Computer Network Technology Degree Requirements

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 115Intro to Business3 credits
CIS 118Intro to PC Applications3 credits
COM 115Public Speaking OR
COM 125Interpersonal Communication3 credits
ENG 121English Composition I OR
ENG 131Technical Writing I3 credits
MAT 121College Algebra4 credits
Major Courses(25 credit hours)
CIS 124Intro to Operating Systems3 credits
CIS 202Automated Project Mgmt: MS Project3 credits
CIS 287Coop Education Career Training3 credits
CNG 121Computer Technician I: A+4 credits
CNG 124Networking I: Network +3 credits
CNG 125Networking II: Network +3 credits
CNG 131Network Security Fundamentals3 credits
CNG 224Microsoft Windows Wireless Network3 credits
Elective Courses(19 credit hours)
Students must choose 19 credit hours from the following:
CNG 120A+ Certification Preparation4 credits
CNG 122Computer Technician II: A+3 credits
CNG 136Guide to Disaster Recovery3 credits
CNG 209MS Server Active Directory Configuration4 credits
CNG 210MS Network Infrastructure Configuration4 credits
CNG 211Windows Configuration: (OS)3 credits
CNG 212Manage a MS Windows Server Environment4 credits
CNG 253Firewalls and How They Work3 credits
CNG 257Network Defense and Counter Measures3 credits
CNG 258Computer Forensics4 credits
CNG 260CISCO Network Associate I5 credits
CNG 261CISCO Network Associate II5 credits
CNG 262CISCO Network Associate III5 credits
CNG 263CISCO Network Associate IV5 credits
CIS 220Fundamentals of Unix (Linux)3 credits
CIS 222UNIX System Administration3 credits
CIS 232Unix Shell Programming3 credits
CSC 126Game Design and Development3 credits or higher
TOTAL60 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.