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 learn to manage Linux-based servers powering 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 18-19 CREDITS
Composition 6 credits
Mathematics 3-4 credits
| MAT 142 | College Mathematics** | 3 |
| or higher (3-4 credits) | |
Liberal Arts 6 credits
Technology Literacy 3 credits
| CIS 120 | Introduction to Information Systems** | 3 |
CORE CURRICULUM 38 CREDITS
| CIS 128 | Linux Operating System* | 4 |
| CIS 130 | Programming Logic* | 3 |
| CIS 160 | Introduction to Information Security** | 4 |
| CIS 164 | Introduction to Scripting Using Python* | 4 |
| CIS 229 | Linux System Administration* | 4 |
| CIS 259 | Advanced Linux Systems Administration* | 4 |
| CIS 294 | Field Experience in Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| CNT 140 | Introduction to Cisco Networks* | 3 |
| CNT 150 | Cisco Routing and Switching Essentials* | 3 |
| CNT 240 | Scaling Cisco Networks* | 3 |
| CNT 250 | Connecting Cisco Networks* | 3 |
ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE DEGREE)
The CIS Department recommends any course from the list of department approved electives.
TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 60 CREDITS