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Computer Information Systems, Networking Technologies with a Concentration in Network Administration, Associate of Applied Science

This track begins with four courses intended to provide a solid foundation in computer network fundamentals. The remainder of the curriculum provides instruction from various aspects of network administration.  Scripting instruction is provided in Python and PowerShell. Industry based technologies in CISCO, Microsoft, and Linux are included in the advanced coursework. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for immediate entry into the workforce and industry certification.

Plan of Study

Semester 1

ITSC 1405Introduction to PC Operating Systems

4
ITNW 1425Fundamentals of Networking Technologies

4
ITSY 1400Fundamentals of Information Security

4
ITSE 1429Programming Logic and Design

4
Total Credit Hours:16

Semester 2

ITCC 1414CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks

4
ITNW 1316Network Administration I

3
ITSC 1358UNIX System Administration I

3
ENGL 1301Composition I CORE

3
Total Credit Hours:13

Semester 3

XXXX X3XXLanguage, Philosophy, and Culture/Creative Arts CORE

3
Total Credit Hours:3

Semester 4

MATH X3XXMathematics CORE

3
Total Credit Hours:3

Semester 5

ITCC 1444CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials

4
ITNW 2305Network Administration II

3
ITSC 2325Advanced Linux

3
XXXX X3XXAmerican History/Government/Political Science/Social and Behavioral Science CORE

3
Total Credit Hours:13

Semester 6

ITCC 2420CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation

4
ITSY 2359Security Assessment and Auditing CAPSTONE

3
ITSC 2281Cooperative Education - Computer and Information Sciences, General

2
SPCH X3XXComponent Area Option - CORE

3
Total Credit Hours:12

Total Credit Hours: 60

NOTE: All CIS courses require a grade of "C" or better.