Curriculum
The Network Specialist - IT Associate Degree is a two-year, four-semester program. Upon graduation, a student will have completed 68 credits.
FIRST SEMESTER
10-103-141 Micro: Access-Intro
1
10-150-163 IT:Network:Cisco 1
3
10-150-174 IT:Network:Client Op Sys
3
10-154-150 IT:Support:Hardware-Intro
3
10-801-136 English Composition 1
3
SECOND SEMESTER
10-107-194 IT:Documentation
2
10-150-157 IT:Network:UNIX/LINUX-Intro
3
10-150-165 IT:Network:Microsoft Server 1
3
10-150-168 IT:Network:Cisco 2
3
10-801-196 Oral/Interpersonal Comm
3
THIRD SEMESTER
10-150-145 IT:Network:Security Fund
3
10-150-186 IT:Network:Microsoft Server 2
4
10-150-188 IT:Network:Apps-Microsoft
4
10-809-172 Race Ethnic & Diversity
3
10-809-199 Psychology Of Human Relations
3
FOURTH SEMESTER
10-102-100 Bus and Info Tech Occup Prep
1
10-150-170 IT:Network:Capstone
2
10-150-173 IT:Newtork:Cisco 3
3
10-150-197 IT:Network:Apps-Linux
3
10-150-199 IT:Network: Intern Practicum
2
10-809-166 Intro to Ethics: Theory & App
3
Suggested Electives
IT:Network:Firewall Inst/Conf, 10-150-146
IT:Network:Computer Forensics, 10-150-169
IT:Program:Visual Basic, 10-152-163
IT:Support:Hardware-Advanced, 10-154-158
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
These courses provide an opportunity for students to develop the knowledge, skills, and understanding required for employment in this field.
10-102-100 BUS AND INFO TECH OCCUP PREP ...career exploration, self exploration, career planning, career placement, job seeking skills.
10-103-141 MICRO: ACCESS-INTRODUCTION ...creating and modifying database tables, compacting a database, managing records, defining table relationships, creating queries, calculations, and aggregate functions, sorting, and using form and report wizards. Requires Windows experience.
10-106-145 KEYBOARDING ...keyboarding at a personal productivity level, correct posture, touch typing on the alpha-numeric keyboard using an interactive software package running on a microcomputer. No experience required.
10-107-194 IT:DOCUMENTATION ...plan documentation content and delivery methods; develop online, context-sensitive written documentation, become familiar with ISO 9000 standards, package PDF files, and create compiled help modules. Proficiency using Word required. (Prerequisite: 10-801-136, English Composition 1 or equivalent)
10-150-145 IT:NETWORK:SECURITY FUNDAMENTALS ...examine common security vulnerabilities and defenses used to protect network resources. Included is a discussion of security policies, user awareness training, network monitoring, and secure network design. (Prerequisites: 10-150-157, IT:Network:UNIX/LINUX-Intro; 10-150-165, IT:Network:Microsoft Server 1; 10-150-168, IT:Network:Cisco 2)
10-150-157 IT:NETWORK:UNIX/LINUX-INTRO ...an introductory look at Unix/Linux administration and implementation. The learner will install, configure, and administer a Unix/Linux server, populate the system with users/groups, write scripts, and troubleshoot system failures. (Prerequisites: 10-150-163, IT:Network:Cisco 1 and 10-150-174, IT:Network:Client Operating Systems)
10-150-163 IT:NETWORK:CISCO 1 ...cable characteristics and termination, structured cabling systems, OSI reference model, IP addressing and subnetting, network architectures and basic protocols, Ethernet switches, basic router operation and configuration.
10-150-165 IT:NETWORK:MICROSOFT SERVER 1 ...Microsoft Server OS administration and implementation. Learner will install and configure the OS, Active Directory, Group Policies, IIS and security. Exam objectives for the Microsoft's 70-290 exam are addressed. (Prerequisite: 10-150-174, IT:Network:Client Operating Systems)
10-150-168 IT:NETWORK:CISCO 2 ...basic routing and packet-forwarding concepts; understanding, configuring and troubleshooting dynamic routing protocols; IP addressing with VLSM; static routes. (Prerequisite: 10-150-163, IT:Network: Cisco 1)
10-150-170 IT:NETWORK:CAPSTONE ...individual case studies to review and consolidate the knowledge and skills gained in previous classes. Course is intended to be taken during the student's last semester. (Prerequisites: 10-150-145, IT:Network:Security Fundamentals; 10-150-186, IT:Network:Microsoft Server 2;10-150-188, IT: Network:Applications)
10-150-173 IT:NETWORK:CISCO 3 ...layer 2 & 3 switching, switch configuration, management and security, configure and manage VLANs, trunking, inter-VLAN routing, access control lists and other advanced Cisco topics. (Prerequisite: 10-150-168, IT:Network:Cisco 2)
10-150-174 IT:NETWORK:CLIENT OPERATING SYSTEMS ...basic OS functions; memory, CPU, device/file management techniques, OS installation/configuration; configuration of I/O and storage devices; basic network connectivity; standard system maintenance procedures; command line introduction and batch file writing.
10-150-186 IT:NETWORK:MICROSOFT SERVER 2 ...remote workstation installation and administration, DHCP, DNS, IPsec, and VPN. Enterprise software deployment, Terminal Services, multi domain management and migration. Administration scripting, performance monitoring, and network security. (Prerequistes: 10-150-165, IT:Network:Microsoft Server 1; 10-150-168, IT:Network:Cisco 2)
10-150-188 IT:NETWORK:APPLICATIONS-MICROSOFT ...fundamentals of project management, software installation in a network environment, application launching options, application and data security, Groupware applications, Network utility software, and effective user support. (Prerequistes: 10-150-165, IT:Network:Microsoft Server 1; 10-150-168, IT:Network:Cisco 2)
10-150-197 IT:NETWORK:APPLICATIONS-LINUX ...designing, implementing, and securing various network applications and services in a Linux-based network including, Web, Email, Infrastructure, and Database services. These services will be implemented using both physical and virtualized Linux servers. (Prerequisite: 10-150-157, IT:Network:UNIX/LINUX-Intro)
10-150-199 IT:NETWORK: INTERN PRACTICUM ...practical hands-on experience applying skills developed in the program at an approved site with supervision by an employer and the instructor with related projects and discussion. (Pre/Corequisite: 10-102-100, Bus and Info Tech Occup Prep)
10-154-150 IT:SUPPORT:HARDWARE-INTRO ...computer network terminology, component identification, POST, computer/peripheral configuration and maintenance, basic operating systems concepts and installations, basic networking concepts and configurations and troubleshooting using the Cisco IT Essentials curriculum..
10-801-136 ENGLISH COMPOSITION 1 ...learners develop knowledge/skills in planning, organizing, writing, editing. Students will also analyze audience/purpose, use elements of research, format documents using standard guidelines, and develop critical reading skills. 3 cr.
10-804-133 MATH & LOGIC ...students will apply mathematical problem solving techniques. Topics will include symbolic logic, sets, algebra, Boolean algebra, and number bases. (Prerequisite: Recommendation:Accuplacer Algebra Test = 61) 3 cr.
10-801-196 ORAL/INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION ...the communication process, perception and self-concept, language, listening, nonverbal communication, interpersonal relationships, communication in groups and public communication; prepare and deliver an oral presentation. 3 cr.
10-809-195 ECONOMICS ...scarcity, resources, alternative economic systems, growth, supply and demand, monetary and fiscal policy, inflation, unemployment, and global economic issues. 3 cr.
10-809-172 RACE ETHNIC & DIVERSITY ...basic American values of justice and equality by teaching vocabulary, history of immigration/conquest, transcultural communication, legal liability, multicultural majority/minority relations, ageism, sexism, gender, sexual orientation, the disabled/ADA. 3 cr.
10-809-199 PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN RELATIONS ...decision making, motivation, conflict resolution, learning strategies, growth and adjustment, diversity, psychological theories, relationships, psychological disorders, stress, career analysis, social psychology, and lifespan development. 3 cr.
10-809-166 INTRO TO ETHICS: THEORY & APP ...basic understanding of theoretical foundations of ethical thought; analyze/compare relevant issues using diverse ethical perspectives; critically evaluate individual, social/professional standards of behavior--applying a systematic decision-making process. 3 cr.