Network Technology - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - NWT)

The Network Technology Associate of Applied Science degree provides students with the knowledge and skills for immediate employment in the field of computer networking.

Learning Outcomes

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

Diagnose and remedy many of the common causes of network failure in current network operating systems.
Interconnect multiple networks and servers using current network operating systems.
Install additional PC workstations by using current network technologies and by properly configuring network hardware, software, and user accounts.
Determine with reasonable accuracy whether network user problems arise from the workstation, network cabling, network configuration, or network application; and take steps to correct the problems.
Demonstrate proficiency with a variety of networking technologies including, but not limited to, network routing, Linux, and Microsoft.

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101	Composition**	3
ENG 102	English Composition**	3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 142	College Mathematics***	3
	or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

PSY 101	Introduction to Psychology**	3
	Liberal arts	3

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 120

Introduction to Information Systems**

CORE CURRICULUM 47 CREDITS

CYB 101	Introduction to Cybersecurity**	3
CIS 128	Linux Operating System**	4
CIS 140	Introduction to Operating Systems**	3
CIS 150	Essentials of Networking**	3
CIS 161	Network Security**	4
CIS 179	Applied Technical Writing*	3
CIS 229	Linux System Administration**	4
CIS 236	Microsoft Workstation Operating Systems**	4
CIS 245	Microsoft Server and Active Directory*	4
CIS 260	Service and Maintenance of Personal Computers*	4
CIS 262	Network Support and Troubleshooting*	4
CIS 270	Systems Analysis**	4
CIS 294	Field Experience in Computer Information Systems	3