Computer Information Technology - Network Support
Associate of Applied Science Degree

Advisor: Bruce Gottwig

The Computer Technology Program prepares individuals to assume a role in computer support with skills and responsibilities in user support, hardware and software troubleshooting, and basic system maintenance.
The Network Support Degree prepares students for a career in supporting Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN) with a focus on the skills required to understand and manage the operation of a small and large computer network.

Upon completion of the Network Support Degree, students will be able to successfully design, implement, manage, and maintain effective network infrastructures for both home and corporate clients as an entry level network technician / system administrator.

Outcomes - Graduates are prepared to:

• Utilize TCP/IP applications to prove their understanding of networking protocols used to control modern networking infrastructures;
  
  
• Master the concepts of the theoretical OSI networking model;
  
  
• Create, maintain, and troubleshoot both wired and wireless network infrastructures and infrastructure devices;
  
  
• Employ and master the skills needed to create and maintain server based networks using both Microsoft Windows and Open source Linux server systems;
  
  
• Develop and implement a logical troubleshooting and maintenance system for Personal Computing systems; and
  
  
• Prepare for networking support industry standard certifications such as: CCNA, CCNP, MCSA or MCSE, and CompTIA Network+.
  
  

Estimated Resident Program Cost:

Tuition and Fees	$7499
Application Fee	$30
Lab Fees	$150
Books/Supplies	$1875
TOTAL:	$9554

 

 

Summer Semester

Course	No.	Title	Credits
CIT	111	Intro to Comp for Tech Majors	3+
CIT	125	Fund of Voice and Data Cabling	3+
CIT	166*	Computer Operating Systems	4+
		SUBTOTAL	10

 

Fall Semester 1

Course	No.	Title	Credits
CIT	126*	Networking Fundamentals	3+
CIT	176*	Routers and Routing Basics	3+
CIT	210*	Network Operating Systems I	2+
CIT	211*	Network Operating Systems II	2+
CIT	272*	PC Troubleshooting & Main	4+
		SUBTOTAL	14

 

Spring Semester 1

Course	No.	Title	Credits
CIT	120	Internet Essentials	2†
CIT	212*	Network Operating Systems III	2†
CIT	213*	Network Operating Systems IV	2†
CIT	226*	Switching Basics & Inter Routing	3†
CIT	276*	Intro to WAN Technologies	3†
CIT	283*	Fund of Wireless LAN	3†
		SUBTOTAL	15

 

Fall Semester 2

Course	No.	Title	Credits
CIT	215*	Network Operating Systems V	2†
CIT	216*	Network Operating Systems VI	2†
CIT	278*	Advanced Routing	4†
CIT	284*	Implementing Secure Converged Wide Area Network	4†
MATH	108**	Algebra for College Students OR
MATH	130**	Precalculus Algebra OR
MATH	150**	Math for Liberal Arts OR
MATH	181**	Calculus	3/4+
		SUBTOTAL	15/16

 

Spring Semester 2

Course	No.	Title	Credits
CIT	275*	Computer End-User Support	3†
CIT	281*	Multilayer Switching	4†
CIT	285*	Optimizing Converged Networks	4†
CIT	287*	IP Telephony	3†
ENGL	121**	Composition I	3†
		SUBTOTAL	17

Total Program Credits: 71-72~

~ Many students need preliminary math and English courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and English placement before planning out their full program schedules.

+ A grade of "C-" or above required for graduation
* Indicates prerequisites needed
** Placement in course(s) is determined by placement assessment