Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
After successful completion of this award, students will be prepared to support and manage computer networks. Students will practice the skills required to install, operate and troubleshoot network environments. Network fundamentals, LAN switching technologies, IPv4 and IPv6 routing protocols, Wireless LANs, WAN technologies, infrastructure services, infrastructure security, and enterprise network management will be explored.
The curriculum in this award is aligned with the globally recognized CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCST Networking, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), and Juniper Networks Certified Associate (JNCIA-Junos). These industry certifications validate an IT networking professional’s knowledge and skill ability and open doors to beginning or advancing a career in networking.
Award Outcomes
Perform network administration tasks
Demonstrate troubleshooting tasks
Describe network components
Demonstrate programming logic
Semester Sequence
Completion of this award may require taking courses at both campuses. For more information, please contact your faculty program advisor.
Graduation (20 Credits)
Prerequisite: Strong foundation in computer concepts or coursework required. Basic computer literacy, familiarity with the Internet and college-level reading ability.
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
3/12/2024 : BP 2164 / EP 2136