Networking and Cybersecurity (A.S.)

Expected Outcomes

Graduates of this program should be able to:

• Apply computer and networking methods, procedures and principles, and use equipment and software for the purpose of installing, troubleshooting and maintaining LANs (local area networks) WANs, (wide area networks) and Wireless Networks;
• Apply fundamental concepts of programming languages and software development to solve a diverse array of problems and recognize these concepts in different systems;
• Work effectively with others to design, develop and troubleshoot enterprise level networks;
• Apply skills to mitigate, investigate and respond to cyberattacks;
• Communicate clearly, accurately and succinctly through written and verbal means;
• Apply technical concepts and principles to solve practical problems.
• Analyze and develop a plan to diagnose and solve technical networking problems;
• Act responsibly with integrity, self-confidence, and professionalism; and
• Apply critical thinking to evaluate alternative solutions in order to solve technical problems.

Graduation Requirements

To earn a degree in this program, a student must complete all program and general education credits, plus the following Additional Requirements.

Program Courses

General Education Courses

Additional Requirements

Minimum Cumulative Average

Suggested Pathway to Graduation

The following is a suggestion for completing this program in two years. The actual time needed to complete the program will vary according to each student’s individual needs.

First Semester

Second Semester

Third Semester

Fourth Semester

Footnotes

1. MAT requires MAT-102 or higher to meet program requirements.

Note

A minimum of three CIS courses must be taken in the five years prior to graduation.