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

* The Cisco and Linux Networking Associate of Applied Science program is on a teach-out plan and the college is no longer admitting students.

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).

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101Composition**

3

ENG 102English Composition**

3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 142College Mathematics**

3

or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 120Introduction to Information Systems**

3

CORE CURRICULUM 38 CREDITS

CIS 128Linux Operating System**

4

CIS 130Programming Logic*

3

CIS 160Introduction to Information Security**

4

CIS 164Introduction to Scripting Using Python**

4

CIS 229Linux System Administration*

4

CIS 259Advanced Linux Systems Administration*

4

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 THE DEGREE)

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

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 60 CREDITS