Program Information
A.S. Degree - Code 2002 - Catalog 2017/2018
Anindya Paul, Chair, 386-506-4155, paula@DaytonaState.edu
Timothy Pintello, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4126, pintelt@DaytonaState.edu
Linda Sullivan, 386-506-4154, Linda.Sullivan@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The program is designed to prepare students to plan, install, configure, monitor, troubleshoot and manage computer networks in a LAN/WAN environment. This program helps students learn the fundamentals of computer hardware, operating systems and network essentials. Student success is encouraged by using innovative teaching methods. After completion, students may seek career jobs or transition into baccalaureate programs.
Description:
The Network Systems Technology program provides students with the technical credentials needed for IT (information technology) careers in computer network management, design, installation, maintenance and support. This program helps students learn the fundamentals of computer hardware, operating systems and network essentials. It shows students how to install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot and repair computers and networks. Students choose networking elective courses to further prepare to administer, configure, connect, plan, maintain, manage and secure complex local area and wide area networks. Depending upon network electives selected, the student can simultaneously complete industry certifications including Microsoft MCSA Certification, CompTIA A+, Network+, Linux+, Security+, Wireless Networking Certifications, and Cisco CCNA Certification. After completion, students may seek career jobs or transition into baccalaureate programs.
AS Certificates That Lead To This Degree:
The following AS Certificates are embedded within this degree: Advanced Network Infrastructure - 090800; Network Infrastructure - 092200; Network Server Administration - 090400; Network Support Technician - 090600; Wireless Communications - 092500; Network Communications (WAN) - 092400; Network Communications (LAN) - 092300. You may pursue the AS degree and also earn the AS certificates while completing the requirements for the degree, or pursue the AS certificates to develop or upgrade your skills. Contact your faculty or academic advisor for details and course options.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Analyze a problem, and identify and define the network services requirements appropriate to its solution.
- Demonstrate proficiency in computer networking, maintenance and support of network based systems.
- Apply knowledge of network services appropriate to the discipline.
- Function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.
- Apply and understand professional, ethical, legal, security, and social issues and responsibilities.
- Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- Analyze the local and global impact of network services on individuals, organizations and society.
- Recognize the need for, and an ability to engage in, continuing professional development.
- Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for network services practices.
- Apply network services foundations and theory in the modeling and design of network services based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices.
- Apply design and development principles in the construction of network services systems of varying complexity.
Note: This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state bright futures.
Approximate Additional Costs
Class Materials Fees: Refer to course descriptions in the current college catalog.
General Education Courses
General Education Core - 15 Credits
Communication Core (6 credits)
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
| SPC2608 | Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills | 3 |
Mathematics Core (3 credits)
MAC1105: Students seeking to transfer to Bachelor's program are recommended to complete MAC1105 to satisfy their Mathematics core requirement.
Social Sciences Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
Humanities Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
| AML2050 | Modern American Literature | 3 |
| AML2060 | Contemporary American Literature | 3 |
| AML2600 | Introduction to African American Literature | 3 |
| ARH1000 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| DAN1100 | Dance Appreciation | 3 |
| HUM2230 | Renaissance to Postmodern Humanities | 3 |
| HUM2210 | Prehistory to Medieval Humanities | 3 |
| LIT2040 | Dramatic Literature | 3 |
| LIT2110 | Masterpieces of World Literature I | 3 |
| LIT2120 | Masterpieces of World Literature II | 3 |
| LIT2380 | Literature By Women | 3 |
| MUH2110 | Introduction to Music History and Literature | 3 |
| MUL1010 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| THE1000 | Theatre Appreciation | 3 |
| MUL2380 | Popular Music in America | 3 |
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Program Specific Courses
| CTS2306 | Microsoft Windows Professional | 3 |
| CET2154 | A+ Computer Repair | 4 |
| CTS2328 | Managing and Maintaining a Windows Network Environment | 3 |
| CET2850 | Wireless and Mobile Security | 3 |
| CET2660 | Fundamentals of Network Security | 3 |
| CTS2370 | Virtualization Infrastructure: Installation and Configuration | 3 |
| COP1000 | Principles of Computer Programming | 3 |
| CIS2949 | Cooperative Education Experience in Computer and Information Systems | 1 |
| CTS2321 | Linux Fundamentals | 3 |
| CET1600 | Network Plus | 3 |
| CIS2350 | Principles of Information Assurance | 3 |
| EGS1000 | Professional Performance for Technicians | 3 |
Computer Elective (Choose 9 credit hours)
Recommended Security Concentration Electives
| CGS2840 | Cryptology | 3 |
| CIS2381 | Foundations of Digital Forensics | 3 |
| Computer Elective (3 Hrs.) - Any from the List | 3 |
Recommended CISCO Concentration Electives
| CET2615 | Advanced Cisco Router Configuration | 3 |
| CET2620 | Cisco Wide Area Network (WAN) | 3 |
| Computer Elective (3 Hrs.) - Any from the List | 3 |
Recommended Windows Concentration Electives
| CTS2310 | Designing Windows Network Security | 3 |
| CTS2320 | Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Windows Network Infrastructure | 3 |
| Computer Elective (3 Hrs.) - Any from the List | 3 |
Computer Electives List
| EET1607C | Electronics Assembly and Cabling and Lab | 3 |
| CTS2311 | Linux Networking and Security | 3 |
| COP2360 | C# Programming | 3 |
| CTS2214 | Project Management w/Microsoft Project | 3 |
| COP2800 | Computer Programming Java | 3 |
| CET2625 | Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks | 3 |
| CTS2302 | Microsoft Windows Active Directory Services | 3 |
| CNT2402 | Certified Ethical Hacker | 3 |
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
| EGS1000 | Professional Performance for Technicians | 3 |
| CET2154 | A+ Computer Repair | 4 |
| COP1000 | Principles of Computer Programming | 3 |
| Social Sciences Core | 3 |
2nd Semester
| CET1600 | Network Plus | 3 |
| CTS2321 | Linux Fundamentals | 3 |
| CTS2306 | Microsoft Windows Professional | 3 |
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| Mathematics Core | 3 |
Summer Semester
| SPC2608 | Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills | 3 |
Year 2
1st Semester
| Concentration | 3 |
| Concentration | 3 |
| CIS2350 | Principles of Information Assurance | 3 |
| CTS2370 | Virtualization Infrastructure: Installation and Configuration | 3 |
| CET2850 | Wireless and Mobile Security | 3 |
2nd Semester
| CTS2328 | Managing and Maintaining a Windows Network Environment | 3 |
| Concentration | 3 |
| CET2660 | Fundamentals of Network Security | 3 |
| CIS2949 | Cooperative Education Experience in Computer and Information Systems | 1 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Any AS degree at Daytona State College will articulate into and allow admission into the BS programs offered at Daytona State College.