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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
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Pre-Advising (910) 695-3733
Placement Testing (910) 695-3733
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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
[email protected]
Associate in Applied Science Degree (A25340)
First Year
Course Hours Per Week
Class
Lab
FIRST SEMESTER (Fall)
ACA 115 Success and Study Skills 0
2
CIS 110
Introduction to Computers or
CIS 111
Basic PC Literacy
-
-
ENG 111
Expository Writing
3
0
NET 125
Networking Basics
1
4
NOS 110
Operating Systems Concepts
2
3
SEC 110
Security Concepts
3
0
-
-
Semester Hours
Credit
1
2-3
3
3
3
3
15-16
SECOND SEMESTER (Spring)
DBA 110
Database Concepts
ENG 114
Prof. Research & Reporting
NET 126
Routing Basics
NOS 120
Linux/UNIX Single User
NOS 130
Windows Single User
2
3
1
2
2
10
2
0
4
2
2
10
3
3
3
3
3
15
THIRD SEMESTER (Summer)
MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics
NOS 230
Windows Admin I
_____ ___
Social/Behavioral Science Elective
3
2
3
8
0
2
0
2
3
3
3
9
Second Year
FOURTH SEMESTER (Fall)
CIS 115
Intro to Programming & Logic
CTS 120
Hardware/Software Support
NET 225
Routing & Switching I
_____ ___
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective _____ ___
Technical Elective* 2
2
1
-
-
-
3
2
4
-
-
-
3
3
3
3
3
15
FIFTH SEMESTER (Spring)
CTS 115
Info Systems Business Concepts
NET 226
Routing & Switching II
NET 289
Networking Project
_____ ___
Technical Elective*
3
1
1
-
-
0
4
4
-
-
3
3
3
3
12
Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 66
*Technical Electives for Associate in Applied Science
Course Hours Per Week
Class
Lab
CET 211 Computer Upgrade/Repair II DBA 120 DatabaseProgramming I NET 175 Wireless Technology NOS 220 Linux/UNIX Admin I NOS 221 Linux/UNIX Admin II NOS 222 Linux/UNIX Admin III NOS 231 Windows Admin II NOS 232 Windows Admin III SEC 150 Secure Communications SEC 160 Secure Admin I 2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Semester Hours
Credit
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
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
CIS 115
Intro to Programming & Logic
CTS 120
Hardware/Software Support
NET 125
Networking Basics
NOS 110
Operating Systems Concepts
SECOND SEMESTER (Spring)
DBA 110
Database Concepts
NET 126
Routing Basics
NOS 120
Linux/UNIX Single User
NOS 130
Windows Single User
SEC 110
Security Concepts
THIRD SEMESTER (Summer)
ENG 111
Expository Writing
MAT 140
Survey of Mathematics
NOS 230
Windows Admin I
Course Hours Per Week Semester Hours
Class
Lab
Credit
-
2
2
1
2
-
-
3
2
4
3
-
2-3
3
3
3
3
14-15
2
1
2
2
3
10
2
4
2
2
0
10
3
3
3
3
3
15
3
3
2
8
0
0
2
2
3
3
3
9
Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 38
Cisco Networking Certificate (C25340C)
CIS 110
Introduction to Computers or
CIS 111
PC Literacy
NET 125
Networking Basics
NET 126
Routing Basics
NET 225
Routing & Switching I
NET 226
Routing & Switching II
NOS 110
Operating Systems Concepts
Course Hours Per Week
Class
Lab
-
1
1
1
1
2
Semester Hours
Credit
-
4
4
4
4
3
2/3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 17
Linux Networking Certificate (C25340L)
NET 125
Networking Basics
NOS 110
Operating Systems Concepts
NOS 120
Linux/UNIX Single User
NOS 220
Linux/UNIX Admin I
NOS 221
Linux/UNIX Admin II
NOS 222
Linux/UNIX Admin III
Course Hours Per Week
Class
Lab
1
4
2
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Semester Hours
Credit
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 18
Microsoft Networking Certificate (C25340MN)
NOS 110
Operating Systems Concepts
NOS 130
Windows Single User
NOS 230
Windows Admin I
NOS 231
Windows Admin II
NOS 232
Windows Admin III
SEC 110
Security Concepts
Course Hours Per Week
Class
Lab
2
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
0
Semester Hours
Credit
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 18
Network Security Certificate (C25340S)
CIS 110
Intro to Computers or
CIS 111
Basic PC Literacy
NET 125
Networking Basics
NOS 110
Operating Systems Concepts
SEC 110
Security Concepts
SEC 160
Secure Admin I
Course Hours Per Week
Class
Lab
-
1
2
3
2
-
4
3
0
2
Semester Hours
Credit
2-3
3
3
3
3
Total Required Minimum Semester Hours Credit: 14