Cisco and Linux Networking - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - CLN)

The Cisco and Linux Networking Associate of Applied Science degree prepares students to become networking associates in small to medium-sized businesses. Students develop multi-faceted skills in networking technology and in Linux-based servers that power the internet.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Demonstrate proficiency with the Linux file system, commands, and utilities.
  • Describe and apply the methods of securing a network.
  • Describe, configure, and troubleshoot serial and broadband connections using debugging and troubleshooting tools.
  • Demonstrate advanced management of Linux users and groups.
  • Configure and troubleshoot basic operations of Cisco routers in a complex routed network for internet protocol version 4 (IPv4) and internet protocol version 6 (IPv6).

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-20 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101Composition**

3

ENG 102English Composition**

3

Mathematics 3-5 credits

MAT 142College Mathematics**

3

or higher (3-5 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 120Introduction to Information Systems**

3

CORE CURRICULUM 37 CREDITS

CIS 128Linux Operating System*

4

CIS 130Programming Logic*

3

CIS 160Introduction to Information Security*

4

CIS 229Linux System Administration*

4

CIS 248Perl Scripting*

3

CIS 259Advanced Linux Systems Administration*

4

CIS 294Field Experience in Computer Information Systems

3

CNT 140Introduction to Cisco Networks*

3

CNT 150Cisco Routing and Switching Essentials*

3

CNT 240Scaling Cisco Networks*

3

CNT 250Connecting Cisco Networks*

3

ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE 64 CREDITS)

The CIS Department recommends any course from the list of department approved electives.

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 64 CREDITS