Certificate in Computer Information Systems – Networking Concentration
1215 Clock Hours
Description
Students will be fully prepared and qualified for positions as network administrators, systems and other network personnel. Many of the skills and competencies that will be acquired in the program can be applied to the CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cisco CCNA, Microsoft MCSA, MCSE, MCTS, MCITP, Fiber Optic and other certifications. Certification exams are optional and not included in cost estimates. Students must fulfill all requirements of the CIS A.S. Degree or Certificate. A certificate is designed to provide vocational skills; it is not equivalent to an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Program Objective
Upon completion of the Associate of Science in Computer Information Systems – Networking Concentration, the graduate will be able to:
- Develop requisite skills in Information Technology
- Describe fundamentals and theory of computer networking systems and how they are applied in various business situations
- Provide network security for day to day business operations
- Manage a network and networking environment using Microsoft
Windows Server - Describe network architecture including wireless, wired and fiber optic cabling
- Design and implement Microsoft networks