Computer Specialist - Network Technology A.A.S.

*This is an overview of the program. The course sequencing is meant to serve as a guideline for your semester planning. Please note that the scheduling of courses, program sequencing and curriculum are subject to change.*

Network Technology prepares students who are new to the industry or upgrading an existing skill set for jobs in the networking and telecommunications fields. Graduates are eligible to take appropriate certification exams and can expect to work as entry-level engineers, administrators, or help desk technicians. The program has a problem-based learning approach that focuses on the needed skills of design, implementation, and troubleshooting to a variety of implementations and platforms such as Microsoft Windows, Novell, Linux, and Cisco. Our hands-on philosophy starts with ensuring basic understanding from the hardware level up. Students have an opportunity to apply their skills in aninternship. Students wishing to obtain certifications will gain a solid foundation in the material covered on the following exams:

• Certified Cisco Administrator (CCNA)

• Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)

• Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP)

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Linux+, and Security+

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

  • troubleshoot personal computer hardware and software problems.

  • install and administer network and client operating systems.

  • implement TCP/IP with IPV4 or IPV6

  • program and configure Cisco routers and switches.

  • implement WAN technologies such as PPP, ISDN, and Frame Relay.

  • analyze security needs and implement solutions.

First Semester (fall)    
BUS 120 Introduction to Business Organizations 3
ENG 105 College English I 3
NET 111 (8wks) A+ Essentials 3
NET 121 (8wks) A+ IT Technician 3
CIS 105* Introduction to Computers & Applications 3-3.5
  Semester Total 15-15.5
     
Second Semester    
ENG 106 or
ENG 107**		 College English or
Technical Writing		 3
SOC/HUM Social Science or Humanities 3
MAT*** Math 3
NET 138 (8wks) Windows Server 2008 Infrastructure 3.5
NET 210 (8wks) Linux Installation and Administration 3.5
  Semester Total 16
     
Third Semester (fall)    
NET 128 (8wks) Microsoft Windows Server 2008 3.5
NET 148 (8wks) Windows Server 2008 Administration 3.5
NET 160 (8wks) CCNA 1–Networking Fundamentals 3.5
NET 165 (8wks) CCNA 2–Routing Protocols and Concepts 3.5
Elective Social Science or Humanities 3
  Semester Total 17
     
Fourth Semester (spring)    
NET 170 (8wks) CCNA 3–LAN Switching and Wireless 3.5
NET 175 (8wks) CCNA 4–Accessing WANS 3.5
CFS 155 Network Security 3.5
SCI*** Science Elective** 3.5
  Semester Total 14
  Credit Total 62-62.5

Students that are not currently employed in the field, are strongly encouraged to take advantage of NET 280 Networking Internship.

*CIS 105 must be taken in the first semester unless student receives a score of at least 18 in the pre-test.

**If a student wishes to transfer to a four-year institution, it is strongly suggested they take ENG 106.

***Students intending to transfer to a four-year college or university are advised to consult that institution’s catalog to determine the appropriate mathematics sequence and transferability of courses.