Networking Pathway Certificate

What careers are in my future?

Certificate Completers will be able to

• Design a local area network (LAN) per specifications and using required physical components.

• Install network hardware including routers, interface cards, and cabling.

• Install and configure network and desktop operating system software.

• Design, implement, and maintain a secure network environment.

How do I get started in this program?

Requirements for Program Entry

• Experience using a computer system to include a keyboard and mouse.

• Ability to keyboard at 20 wpm.

• User level familiarity with one or more computer operating systems.

IT:Network: Network Essentials

What will I learn?

Curriculum

Students following the study plan below will complete the Networking Pathway Certificate in the number of semesters shown.

FIRST SEMESTER

10-150-175

10-150-175 IT:NETWORK:NETWORK ESSENTIALS...develop the knowledge, skills, process, and understanding of client OS installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting; network connectivity; standard system maintenance procedures; command line introduction; and basic PowerShell script writing.

10-150-163

IT:Network:Cisco 1

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.

SEMESTER TOTAL

SECOND SEMESTER

10-150-156

IT:Network:Linux 1

10-150-156 IT:NETWORK:LINUX 1...an introductory look at the Linux operating system. Installation and configuration; boot up and login process; directory structure purpose/use; maneuvering in the Command Line Interface; understanding Long Directory Listings; Users and Groups; modifying permissions; remote access; starting and stopping services. (Prerequisites: 10-150-175, IT:Network:Network Essentials)

IT:Network:Microsoft Server 1

10-150-165

10-150-165 IT:NETWORK:MICROSOFT SERVER 1 ...Acquire necessary skills for supporting and configuring Windows Server including installation and configuration of an Active Directory Domain. Account administration, group policy management and core server roles and features are identified while preparing for MCSA Exam 70-410. (Prerequisite: 10-150-175, IT:Network:Network Essentials)

10-150-192

IT:Network:PowerShell

10-150-192 IT:NETWORK:POWERSHELL...introduction to PowerShell concepts and how it is used for managing Microsoft networks; develop fundamental understanding of Windows management through the use of native command-lets, programming logic, and script development. (Prerequisite: 10-150-175 IT: Network: Network Essentials, Corequisite: 10-150-165, IT:Network:Microsoft Server 1)

10-150-168

IT:Network:Cisco 2

10-150-168 IT:NETWORK:CISCO 2 ...Basic configuration of routers and switches; resolving common issues with RIP, OSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. (Prerequisite: 10-150-163, IT:Network: Cisco 1; 10-150-175 IT: Network: Network Essentials)

SEMESTER TOTAL

TOTAL CREDITS