The Computer Networking associate degree provides a solid foundation to begin or advance in a career in information technology. Additionally, it can serve as a launch point for those who wish to continue on to a bachelor degree. This degree is for those who wish to develop the “hands on” skills that are required to function in a high tech environment. The core courses all integrate conceptual understanding with practical lab applications.
This program covers all the requirements to obtain the CCNA (Cisco Certified Networking Associate), CompTIA Linux+ and AWS Cloud practitioner certifications.
In addition to technical skills, the successful graduates learn the skills required to communicate and interact successfully with end users, customers, colleagues and supervisors.
Upon the completion of the degree in Computer Networking, graduates will be able to:
- Be able to design, assemble, configure, and troubleshoot computer hardware.
- Perform configuration on basic network devices for wired and wireless networks.
- Perform basic system administration including management of system accounts for Windows and Linux.
- Create basic configuration scripts (python, bash, bat).
- Describe the function of the major AWS services and use the AWS console for basic configuration tasks.
- Work well as a member of a team.
- Use critical thinking skills to solve networking and computer systems problems.
In addition, the graduate will be able to demonstrate competency in the general education outcomes.