Networking Technologies with a Specialization in CISCO- Red Hat Linux Administration AAS

This track begins with four courses in computer network fundamentals intended to establish a firm foundation before addressing advanced topics. The remainder of the curriculum provides instruction in various aspects in network administration.  Scripting instruction will be provided in Python and PowerShell. Industry based technologies in CISCO, Microsoft, and Linux are addressed in the advanced coursework. The curriculum includes the skills sets recognized by the NSA and DHS exemplary for cyber defense. The curriculum is designed for immediate entry into the workforce and for preparation of industry certification.

Requirements

First Semester

ITSC 1405Introduction to PC Operating Systems

4

ITNW 1425Fundamentals of Networking Technologies

4

ITSY 1400Fundamentals of Information Security

4

ITSE 1429Programming Logic and Design

4

Total Credit Hours:16

Second Semester

ITCC 1414CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks

4

ITNW 1316Network Administration I

3

ITSC 1358UNIX System Administration I

3

ENGL 1301Composition I CORE

3

Total Credit Hours:13

Summer Session I

XXXX X3XXLanguage, Philosophy, and Culture/Creative Arts CORE

3

Total Credit Hours:3

Summer Session II

MATH X3XXMathematics CORE

3

Total Credit Hours:3

Third Semester

ITCC 1444CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials

4

ITNW 2305Network Administration II

3

ITSC 2325Advanced Linux

3

XXXX X3XXAmerican History/Government/Political Science/Social and Behavioral Science Elective

3

Total Credit Hours:13

Fourth Semester

ITCC 2420CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation

4

ITSY 2359Security Assessment and Auditing CAPSTONE

3

ITSC 2281Cooperative Education - Computer and Information Sciences, General

2

SPCH X3XXComponent Area Option - CORE

3

Total Credit Hours:12

Total Credit Hours: 60