NS14 Networking Specialist Diploma
Offered at the Griffin Campus and Henry Site
| Program Entrance Term: |
Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Minimum Length of Program: |
5 terms |
| Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
54 |
Program Description
The Computer Information Systems - Networking Specialist program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking. Program graduates are qualified for employment as networking specialists.
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.
Prerequisites
All Prerequisite 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 within five years prior to graduation. Courses older than five years must be retaken. Courses transferred from other colleges also follow the five year rule.
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.
Please note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See program advisor for any questions.
Program Courses
Choose one Networking Specialization:
Microsoft Windows Specialization
First Term
Second Term
Third Term
| CIST 2412 | Microsoft Server Directory Services | 4 |
| CIST 1601 | Information Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| EMPL 1000 | Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development | 2 |
Fourth Term
| CIST 1122 | Hardware Installation & Maintenance | 4 |
| CIST 2413 | Microsoft Server Infrastructure | 4 |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | |
Fifth Term
| CIST 2414 | Microsoft Server Administrator | 4 |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | |
CISCO CCNA Specialization
First Term
Second Term
Third Term
| CIST 2451 | Cisco Network Fundamentals | 4 |
| CIST 1601 | Information Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| EMPL 1000 | Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development | 2 |
Fourth Term
| CIST 2452 | Cisco Routing & Switching Essentials | 4 |
| CIST 2453 | Cisco Scaling Networks | 4 |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | |
Fifth Term
| CIST 2454 | Cisco Connecting Networks | 4 |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | |
Linux Specialization
First Term
Second Term
Third Term
Fourth Term
| CIST 2433 | UNIX/Linux Advanced Server | 4 |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | |
Fifth Term
| CIST 2434 | UNIX/Linux Scripting | 4 |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | |
| Specific Occupational Elective (3) | |
Microsoft Windows Specialization and CISCO CCNA Specialization
If students choose to take both Networking specializations together: be advised the credit hours are 61.
Program Courses
First Term
Second Term
Third Term
| CIST 1601 | Information Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| CIST 2412 | Microsoft Server Directory Services | 4 |
| CIST 2452 | Cisco Routing & Switching Essentials | 4 |
| EMPL 1000 | Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development | 2 |
Fourth Term
Fifth Term
Specific Occupational Elective
Required
Programming courses approved by Advisor
Note: It is suggested that students take both of the networking specialty tracks. This will meet the requirements of the networking electives.