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Nov 24, 2024
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Fall 2021 - Summer 2022 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Networking A.A.S.
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School: Mathematics, Science and Engineering
Academic Dept: Computer Science
HEGIS: 5104
Important Note about Program Requirements
The requirements listed below are for students entering into this program from Fall 2021 to Summer 2022. Students who entered the program during a prior semester will find their specific requirements listed in the Catalog under which they entered. Archived Catalogs are accessible through the dropdown menu above.
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Program Description
The Networking A.A.S. degree prepares students for work in the field of computer networking. Students completing the degree are qualified for entry-level career opportunities in the expanding field of building and maintaining computer networks.
The program teaches students the information and communication technology (ICT) skills required to design, install, and manage networks. Students learn networking based on technology, covering networking concepts using a top-down, theoretical, and integrated approach – from network applications to the network protocols and services provided to those applications by the lower layers of the network. Students also become competent in configuring switches and routers for both LAN and WAN implementations. Other topics of study include network management, learning how to design and apply Access Control Lists and apply concepts relating to network security, maintenance, trouble shooting, and upgrading of facilities. Basic concepts of computer programming and IT essentials are learned, and students acquire a working knowledge of the Linux operating system. In addition, upon completion of of certain courses, students are prepared to take industry standard certifications such as CompTIA’s A+, Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT), Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA), CCNA Voice, and CCNA Security examinations.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will:
- Demonstrate the ability to design and maintain secure, voice, video, and data networks.
- Demonstrate the ability to implement and configure networked devices.
- Demonstrate the skills necessary to administer and monitor networks.
- Exhibit mastery of problem-solving skills necessary for troubleshooting networks.
Note: This program has general education requirements that transfer to a four-year degree.
Program Map
The academic map below presents the recommended plan of study and will guide you through your program in a timely manner. Click the course abbreviations for full course descriptions. A course may be critical because it is a pre-requisite, requires a minimum grade, or because it is only offered once a year. Missing a critical course may push back your graduation date. Meet with an Academic Counselor or Faculty Advisor to ensure you are on track to complete your program.
Critical Courses should be taken in the order shown to stay on track and graduate on time.
Semester 1
Course
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Critical Course |
Pre-reqs or Co-reqs |
Credits |
Notes |
| COMSC 106 |
✔ |
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3 |
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| COMSC 118 |
✔ |
✔ |
4 |
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| ENG 101 |
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✔ |
3 |
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| MATH 131 |
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✔ |
4 |
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| Semester Total Credits |
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14 |
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Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Notes:
✹ Choose one: COMSC 110 , COMSC 116 , COMSC 120 , COMSC 217
Minimum Total Credits: 62
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