Computer Network Support Specialist Certificate of Achievement
This course of study prepares students for entry-level employment in the computer-networking field. The courses also prepare students to take multiple industry-recognized certifications from Cisco Systems, including the CCENT, CCNA, and CCNA Security. Students will also be prepared to take the A+ certification examination from CompTIA and the MTA examination from Microsoft. Most of the courses in this Certificate are part of the Cisco Networking Academy Program.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| CIT 101 | Introduction to Computer Literacy | 3 |
| CIT 110 | Information and Communications Technology Essentials | 4 |
| CIT 091 | Computer Network Fundamentals (Cisco Networking Academy) | 3 |
| CIT 092 | Basic Switching and Routing (Cisco Networking Academy) | 3 |
| CIT 093 | Advanced Routing and Switching Cisco (Cisco Networking Academy) | 3 |
| CIT 094 | Wide Area Network Technologies and Network Services (Cisco Networking Academy) | 3 |
| CIT 099 | Cisco Certified Network Associate Security | 3 |
| Total Units | 22 | |
Students working for certificates must have a basic knowledge of arithmetic, reading and writing in order to learn and work in the occupations they select.
This is a Gainful Employment Program
Program Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Attainment of Industry recognized certification(s) such as Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Cisco Certified Network Associate - Security (CCNA-Security)
- Participate in a student networking competition such as Cisco NetRiders
- Complete a computer networking internship experience
- Obtain employment part-time or full-time in a computer networking related field