and Networking Diploma

Diploma
Also available as:
TYPE:
  • Part Time
  • Full Time
LENGTH: 2 year
CAMPUS: Prince George
FEES: $11,902
START DATE: Fall 2026
DELIVERY:
  • In Class
  • Overview
  • Courses
  • 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 Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Microsoft Server Administrator
  • Microsoft Office Specialist
  • 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)

Check out our labs in the Brink building at rooms 2-1050 and 2-1052.

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 CODECOURSE TITLECREDITS
ENGL-113Writing and Communication3
ITAN-100Computer Technical Analyst3
ITAN-110
Systems Support Analyst
3
ITAN-115Data Cabling Technologies3
ITAN-120
Network Infrastructure
3
ITAN-130
Interconnecting Networks I
3
ITAN-140
Linux Administration
3
ITAN-1503
ITAN-1703
ITAN-1903
ITAN-200Microsoft Office Specialist3
ITAN-210Enterprise Operating Systems3
ITAN-220Wireless Technologies3
ITAN-225Interconnecting Networks III3
ITAN-230Cisco Capstone3
ITAN-240Programming in Python3
ITAN-245Cyber Security Foundations3
ITAN-260Data Center Technologies3
ITAN-290Project Work Skills and Program Capstone3

One of the following

COURSE CODECOURSE TITLECREDITS
ENGL-229Professional Business and Technical Communications3
MGT-154Applied Human Relations3

 

COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE CREDITS LENGTH

Locations & Dates

CNC programs 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 2026 Prince George In Class 2 years

Entry Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent.
  • A minimum standing of "C-" grade in the following courses:
    • English Studies 12, or English First Peoples 12, or ENGL 050, or ENGL 051, or equivalent
    • Foundations of Mathematics 11, or MATH 043, or equivalent.

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.

Invest in your future

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 bookstore.

Highlights

$64,154
Median Annual Earnings
For User Support Technicians, according to WorkBC
IT Certifications
Improves Employment Opportunities
For Computer Network and Web Technicians, according to WorkBC Industry Insights
4.6%
Forecasted Growth Rate
For employment for User Support Technician positions from 2025-2035