Networking Technology Associate in Applied Science Networking Fundamentals Diploma Cisco Networking Certificate Linux Networking Certificate Microsoft Networking Certificate Network Security Certificate Sandhills Community College 2010-11 Admissions (910) 695-3738 Placement Testing (910) 695-3733 Pre-Advising (910) 695-3733 Financial Aid (910) 695-3743
NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY Program Descriptions The Networking Technology Curriculum prepares individuals for employment supporting network infrastructure environments. Students will learn how to use technologies to provide reliable transmission and delivery of data, voice, image, and video communications in business, industry, and education. Course work includes design, installation, configuration, and management of network infrastructure technologies and network operating systems. Emphasis is placed on the implementation and management of network software and the implementation and management of hardware such as switches and routers. Graduates may find employment in entry-level jobs as local area network managers, network operators, network analysts, and network technicians. Graduates may also be qualified to take certification examinations for various network industry certifications, depending on their local program. Because the use of computers is integral to this curriculum, some courses are delivered in an online format. Networking Fundamentals Diploma The Networking Fundamentals Diploma prepares students for entry-level positions in Networking. It provides basic skills in network operating systems such as Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise, as well as fundamental knowledge of networking hardware and basic router configurations. Cisco Networking Certificate The Cisco Networking Certificate is meant to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) Certification. The curriculum includes courses in network theory and protocols, router and switch configuration, and network design. The Cisco courses are a core requirement for the students in the Networking Technology Associate in Applied Science degree program. Linux Networking Certificate This certificate has as its goal the training of individuals in skills to install, configure, and maintain the Linux operating system. All the courses in this certificate count toward the Networking Technology AAS degree program. The courses in this certificate are available online with some available in the evening. Microsoft Networking Certificate (MCSA) The Microsoft Networking Certificate (MCSA) consists of 6 courses (18 semester hours). These courses are also either required or electives to the Networking Technology degree program at Sandhills Community College. The audience for this training is the student who wishes to become a network administrator or technical support specialist, systems manager, or a technical consultant. The courses teach students how to support and integrate computing systems with Microsoft products. MCSA networking certificate courses also help students prepare for MCP exams and build toward the level of Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE). By passing these exams, students can earn an industry-recognized credential indicating technical proficiency with Microsoft networking and operating systems. Network Security Certificate This certificate is designed to focus on the crucial task of securing a network. Upon completion, students will gain the ability to identify information security risks, create an information security policy, identify processes to implement, enforce policy, implement secure data transmission technologies, identify normal network traffic using network analysis tools, and design basic security defenses. This certificate also will help prepare the student for the CompTIA Security+ Industry Certification. By passing the certificate exam, students earn an industry-recognized credential indicating a basic technical proficiency in securing networks. This certificate will also increase the marketability of the student in finding employment. Occupational Profile Bureau of Labor Statistics (Dec.17, 2009). Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition. Retrieved Feb. 1, 2010 from the BLS website: www.bls.gov/oco/ocos305.htm Network administrators design, install, and support an organization s computer systems. They are responsible for localarea networks (LAN), wide-area networks (WAN), network segments, and Internet and intranet systems. They work in a variety of environments, including professional offices, small businesses, government organizations, and large corporations. They maintain network hardware and software, analyze problems, and monitor networks to ensure their availability to system users. These workers gather data to identify customer needs and then use the information to identify, interpret, and evaluate system and network requirements. Administrators also may plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures. Networking technology employment can be found as local area network managers, network operators, network analysts, and network technicians. You may also be qualified to take certification examinations for various network industry certifications.
Unique Aspects of the Networking Technology Program Hardware Students in the program utilize Cisco routers and Catalyst switches, Linksys wireless routers, and other hardware in their coursework. They perform basic configuration tasks for routers and switches as well as more advanced configurations for securing a network and securing the networking devices from network attacks. Wire cutters, cable strippers, connector crimpers, and punch down tools are utilized to create network cables and to wire patch panels. Digital multimeters, tone generators and locators (fox and hound), and wire mapping are utilized to test and troubleshoot network infrastructure cabling. Software Cisco PacketTracer is utilized to design and test network configurations in a simulated environment. Numerous security applications are explored and utilized in the lab. Students also configure Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server software for backing up and storing router and switch images and configurations. Numerous networking protocols are explored and configured including DNS, HTTP, FTP, DHCP, Telnet, and SSH. Operating Systems Windows desktop operating systems, Windows Server with Active Directory, and RedHat Enterprise Linux server operating systems are utilized. As an added bonus, students are eligible to obtain various Microsoft operating systems and development software through the MSDN Academic Alliance. Certifications An integral part of the degree program is the Cisco Networking Academy. These classes prepare students for the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) certification. Our RedHat Academy classes prepare students for the RedHat Certified Technician (RHCT) certification. We also have courses designed to prepare students for the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) certification that is the starting point toward Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification. In addition to these certifications, we have classes that prepare students for various CompTIA certifications such as the A+, Network+, and Security+. Admissions Requirements Associate Degree and Diploma Programs Complete and submit an Admissions Application. Submit official transcripts from all previously attended high schools and colleges. Take the placement test and meet with a pre-advisor to review your scores. Meet with your advisor to register for classes. Apply for Financial Aid (optional). Certificate Programs Complete and submit an Admissions Application. Submit official transcripts from all previously attended high schools and colleges. Meet with your advisor to register for classes. Apply for Financial Aid (optional). For more detailed information regarding these requirements, please read our Steps to Enrollment Brochure or view our website at http://www.sandhills.edu/admissions/ steps-enrollment/index.php. For questions about General Admissions Requirements, please contact the Admissions Office at (910) 695-3738. Contact Information Rick Hooker 242 Little Hall (910) 695-3791 hookerr@sandhills.edu
Associate in Applied Science Degree (A25340) First Year FIRST SEMESTER (Fall) ACA 115 Success and Study Skills 0 2 1 CIS 110 Introduction to Computers or CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy - - 2-3 ENG 111 Expository Writing 3 0 3 - - 15-16 SECOND SEMESTER (Spring) DBA 110 Database Concepts 2 2 3 ENG 114 Prof. Research & Reporting 3 0 3 NET 126 Routing Basics 1 4 3 NOS 120 Linux/UNIX Single User 2 2 3 NOS 130 Windows Single User 2 2 3 10 10 15 THIRD SEMESTER (Summer) MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics 3 0 3 NOS 230 Windows Admin I 2 2 3 Social/Behavioral Science Elective 3 0 3 8 2 9 Second Year FOURTH SEMESTER (Fall) CIS 115 Intro to Programming & Logic 2 3 3 CTS 120 Hardware/Software Support 2 2 3 NET 225 Routing & Switching I 1 4 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - - 3 Technical Elective* - - 3 - - 15 FIFTH SEMESTER (Spring) CTS 115 Info Systems Business Concepts 3 0 3 NET 226 Routing & Switching II 1 4 3 NET 289 Networking Project 1 4 3 Technical Elective* - - 3 - - 12 Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 66
*Technical Electives for Associate in Applied Science CET 211 Computer Upgrade/Repair II 2 3 3 DBA 120 DatabaseProgramming I 2 2 3 NET 175 Wireless Technology 2 2 3 NOS 220 Linux/UNIX Admin I 2 2 3 NOS 221 Linux/UNIX Admin II 2 2 3 NOS 222 Linux/UNIX Admin III 2 2 3 NOS 231 Windows Admin II 2 2 3 NOS 232 Windows Admin III 2 2 3 SEC 150 Secure Communications 2 2 3 SEC 160 Secure Admin I 2 2 3 OR a work experience technical elective consisting of all of the following three (3) courses: COE 111 Co-op Work Experience I 0 10 1 COE 115 Work Exp Seminar I 1 0 1 COE 121 Co-op Work Experience II 0 10 1 Networking Fundamentals Diploma (D25340) FIRST SEMESTER (Fall) CIS 110 Introduction to Computers or CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy - - 2-3 CIS 115 Intro to Programming & Logic 2 3 3 CTS 120 Hardware/Software Support 2 2 3 - - 14-15 SECOND SEMESTER (Spring) DBA 110 Database Concepts 2 2 3 NET 126 Routing Basics 1 4 3 NOS 120 Linux/UNIX Single User 2 2 3 NOS 130 Windows Single User 2 2 3 10 10 15 THIRD SEMESTER (Summer) ENG 111 Expository Writing 3 0 3 MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics 3 0 3 NOS 230 Windows Admin I 2 2 3 8 2 9 Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 38
Cisco Networking Certificate (C25340C) CIS 110 Introduction to Computers or CIS 111 PC Literacy - - 2/3 NET 126 Routing Basics 1 4 3 NET 225 Routing & Switching I 1 4 3 NET 226 Routing & Switching II 1 4 3 Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 17 Linux Networking Certificate (C25340L) NOS 120 Linux/UNIX Single User 2 2 3 NOS 220 Linux/UNIX Admin I 2 2 3 NOS 221 Linux/UNIX Admin II 2 2 3 NOS 222 Linux/UNIX Admin III 2 2 3 Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 18 Microsoft Networking Certificate (C25340MN) NOS 130 Windows Single User 2 2 3 NOS 230 Windows Admin I 2 2 3 NOS 231 Windows Admin II 2 2 3 NOS 232 Windows Admin III 2 2 3 Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 18 Network Security Certificate (C25340S) CIS 110 Intro to Computers or CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy - - 2-3 SEC 160 Secure Admin I 2 2 3 Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 14