Network Administration (A.A.S.)

The network administration program teaches students how to design, build and maintain local and wide area networks. Successful completion of four Cisco Networking courses, representing 16 credits of core learning in the concentration, prepares students for the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) Exam. In addition to the Cisco curriculum, students learn how to support computer users and troubleshoot computer problems. Additional core courses in hardware, programming, computer user support, Windows, Linux and Novell help students build their knowledge of hardware and software, and two focus areas allow students to further expand their skills in either web development or database management. Upon completion of the program, students will also be prepared for the A+ Certification Exam. Graduates of this program will meet the needs of employers who seek to hire entry-level personnel with strong networking and troubleshooting skills.

Program Outcomes

Successful graduates of the network administration program will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills that meet industry standards and CCNA certification requirements in the use of routers and network administration technology;
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills that meet industry standards and A+ certification requirements in the use of computer hardware and operating systems technology;
• Use a computer programming language to solve problems in a workplace setting and implement appropriate solutions;
• Work effectively as part of an information
  technology team and provide appropriate computer user support services;
• Demonstrate proficiency in the development and administration of database systems or web sites to support workplace needs;
• Demonstrate academic knowledge required of all CCV graduates including competency in writing, information literacy, oral communication, and quantitative reasoning; and
• Identify career and transfer options and assume a professional role in the workplace.

In addition to the general education requirements for all A.A.S. degrees, click the link below to see the requirements within this concentration:

Concentration Requirements

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