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Networking Systems Technology, Associate in Applied Science

Overview

Narrative

The AAS degree in Networking Systems Technology will prepare students to use leading tools and technologies to build and maintain new and existing network systems. Through this program, students will study how to activate accounts; implement security controls; install and configure servers, routers and switches; monitor network performance; and troubleshoot problems. Extensive hands-on lab time on real and current equipment will prepare you for a successful career as a Network Specialist, Systems Administrator, Network Engineer, etc.

Salesmanship:

U.S. News & World Report ranks “Computer Network Architect” at #7 among the 10 Best Technology Jobs of 2019, with a median salary of $104,650. At NCC, you’ll gain valuable, marketable skills in data communication, modern computer network architecture and design, server operating systems, network performance analysis, and the latest networking technology. The NCC AAS in IT Networking program will prepare you for leading industry certifications including CCNA, MCSA, A+ and Net+. Depending on your electives, NCC’s IT Networking Program can also prepare you for Security+, CEH, and CISSP certifications.

Career Potential: PC Technician, Network Systems Technician, Network Administrator

Outcomes

Graduates of the program will:

  • Analyze, plan, design, and document IT network specifications to build a corporate network supporting WLAN, LAN, WAN, VoIP and cloud technologies. 
  • Understand layered models (including TCP/IP and OSI) for communications standards and protocols.
  • Install, configure, secure, and manage servers and networking hardware including routers and switches. 
  • Troubleshoot and evaluate common problems; document and implement appropriate network connectivity solutions. 
  • Execute basic security, access control and other policies within the networking architecture. 

Courses

First Semester

COLS101College Success

1 credits

CISC100Information Technology Fundamentals

4 credits

CISC131Data Communications & LANs

4 credits

CISC136PC Support and Troubleshooting

4 credits

CISC137Introduction to Networking Hardware

2 credits

Total Credit Hours:15

Second Semester

CISC105Desktop Operating Systems

4 credits

CISC267Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials

4 credits

CISC254Server I

3 credits

CMTH102Introduction to Communication

3 credits

ENGL101English I

3 credits

Total Credit Hours:17

Third Semester

CISC271Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation (CCNA)

4 credits

ENGL151TEnglish II

3 credits

Elective

3/4 credits

General Education Elective

3 credits

MATHMathematics Elective (QL)++

3 credits

Total Credit Hours:16-17

Fourth Semester

BUSA221GBusiness Communications

3 credits

CISC265Windows Server Administration

4 credits

CISC or ELECElective +++

3/4 credits

General Education Elective

3 credits

General Education Elective

3 credits

Total Credit Hours:16-17

Total Credit Hours: 64-66

  • Completion of BUSA221G satisfies the Writing Intensive program-related requirement.
  • One course should be designated as Diversity and Global Awareness (D).
  • CISC131, CISC267, CISC271CISC272: The Cisco Networking Academy Program courses must be taken in sequential order (as indicated).
  • For the General Education Electives, students must take three courses from at least two of the following areas: Arts & Humanities (AH); Social Science: Society and Institutions over Time (SIT) or Social Science: Scientific Study of Human Behavior (SSHB).

++ Mathematics Elective options: MATH140, MATH145, MATH150, MATH160, MATH165, MATH175, MATH180, MATH181, MATH202, MATH210, MATH211

+++ Any CISC or ELEC elective options: See advisor.  Recommended electives: CISC180, CISC286, CISC251, and CISC128