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.
Contact Us
Steve White, M.S., Program Coordinator/Department Chair
Email: Steven.White@sctech.edu
Phone: (770) 467-6041
Program Courses
Choose one Networking Specialization:
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 Fund | 3 |
| CIST 2452 | Cisco Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials | 4 |
| CIST 2453 | Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation | 4 |
| EMPL 1000 | Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development | 2 |
Fourth Term
| CIST 2413 | Microsoft Server Networking | 4 |
| CIST 2412 | Microsoft Server Installation and Maintenance | 4 |
| CIST Elective (4) | |
Fifth Term
Specific Occupational Elective
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.