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Computer Networking & Systems Administration

The CNS associate's degree encompasses coursework on operating systems, network operating systems, NetWare, UNIX, Windows XP and Windows Network strategies, network cabling systems and inter-networking for multi-vendor and divergent systems. A full-time, academically prepared student can complete the program in about two years.

Computer Networking & Systems Administration
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Total Credits: 72




First Semester			Credits
ITSC	1309	Integrated Software Applications I (TP)	3
ITSC	1321	Intermediate PC Operating Systems	3
ITSC	1325	Personal Computer Hardware	3
ITNW	1358	Network+	3
ENGL	1301	Composition I	3
Semester Total 15

Second Semester			Credits
ITNW	1308	Implementing and Supporting Client OS	3
ITSW	1307	Introduction to Database	3
ITSC	1329	Fundamentals of Solaris Operating Environment	3
ITCC	1302	LAN Design and Protocols: Cisco 1	3
ENGL	2311	Technical and Business Writing	3
Semester Total 15

Third Semester			Credits
ITMT	1340	Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment	3
ITCC	1306	Basic Router Configuration: Cisco 2	3
ITSC	1316	Linux	3
HUMA	1301	Introduction to Humanities	3
MATH	1332	Contemporary Mathematics I	3
Semester Total 15

Fourth Semester			Credits
ITMT	1355	Implementing a Microsoft Windows Network Infrastructure	3
ITNW	2354	Internet/Intranet Server	3
ITNW	2335	Network Troubleshooting and Support	3
ITCC	1342	LAN Management: Cisco 3	3
PSYC	2301	General Psychology	3
Semester Total 15

Fifth Semester			Credits
		Approved Elective	3
ITSC	1354	Solaris Operating Environment Systems Administration	3
ITCC	1346	WAN Management: Cisco 4	3
ITSC	2370	Final Project: Systems Administration	3
Semester Total 12


Note: See the department for a list of approved courses that can be substituted for any ITNW, ITMC, ITCC, ITSC, ITSE, ITSW course approved by the Department Chair.

Capstone course: A required learning experience which results in a consolidation and synthesis of a student's educational experience. The capstone experience certifies mastery of entry-level work place competencies.

Courses are subject to change. Contact the department chair for an update.

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