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Associate of Applied Science, Computer Technology: 2008-2009 Catalog
Programs of Study

Computer Technology

Computer Networking Technology
Associate of Applied Science

The Computer Networking Technology program is designed for students seeking career skills in computer networking environments. Students choose one of three specializations to customize their program: Network Technology Management, Security and Information Assurance, or Transfer Option.

Salary: $45,000–$72,000 / year (Nevada)

Career Outlook: Much faster than average growth through 2014

Good To Know: Businesses & government are investing heavily in 'cyber-security'

WNC Academic Division: For more information about this program of study, please contact the Business and Computer Technology Division.


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Total Requirements: 60 – 61 credits

 
Program Requirements 38–40 Credits
CIT 161B Essentials of Information Security 3
CIT 211 Microsoft Networking I 4
CIT 212 Microsoft Networking II 4
CIT 260 Systems Analysis and Design I 3
CSCO 120B CISCO Internetworking Academies I 4
CSCO 121B CISCO Internetworking Academies II 4
CSCO 130B Fundamentals of Wireless LANs 4
IS 101 Introduction to Information Systems 3
MGT 201
or MGT 212
or MGT 283		 Principles of Management
Leadership & Human Relations
Introduction to Human Resources Management		 3

Choose two courses from the following:
CIT 173
CIT 180
CIT 213
CIT 214
CIT 215
CIT 255
CIT 256
CSCO 220B
CSCO 221B		 Linux Installation and Configuration
Database Concepts and SQL
Microsoft Networking III
Microsoft Networking IV
Microsoft Networking V
Web Server Administration I
Web Server Administration II
CISCO Internetworking Academies III
CISCO Internetworking Academies IV		 3
3
4
4
4
3
3
4
4
 
General Education Requirements 21–22 Credits
English/Communications Requirement (Recommended: BUS 107 & BUS 108; Must include a writing course) 6
Humanities/Social Science Requirements 3
Mathematics Requirement (Recommended: MATH 126 or higher) 3
Science Requirement 6
U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements 3
General Electives 0–1
A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Associate of Applied Science can be found on the Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements page.
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