Computer Networking Technology: Career Associate

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 24 k / program Foreign:$ 24 k / program Deadline: Apr 1, 2024
StudyQA ranking:5431 Duration:4 years

The Computer Networking AAS program is designed to lead directly to employment in the field of information technology in roles such as network technician, network administrator, systems administrator and customer support.  Students are trained to design, install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain networks.  The program’s coursework includes the study of data communications, telecommunications, Windows and Linux Server administration, information security fundamentals, PC repair, TCP/IP, cabling, terminations, network connections, cable testers, network analyzers, Network Interface Controllers (NIC's), hubs, bridges, switches, and routers.  Elective courses allow students to learn specialized topics such as Cisco Routing and Switching, Voice over IP (VoIP), Wireless Networking Administration and Virtualization and Cloud Computing. The program is vendor neutral and coordinates with national standards from the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA).  The complete program is only available at the Harrisburg Campus. Some of the required courses are available at the York Campus, as well as through Virtual Learning.

Computer networking encompasses a broad range of jobs and job titles for CNT graduates including network support technicians, network administrators, network planning analysts, systems analysts, network coordinators, telecommunications specialists, information technology specialists, consultants, market representatives, and related information technologist positions.

General Education   
ENGL 101 English Composition I  3 
ENGL 104 Technical Writing  3 
COMM 101 Effective Speaking  3 
Core A Elective  3 
Core B Elective  3 
Core C Elective (Rec: MATH 100 or higher)  3 
Free Elective  3 
Physical Education & Wellness  1 

Major Requirements   
CIS 222 Introduction to Windows Servers  3 
CIS 227 Technical Support  3 
CIS 264 Fundamentals of Linux Administration  3 
CISE 200 Information Security Fundamentals  3 
CNT 120 Network Communication Technology I  3 
CNT 125 Network Communication Technology II  4 
CNT 140 The Physical Network  3 
CNT 220 Internetworking  5 
ELEC 125 Introduction to PC Technology  3 

Other Required Courses   
*Program Specific Electives  6 
   

This curriculum is designed to prepare students to:

List and describe TCP/IP layers, layer interactions, protocols, and applications

Install, connect, and configure network hardware and software to meet common requirements.

Design and implement an internetwork including IP addressing, subnetting, routing, switching, Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), and network design documentation

Describe the technologies associated with network communications including signaling, noise, error detection and correction, flow control techniques, data compression, and encoding technology

Describe technical aspects of Ethernet operation including access technologies, bandwidths, standards, VLANs, and electronic connecting devices

List and describe common Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies, topologies, and associated protocols and devices.

Demonstrate proper troubleshooting methods while implementing networks

Design, install, test, troubleshoot, and certify communications wiring systems

Install, test, and troubleshoot PC hardware and windows desktop operating systems

Demonstrate professional interaction with end users in a technical support environment utilizing troubleshooting, escalation channels, help desk software, and communications skills

Install, maintain, administer, and support Linux server operating systems

Install, maintain, administer, and support Windows server operating systems including Active Directory

List and describe common legal, ethical, and business requirements for securing information.

Utilize security tools and common best practices to design a secure network architecture

Employ effective oral and written technical communication

Apply for a Full-Ride Scholarship

Are you a future student and ready to apply to HACC? 
By applying to HACC, you have the opportunity to apply for a full-ride scholarship! HACC will fund two years of your education – enough to complete your associate degree.

Thanks to the support of the HACC Foundation, the College is able to offer FREE money to support future students, like you, in reaching your educational goals. Six full-ride scholarships are available – one from each of the five campuses and one through HACC’s Virtual Learning Program. 

Please note that current students are not eligible for the full-ride scholarships. However, there are more than 250 scholarships available for current students.


What should you know about the full-ride scholarship?

The scholarship covers tuition, books and fees for a full academic year. 

The scholarship will automatically renew each term for up to six consecutive terms if you maintain your eligibility.

Once you apply to the College and receive a HACC ID and email address, you may apply for the full-ride scholarship. You do not have to register for classes before applying for the scholarship.

 

Are you eligible?

To be eligible, you must:

Apply to HACC

Take 12-15 credits each term for no more than six consecutive terms (two years)

Live in Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, Schuylkill or York county

Have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0

Provide a 480 SAT reading score, 21 ACT or comparable scores on the College’s placement test

Maintain a GPA of 3.0 while enrolled at HACC

Participate in at least two HACC student organizations

 

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