Network Administrator

Benefits to tertiary industries

Information Technology (IT) allows tertiary industries to automate various processes, reducing manual work and increasing efficiency, facilitates seamless communication and collaboration, enable businesses to store, organize, and retrieve information efficiently and enable businesses to sell products and services online, reaching a wider customer base.

Where do you live?

In live in the City

What are some important skills?

A lot of skills are needed in this line of work and some of them include Programming languages, Database management, Networking, Cybersecurity. Having all these skills is essential but critical thinking, and troubleshooting and continuous Learning and Adaptability are of great importance in our field of work

What is your favourite part of your job?

The financial stability is an attractive aspect of working in the IT industry and always having something new to learn and explore if the favorite part of my job

What are the main tools of the trade?

We use so many tools to ensure the effectiveness of our work which include Helpdesk Ticketing Tools, Data Storage and Management Tools, Software Deployment Tools, Capacity Planning Tools and Network Security Suites

What training have you had?

I have a Science Honours Degree in Information Technology

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

I in the next 10 years, I will be working in the top technology company in my country

Trip Preparation. Questions to ask :)

Here are some potential questions learners could ask network administrators based on the subtopics:

  • Important Skills:
    1. What skills do you think are most critical for success as a network administrator?
    2. Can you give an example of a time when you had to use a particular skill to overcome a challenge in your role?
    3. How do you stay proficient in essential skills such as network security, troubleshooting, and system configuration?
  • Favorite Part of the Job:
    1. What do you enjoy most about being a network administrator?
    2. Can you describe a particularly rewarding project or system you managed?
    3. What aspects of network management excite you the most?
  • Main Tools of the Trade:
    1. What tools or software do you rely on most in your daily work as a network administrator?
    2. How do you stay up-to-date with advancements in networking technologies and practices?
  • Training:
    1. Can you walk us through your training process to become a network administrator?
    2. What kind of ongoing training or professional development do you participate in?
    3. How has your training prepared you for the challenges of being a network administrator?
  • Future Career Goals:
    1. What are your long-term career goals, and how do you see yourself progressing in the field of network administration?
    2. What advice would you give to someone who wants to pursue a career as a network administrator?

This section is for the parents:

  • Questions to Ask Your Child After a Field Visit:
    1. What did you learn or discover during the field visit?
    2. What was your favorite part of the trip and why?
    3. What surprised you or challenged your thinking?
    4. How did the field visit relate to your interests or career goals?
    5. What questions do you still have after the visit?
    6. How can you apply what you learned to your everyday life or future career?
  • Additional Questions:
    1. What did you observe or notice about the place or activity?
    2. What skills or knowledge did you gain from the experience?
    3. How did the field visit change your perspective or understanding of a topic?
    4. What would you like to learn more about based on the field visit?
    By asking these questions, you can help your child reflect on their experience, solidify their learning, and make connections to their interests and goals.