Associate of Applied Science Degree
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 the exams for Network+; Security+, Microsoft MCSA/MCSE, CWNA, CWSP and Cisco CCNA or the National Association of Communications System Engineers (NACSE) NANS certification; these are the competency standards for network specialists in the computer industry.

Computer Network Technology
Concentrations:
Choose from the following concentrations:

Networking Certificates
Degree and Certificate Requirements
2008-09 Catalog

This program is specifically designed to prepare students as entry-level Microsoft 2003 Network Administrators. Students are encouraged to take the Microsoft Technical Certification tests to receive the MCP, MCSA and MCSE certification from Microsoft.

Note: Arapahoe Community College has no control over curriculum changes made by the agencies mentioned above.

Cisco Network Administrator (CCNA)
Certificate
This program is specifically designed to prepare students as entry-level Cisco Administrators. Students are encouraged to take the Cisco Technical Certification tests to receive the CCNA certification from Cisco.

UNIX Network Administration
Certificate
This program is specifically designed to prepare students as entry-level Unix administrators. This certificate covers different platforms of UNIX, including Solaris and Linux. This will provide students with the background to prepare for the Solaris System Administrator certification exam.

Computer and Networking Security
Certificate
This program is specifically designed to prepare students as entry-level Computer/Networking Security Technicians. Students are encouraged to take the CWSP and Security+ tests to receive the industry certifications.

Microcomputer Specialist
Certificate
The Microcomputer specialist certificate program is designed to provide the student with skills in microcomputer usage, including:

• Selecting, installing, operating and tailoring many of the primary software packages used by today’s businesses
• Developing customized software applications
• Performing simple hardware tasks
• Setting up and providing support to users on a local area network
• Creating and maintaining Web pages
• Providing support and training to other computer users in an office environment

Upon completion, students will be prepared for an entry-level position in computing, such as help desk technician, software trainer, application developer and office computer specialist.

The student must complete 36-37 hours to obtain the certificate. The major courses consist of 23 credit hours which provide a basic working knowledge of operating systems, software applications, usage of the Internet and network software. In addition to the major courses, students will be required to select and complete credit hours of courses in one of the two specialization tracks: Applications Development and Support, or Web Page Authoring.

**An elective may be any CIS or CSC course not specifically listed as a program requirement. Other electives may be selected with the approval of the program advisor.

Course Descriptions | Degree Requirements