Information/Networking Technology
The Information/Networking Technology (AAS) offers you a way to fully develop and gain confidence in IT skills, prepare for taking IT certification exams, and earn a valuable credential that prepares you for jobs in this in-demand career field. Coursework in the Information/Networking Technology AAS degree program aligns with widely recognized and respected IT industry certifications and prepares you with the foundational skills needed to enter the IT profession. Integrating hands-on, applied learning with theory, you will gain practical knowledge and skills essential for a variety of IT positions such as IT Specialist and Network Support Specialist. Approximately 40% of the classroom time contains hands-on training with advanced computer and networking equipment to provide the student with real world experience. Students who are successful in this program will be prepared to take industry exams such as A+, Network+, Server+, Security+, CCENT, MTA, and MCSA.
Occupational Objective: Information Technology (IT) Specialist, Network Support Specialist.
Degree Requirements
Related Instruction Requirements
| CAPP 131 | Basic Microsoft Office | |
HLTH
| Health Option | 2 |
| HS 100 | Human Relations | |
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| M 121 | College Algebra | |
| Or | |
| M 145 | Math for Liberal Arts | |
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| NASX 105 | Introduction to American Inidan Studies | |
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| WRIT 101 | College Writing | |
| Or | |
| WRIT 104 | Workplace Communications | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Program of Study Courses
Total Credit Hours: 60
Information/Networking Technology
First Semester (Fall)
Second Semester (SP)
| ITS 220 | Fundamentals Of Wireless LANS | |
| ITS 224 | Introduction To Linux | |
| ITS 164 | Networking Fundamentals | |
ITS 170
| | 3 |
Third Semester (F)
Fourth Semester (SP)
| CAPP 156 | Microsoft Excel | |
| ITS 217 | Network Operating System â€" Server Admin/App | |
| ITS 289 | Professional Certification | |
| NTS 105 | Routing & Switching Essentials | |
Total Credit Hours: 48
Program Learning Outcomes:
- Troubleshoot and repair computer hardware.
- Set up operating systems and troubleshoot software.
- Set up and document LAN networks using troubleshooting skills.
- Set up and document WAN networks using troubleshooting skills.
- Set up and document secure networks.
- Use business-oriented computer software programs, i.e. Microsoft Office.
- Use appropriate tools to administer and troubleshoot computers.
