Computer Network Administration

Computer Network Administration

This program prepares the student for employment in the field of Computer Networking. The focus is on developing skills in a combination of the network technologies. Specific learning outcomes include developing team dynamics in the following skills: Network Media and Hardware Installation, LAN and WAN Design, Network Management, Fundamentals of Networking Devices, Client Hardware Repair, Network Operating Systems Installation and Configuration, Networking Device Operating Systems, Installation and Configuration, Client Operating Systems Installation and Configuration, Network Security, Remote Access, Active Directory, Network Infrastructure, Exchange Server, Routing Principles and Configuration, and Maintaining a Corporate Network. Students will be prepared to take specific industry certification exams related to network administration.

A.S. DEGREE MAJOR OR CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

Program Requirements Units

Course Units Offered Pre-Req/Recommended Prep
CSNT 110 Hardware and O.S. Fundamentals 4 Fall, Spring, Summer None
CSNT 111 Networking Fundamentals 3 Fall, Spring, Summer None
CSNT 120 Windows Client and Microsoft Office Deployment 3 * TBD CSNT 110 and CSNT 111
CSNT 121 Windows Server 3 Fall FT 2 only) CSNT 111
CSNT 122 Windows Systems Administration 3 Fall CSNT 111
CSNT 110 (taken concurrently)
CSNT 130 Linux Administration 3 Fall, Spring None
CSNT 160 Cisco Networking 3 Fall CSNT 110 and CSNT 111
CSNT 181 Hacker Prevention/Security 3 Fall, Spring None
CSNT 250 Cyber Defense and Analysis 3 Fall, Spring CSNT 181
CSNT 280 Computer Forensics Fundamentals 3 Fall, Spring None

TOTAL UNITS 31

* To Be Determined – Contact Department
** This course may be taken concurrently