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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 “IT Manager” at #2 among the 10 Best Technology Jobs with a median salary of $159,010 and "Computer Network Architect" at #8 with a median salary of $120,520. 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, IT Manager.

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, CISC271,  CISC272: 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.