CN71 Cisco Network Specialist, Technical Certificate of Credit
Offered at the Griffin Campus and Henry Site
| Program Entrance Term: |
Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Minimum Length of Program: |
3 terms |
| Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
16 |
Program Description
The Cisco Network Specialist certificate program teaches how to build, maintain, and troubleshoot computer networks. Students also learn how to connect these networks to other networks and the Internet. The purpose of this certificate is to provide opportunities for persons already either employed in the IT industry or who already have IT training to upgrade their skills with advanced courses and skills.
Admission Requirements
- Submit completed application and application fee
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
- Meet assessment requirements
The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.
Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.
Program Courses
Cisco Exploration Curriculum
First Term
Second Term
| CIST 2452 | Cisco Routing & Switching Essentials | 4 |
Third Term
Pre-requisites
All pre-requisite courses must be completed with at least a C grade.
Course Expiration
To ensure that students graduate with current skills in computer information systems, all CIST courses must be taken five years prior to graduation. Courses older than five years must be retaken. Courses transferred from other colleges also follow the five year rule.