Computer Network and Telecommunications Systems, Associate in Applied Science

Pathway:

Computer Network and Telecommunications Systems

Degree Type:

Associate in Applied Science

Curriculum Code:

CIS.CNT.AAS (C207F)

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Computer Network and Telecommunications Systems program, the graduate will be able to:

• describe hardware and software components of client computers, servers and networks in order to identify their areas of vulnerability;
• write programs to develop computer logic and reasoning skills to be utilized in troubleshooting networks and network applications;
• describe network topologies, routers, switches and protocols in order to design a network;
• design and implement wired and wireless LAN’s, Internetworks and VPN’s (Virtual Private Networks) to enable communications and access to share resources;
• administer and maintain networks in order to keep them operating efficiently;
• analyze network traffic and troubleshoot network equipment to maintain network operations;
• install, configure and maintain Windows client and server components of a network in order to make resources available to users; and
• design and implement network security and assess and remediate vulnerabilities to protect network resources.

(Spring 2022)

Placement Measures

Program Map for Students

Semester One: Fall
Course	Category	Credits
CIS 101 ◊ Computer Systems & Business Applications	Core Course	3
OR
CIS 102 Professional Information Technology and Computer Science	Core Course	3
CIS 125 ◊ # Discrete Mathematics for Computing	Core Course	4
OR
MAT 110 ◊ # College Algebra	Core Course	3
OR
MAT 111 ◊ # Pre-Calculus	Core Course	5
OR
MAT 114 ◊ # Plane Trigonometry	Core Course	3
CIS 174 ◊ Windows Client-Server Systems Administration	Core Course	3
OR
CIS 177 ◊ Introduction to Linux	Core Course	3
CIS 210 ◊ # Data Communications & Networking Fundamentals	Core Course	3
OR
CIS 216 # Introduction to Networks CCNA	Core Course	3
RHT 101 ◊ # Freshman Rhetoric & Composition I	Communications Gen-ed	3
	Total Semester Credits:	15-17
Next Steps	Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan. Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events (if intending to transfer).

Semester Two: Spring
Course	Category	Credits
CIS 121 ◊ Introduction to Programming	Core Course	3
CIS 212 ◊ # Internetworking, Routing and Switching	Core Course	3
OR
CIS 217 # Switching, Routing, Wireless Essentials CCNA	Core Course	3
SPE 101 ◊ # Principles of Effective Speaking	Communications Gen-ed	3
Take Credits Humanities	Humanities Gen-ed	3
Take Credits Program Electives	Program Elective	3
	Total Semester Credits:	15
Next Steps	Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop.

Semester Three: Fall
Course	Category	Credits
CIS 220 ◊ # Introduction to Network Security	Core Course	3
CIS 236 ◊ Introduction to Wireless LAN Administration	Core Course	3
CIS 277 ◊ # Command Processing and Scripting	Core Course	3
Take Credits	Program Elective	6
	Total Semester Credits:	15
Next Steps	Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop. (Minus the GECC Credential)

Semester Four: Spring
Course	Category	Credits
Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science	Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed	3
Take Credits	Program Elective	12
	Total Semester Credits:	15
Next Steps	Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan and apply to your transfer institution(s) if intending to transfer. Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.)

Program electives (21):
Course	Category	Credits
CIS 176 ◊ LAN Administration: Windows Server	Core Course	3
OR
CIS 179 ◊ # Linux System Administration	Core Course	3
CIS 178 ◊ # Administering Web Servers	Core Course	3
CIS 218 # Enterprise Networking, Security, Automation CCNA	Core Course	3
CIS 222 ◊ # Administering Network Infrastructure	Core Course	3
CIS 224 ◊ # Managing a Network Environment	Core Course	3
CIS 226 ◊ # Advanced Network Security	Core Course	3
CIS 228 ◊ # Administering Directory Services	Core Course	3
CIS 238 ◊ # Introduction to Computer Forensics	Core Course	3
CIS 240 ◊ # Advanced Computer Forensics	Core Course	3
CIS 260 ◊ # Cooperative Work Experience	Core Course	1-2
CIS 278 ◊ # Database Management Systems	Core Course	3