60 Semester Credit Hours; Curriculum: 0142
The Computer Networking and Systems associate degree program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain a position in Networking.
Note: Refer to IAI General Education Courses page for guidelines on General Education course selection.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements: | ||
| Area A — Communications | ||
| EGL 101 | Composition I | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Composition II | ||
| Introduction to Business and Technical Writing | ||
| Technical Writing Applications | ||
| Effective Speech | ||
| Area B — Mathematics | ||
| Select one course from Area B (Mathematics) | 3 | |
| Applied Mathematics I (or higher) | ||
| Area C — Science | ||
| No course required | 0 | |
| Area D — Social and Behavioral Sciences | ||
| One course from a social or behavioral science discipline | 3 | |
| Area E — Humanities/Fine Arts | ||
| One course from a humanities or fine arts discipline | 3 | |
| Area F — Global Studies 1 | ||
| One course that satisfies Global Studies requirement | 0-3 | |
| Introduction to Global Business (recommended) | ||
| Area G — U.S. Diversity Studies 2 | ||
| One course that satisfies U.S. Diversity Studies requirement | 0-3 | |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
- 1
Students may take a Global Studies course that satisfies both Area F and another Area requirement.
- 2
Students may take a U.S. Diversity Studies course that satisfies both Area G and another Area requirement.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | ||
| CIS 101 | Introduction to Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| or CIS 103 | Computer Software and Concepts | |
| CNS 105 | Networking Essentials | 3 |
| CNS 108 | Introduction to Cloud Services | 3 |
| CNS 110 | Windows Client Desktop 1 | 3 |
| CNS 141 | Cisco Introduction to Networks | 3 |
| CNS 142 | Cisco Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials | 3 |
| CNS 143 | Cisco Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation | 3 |
| CNS 176 | Network Security | 3 |
| CNS 193 | Cloud Computing | 3 |
| CNS/CIS 218 | Linux Essentials | 3 |
| CNS 221 | Enterprise Cloud Services 1 | 3 |
| CNS 222 | Hybrid Server I | 3 |
| CNS 223 | Hybrid Server II | 3 |
| CSC 157 | Python Computer Science I | 3 |
| Electives: Take additional courses to complete the 60-credit hours required for a degree | 3 | |
| Select from CIS (118 or higher), CSC or ELT courses not taken previously | ||
| Total Hours | 45 | |
Due to rapid changes in information technology, we are frequently updating our certificate and degree programs to better prepare you for the job market. Please consult the CNS department chair for help with your pathway.
Note: Students can obtain credit for prior learning through evaluation by Oakton faculty for any of the third-party IT certifications.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of computer hardware and software.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of a router and a switch.
- Administer and maintain a computer network.
- List basic steps in troubleshooting a network.
- Utilize Microsoft tools.
- Present conclusions effectively, orally and in writing.