2010-2011 Catalog
Computer Network Technology A.A.S.
The Computer Network Technology program prepares individuals for jobs in the computer networking field. Students in this program gain hands-on experience with computer hardware, software and networks. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will have the needed background to prepare to take one or more of the following exams: Network+; Security+; MCITP Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional); MCTS (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist; CWNA; Security +; or CISCO CCNA.
| General Education Courses | (16 credit hours) | |
| BUS 115 | Intro to Business | 3 credits |
| CIS 118 | Intro to PC Applications | 3 credits |
| COM 115 | Public Speaking OR | |
| COM 125 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 credits |
| ENG 121 | English Composition I OR | |
| ENG 131 | Technical Writing I | 3 credits |
| MAT 121 | College Algebra | 4 credits |
| Major Courses | (25 credit hours) | |
| CIS 124 | Intro to Operating Systems | 3 credits |
| CIS 202 | Automated Project Mgmt: MS Project | 3 credits |
| CIS 287 | Coop Education Career Training | 3 credits |
| CNG 121 | Computer Technician I: A+ | 4 credits |
| CNG 124 | Networking I: Network + | 3 credits |
| CNG 125 | Networking II: Network + | 3 credits |
| CNG 131 | Network Security Fundamentals | 3 credits |
| CNG 224 | Microsoft Windows Wireless Network | 3 credits |
| Elective Courses | (19 credit hours) | |
| Students must choose 19 credit hours from the following: | ||
| CNG 120 | A+ Certification Preparation | 4 credits |
| CNG 122 | Computer Technician II: A+ | 3 credits |
| CNG 136 | Guide to Disaster Recovery | 3 credits |
| CNG 209 | MS Server Active Directory Configuration | 4 credits |
| CNG 210 | MS Network Infrastructure Configuration | 4 credits |
| CNG 211 | Windows Configuration: (OS) | 3 credits |
| CNG 212 | Manage a MS Windows Server Environment | 4 credits |
| CNG 253 | Firewalls and How They Work | 3 credits |
| CNG 257 | Network Defense and Counter Measures | 3 credits |
| CNG 258 | Computer Forensics | 4 credits |
| CNG 260 | CISCO Network Associate I | 5 credits |
| CNG 261 | CISCO Network Associate II | 5 credits |
| CNG 262 | CISCO Network Associate III | 5 credits |
| CNG 263 | CISCO Network Associate IV | 5 credits |
| CIS 220 | Fundamentals of Unix (Linux) | 3 credits |
| CIS 222 | UNIX System Administration | 3 credits |
| CIS 232 | Unix Shell Programming | 3 credits |
| CSC 126 | Game Design and Development | 3 credits or higher |
| TOTAL | 60 Credit Hours | |
| NOTE: Students interested in taking one of the certification exams need to meet with a Computer Network Technology Advisor to choose the correct sequence of classes. Please call 303.797.5899 for more information. | ||