Computer Networking and Security Specialist, Electronics Technology 8255, A.S. Career/Tech

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A Two-Year Program Leading to the A.S. Degree

This curriculum prepares graduates for employment in a large number of computer networking fields, with emphasis on network administration and design. Extensive network training, including hands-on experience with many WAN (Wide Area Networking) and LAN (Local Area Networking) technologies is provided. Networking courses also help to prepare students for CompTIA, Cisco, and Microsoft certification tests. Graduates may find entry-level employment as LAN-WAN network installers, network service technicians, network administrators, network designers, and LAN managers. Extensive reading, studying, and certification test preparation are required for student success.

Major Program Requirements

CMET 140 - Computer Maintenance I 3 hrs
CMET 185 - Computer Maintenance II 3 hrs
CMET 290 - Computer Maintenance IV 3 hrs
CPNS 101 - LAN Basics and OSI Model 3 hrs
CPNS 102 - WAN Basics and Routers 3 hrs
CPNS 170 - Computer Networking I 4 hrs
CPNS 205 - VLANs and Network Management 3 hrs
CPNS 240 - Computer Networking II 4 hrs
CPNS 280 - Computer Networking III 2 hrs
ELEC 100 - Basic Electricity and Electronics 5 hrs -or- ELEC 110 - Basic Component and Circuit Analysis 6 hrs
ELEC 130 - Digital Logic I 3 hrs

University Core Curriculum Requirements

Composition
ENGL 101 - English Composition I 3 hrs
Mathematics
100-level or higher Mathematics (MATH) Elective 3 hrs
Speech
COMM 143 - Speech 3 hrs -or- COMM 148 - Interpersonal Communication 3 hrs
Laboratory Science
Laboratory Science Elective 4 hrs
Social Science
Social Science Elective 3 hrs
UCC Electives
Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Writing, or Fitness/Wellness 8 hrs
List of elective courses

Recommended Sequence of Courses

Semester I

CMET 140 - Computer Maintenance I 3 hrs
CPNS 101 - LAN Basics and OSI Model 3 hrs
ELEC 100 - Basic Electricity and Electronics 5 hrs -or- ELEC 110 - Basic Component and Circuit Analysis 6 hrs
ELEC 130 - Digital Logic I 3 hrs
ENGL 101 - English Composition I 3 hrs

Total Hours: 17

Semester II

CMET 185 - Computer Maintenance II 3 hrs
COMM 143 - Speech 3 hrs -or- COMM 148 - Interpersonal Communication 3 hrs
CPNS 170 - Computer Networking I 4 hrs
CPNS 102 - WAN Basics and Routers 3 hrs
100-level or higher Mathematics (MATH) Elective 3 hrs

Total Hours: 16

Semester III

CPNS 205 - VLANs and Network Management 3 hrs
CPNS 240 - Computer Networking II 4 hrs
Laboratory Science Elective 4 hrs
Social Science Elective 3 hrs

Total Hours: 14

Semester IV

CMET 290 - Computer Maintenance IV 3 hrs (WR/S)
CPNS 280 - Computer Networking III 2 hrs
Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Writing, or Fitness/Wellness Elective 8 hrs

Total Hours: 13

Total Hours: 60

Program Enrichment Courses

After earning an ASCT degree in Electronics Technology - Computer Networking and Security Specialist, any student successfully completing the following recommended courses will gain additional skills expected in the industry and receive a Program Enrichment Certificate.

CPNS 221 - Network Security for WANs 4 hrs
CPNS 225 - WAN Design and Protocols 3 hrs
CPNS 248 - Network Security for LANs 2 hrs
CPNS 283 - Computer Networking IV 2 hrs

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