Computer Networking Technology
OCCUPATIONAL MAJOR
Curriculum Code No. 2136
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Department
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This associate degree major enables graduates to qualify for entry-level advanced positions in computer communications. Major requirements can be met in a two academic year period of full-time study. Graduates might be employed in positions with job titles such as network administrator, network technician, field service engineer, or related occupations. Students who complete this program may be prepared to sit for industry certification exams, such as those offered by Microsoft, Cisco, and CompTIA.
Graduates of this program are able to
- install, maintain, and troubleshoot modern network hardware and software;
- design, implement and administer the user's network environment - including file sharing and printing; and
- devise a network security plan using modern Network Operating Systems, technologies and protocols.
Degree Course Requirements*
| COMM110 | Effective Speaking G,1 | 3 |
| MGMT100 | Introduction to Business2 | 3 |
| COMM105 | Interpersonal Communications 5 | 3 |
| CISC128 | Comparative Operating Systems | 4 |
| CISC143 | Essentials of Networking G | 4 |
| CISC144 | Introduction to MS Windows Professional G | 4 |
| CISC201 | Managing & Maintaining the PC G | 4 |
| CISC202 | Network Administration G | 4 |
| CISC244 | Intro to MS Windows Server G | 4 |
| CISC234 | Topics in Networking G | 3 |
| CISC235 | Network Devices (CISCO) G | 4 |
| CISC245 | Network Troubleshooting G | 4 |
| Computing ElectiveE | 3 | |
| Cultural PerspectivesC | 3 | |
| College Level WritingA,B | 6 | |
| College Level Mathematics ElectiveA,D,3 | 3 | |
| INTG285 | Integration of KnowledgeG,4 | 3 |
| 62 |
Recommended Semester Sequence
The recommended course sequence is designed for full-time students who average 15 credit hours per semester. Students may need more time to complete major requirements based on placement testing. This additional time will entail some adjustments to the sequence recommended.
| First Semester | ||
| CISC128 | Comparative Operating Systems | 4 |
| CISC143 | Essentials of Networking G | 4 |
| MGMT100 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| College Level WritingA,B | 3 | |
| MathematicsA,D,3 | 3 | |
| 17 | ||
| Second Semester | ||
| CISC144 | Introduction to MS Windows Professional G | 4 |
| CISC201 | Managing & Maintaining the PC G | 4 |
| CISC202 | Network Administration G | 4 |
| College Level WritingA,B | 3 | |
| 15 | ||
| Third Semester | ||
| CISC244 | MS Windows Server G | 4 |
| CISC235 | Network Devices (CISCO) G | 4 |
| COMM110 | Effective Speaking G,1 | 3 |
| Cultural PerspectivesC | 3 | |
| Computing Elective E | 3 | |
| 17 | ||
| Fourth Semester | ||
| CISC234 | Topics in Networking G | 3 |
| CISC245 | Network Troubleshooting G | 4 |
| COMM105 | Interpersonal Communications 5 | 3 |
| INTG285 | Integration of KnowledgeF,G,4 | 3 |
| 13 |
A Placement testing required.
B Select any two of the following (with proper prerequisites):
OADM110, COMP110, COMP111,
COMP114
C Consult the list of courses approved for this category. Any course may
be chosen.
D Consult an advisor. At least one course must be chosen from the following:
MATH110, MATH115, MATH117, MATH120, MATH122, MATH125 or MATH140.
EChoose any CISC, CISF, or CISG course number 102 or higher, or SCIE106.
F Any INTG course may be chosen.
GCourse requires prerequisite.
1 Satisfies Creative Expression
2 Satisfies Social Perspectives
3 Satisfies College Level Mathematics or Science
4 Satisfies Writing Intensive requirement
5 Satisfies Personal Health
NOTE: Computer classes may be expensive. Purchase of equipment may be required.
