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8/22/2024 2:53:04 PM

Computer Network and Telecommunications Systems, Associate in Applied Science

Pathway:

Computer Network and Telecommunications Systems

Certificate Type:

Associate in Applied Science

Curriculum Code:

CIS.CNT.AAS (C207F)

Total Program Credits: 60-62

(formerly Computer Networking and Support Services)

The Computer Network and Telecommunications Systems program is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to obtain a position in the specialty of Network and Telecommunications Systems.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Computer Network and Telecommunications Systems program, the graduate will be able to:
  1. Describe hardware and software components of client computers, servers and networks in order to identify their areas of vulnerability.
  2. Write programs to develop computer logic and reasoning skills to be utilized in troubleshooting networks and network applications.
  3. Describe network topologies, routers, switches and protocols in order to design a network.
  4. Design and implement wired and wireless LAN’s, Internetworks and VPN’s (Virtual Private Networks) to enable communications and access to share resources.
  5. Administer and maintain networks in order to keep them operating efficiently.
  6. Analyze network traffic and troubleshoot network equipment to maintain network operations.
  7. Install, configure and maintain Windows client and server components of a network in order to make resources available to users.
  8. Design and implement network security and assess and remediate vulnerabilities to protect network resources.

(Reviewed Summer 2023)

Placement Measures

Program Map for Students

Semester One: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 101 Computer Systems & Business Applications

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 102 Professional Information Technology and Computer Science

Core Course

3

 
CIS 125 # Discrete Mathematics for Computing

Core Course

4

OR
MAT 110 # College Algebra

Core Course

3

OR
MAT 111 # Pre-Calculus

Core Course

5

OR
MAT 114 # Plane Trigonometry

Core Course

3

 
CIS 174 Administering Windows Server

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 177 Introduction to Linux

Core Course

3

 
CIS 210 # Data Communications & Networking Fundamentals

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 216 # Introduction to Networks CCNA

Core Course

3

 
RHT 101 # English Rhetoric & Composition I

Communications Gen-ed

3

Total Semester Credits:15-17
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan. Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events (if intending to transfer).

Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102.

CIS 125◊, MAT 110◊, MAT 111◊, MAT 114◊: Meets the Mathematics and/or Science general education requirement.

Semester Two: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 108 Introduction to Python

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 121 Introduction to Programming

Core Course

3

 
CIS 212 # Internetworking, Routing and Switching

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 217 # Switching, Routing, Wireless Essentials CCNA

Core Course

3

 
SPE 101 # Principles of Effective Speaking

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Humanities

Humanities Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Program Electives

Program Elective

3

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop.

Note: Grade of ‘C’ or high is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102. Students must complete RHT 101, with SPE 101, or RHT 101 with RHT 102. Students intending to transfer are encouraged to complete all three courses: RHT 101, RHT 102 and SPE 101 to meet university requirements.

Semester Three: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 220 # Introduction to Network Security

Core Course

3

CIS 236 Introduction to Wireless LAN Administration

Core Course

3

CIS 277 # Command Processing and Scripting

Core Course

3

Take Credits Program Electives

Program Elective

6

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop. (Minus the GECC Credential)

Semester Four: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science

Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Program Electives

Program Elective

12

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan and apply to your transfer institution(s) if intending to transfer. Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.)

Program electives (21):

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 176 LAN Administration: Windows Server

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 179 # Linux System Administration

Core Course

3

 
CIS 178 # Administering Web Servers

Core Course

3

CIS 218 # Enterprise Networking, Security, Automation CCNA

Core Course

3

CIS 222 # Administering Network Infrastructure

Core Course

3

CIS 224 # Managing a Network Environment

Core Course

3

CIS 226 # Advanced Network Security

Core Course

3

CIS 228 # Administering Directory Services

Core Course

3

CIS 238 # Introduction to Computer Forensics

Core Course

3

CIS 240 # Advanced Computer Forensics

Core Course

3

CIS 260 # Cooperative Work Experience

Core Course

1-2

CIS 278 # Database Management Systems

Core Course

3

(Select courses that meet the requirements of your transfer college.)

See Associate in Applied Science Graduation Requirements by discipline: https://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/2023-2024/triton-college-catalog/applied-science-programs/associate-in-applied-science-degree-requirements/

See CIS course descriptions.

Chairperson: Daniel Grigoletti, Ext. 3354; email: danielgrigoletti@triton.edu

 KEY
(AAS/CERT)
General Education Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements).
Core Course Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take.
Program Elective Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution.
General Elective Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits.
◊ symbol This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course)
# symbol This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course)