Program Start Date: Fall term or spring term
Minimum Program Length: 84 academic weeks; 6 terms day or evening (See Unique Aspects below); 70 credits
Curriculum Code: 35104
Program Description
Computer technology with networking electives students develop skills in PC operating systems, PC hardware concepts, computer software applications, and designing, building and maintaining small to medium sized computer networks.
Practical Experience
Students work with different types of operating systems, networking architectures and personal computer applications. Lab projects are completed using Cisco networking devices such as switches and routers. Students develop logical thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills.
Professional Opportunities
Network technician, IT support technician, cable technician and Cisco Certified Network Associate.
Unique Aspects
This program uses course materials from the Cisco Networking Academy Program, a cooperative venture between colleges and Cisco Systems. Graduates of this program are prepared to complete the certification exam offered by Cisco Systems to become a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
The advanced networking classes (indicated by a + symbol below) are offered on a rotating schedule between day and evening hours. The classes will only be offered during daytime hours for fall 2018, spring 2019 and summer 2019. These classes will only be offered during evening hours for fall 2019, spring 2020 and summer 2020 terms.
EEDA Career Cluster:
Information Technology
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