ISTC 1513 — Network Fundamentals ............................................................................................................. 3
Certificate of Proficiency in Networking 15 Credit Hours This Networking Certificate of Proficiency trains students in the installation and configuration of routers, switches and other network components. This program provides students with knowledge and skills to implement and manage network access, connectivity, services, security, automation and programmability. The courses prepare students for CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam. Hours earned in this program apply toward completion of the AAS in Information Systems Technology. Job Opportunities Network Administrator Network Security Specialist Network Analyst Technical Support Engineer System/Network Engineer Program Goals Program graduates will: • design network architectures and models to utilize protocols and networking elements needed to support small business operations • configure switches and routers for small-to-medium networks, including wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts • implement and manage architectures for designing, securing, operating, and troubleshooting enterprise networks • demonstrate basic concepts of hardware, processes, programs and the components of the Linux Operating System and configure system security and permissions • demonstrate the professional/ethical behaviors of timeliness and of self-directed task-completion • apply the skillful use of common tools and technology relevant to their field of study Program Requirements The following outline of