Network Technology Certificate ****

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No. of Credit: 24

Contact: (vacant), Chair, Business and Technology Division;

W. Hume Hayes, Program Coordinator

This certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in the information technology field such as Network Associate, Network Support Analyst, Network Technician, Junior Network Administrator. Graduates will be able to conduct network management and maintenance including router and switch configuration, firewall implementation and management, user access control, and network security monitoring.

The courses in this certificate are applicable to the Information Systems Security AAS degree.

The maximum number of credits accepted in transfer from other institutions to this program is 12. Credit for Networking 1, 2,3, and 4 may be granted by presenting current Certified Cisco Network Associate (CCNA) credentials.

Required Courses and Recommended Sequence:

The following is a recommended sequence of courses for completing this program. College Prep and prerequisite course requirements, credit load, and/or course availability may affect a student’s individual progress. Course availability within the program sequences is specifically intended for full-time students who begin their course work with the fall semester. Students should always consult their online program evaluation or an academic advisor to better understand typical course availability and individual program planning.

First Semester

Second Semester

Notes:

* Courses requiring a prerequisite

** Program option

*** special criteria for required general education courses

**** Pending MHEC approval