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COMPUTER SCIENCE & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Networking Skills
Networking computers so they may communicate with each other enables organizations to achieve greater efficiency. As a Network or Computer Systems Administrator, you will design, install, and support an organization's LAN, WAN, VLAN, network segments, or Internet and intranet systems. You will maintain network hardware and software, analyze problems, and monitor the
network to ensure secure availability to system users. In the process, you'll gather data to identify customer needs and identify, interpret, and evaluate system and network requirements. You may also plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures.
Length of Study
Because the program has been designed for both full- and
part-time students, you can earn an A.A.S. degree in two years
of full-time study, or earn a certificate in one semester of
full-time study. (See our Computer Certificates brochure for
more details on networking certificates.)
Industry Certifications
Students in the networking program are prepared to take certification exams for Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or Systems Administrator (MCSA), CompTIA A+, Network+, CompTIA Security+, and Cisco Networking Associate (CCNA).
Entry Requirements
High school graduation or equivalent is required. Eleventh grade reading level and algebra levels are necessary to enter this program.
Required Courses
Computer
Network System
Administrator A.A.S. degree
Cisco Networking Certificate
Linux System Administration Certificate
Microsoft Certified System
Administrator Certificate
Microsoft Systems Engineer Certificate
Network Administration Certificate
Network Security Specialist Certificate
Network Technician Certificate
Cisco Networking (CCNA) Certificate
Prepares students for entry-level positions that require a CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate). Parkland College is a regional Cisco networking academy, providing the Cisco curriculum to Parkland students and also serving as regional trainer and coordinator for the Cisco curriculum at other area community colleges and high schools.
Linux System Administration (LPI) Certificate
Prepares students to take the Linux Professional Institute certification
examination to certify them as entry-level Linux network system administrators.
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) Certificate
Prepares students for entry-level positions as Microsoft network technicians and administrators. Parkland College uses course materials approved by Microsoft to prepare students for the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) exams leading to Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator certification (MCSA). The MSCA credential shows you have the skills to successfully troubleshoot
system environments running on the Windows 2000 operating system.
Microsoft Systems Engineer (MCSE) Certificate
Prepares students for entry-level positions as Microsoft network operating
systems engineers and administrators. Parkland College uses course materials
approved by Microsoft to prepare students for the Microsoft certified professional exams leading to the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification.
Network Administration Certificate
Prepares students for entry-level employment in the field of computer network
administration.
Network Security Specialist Certificate
Teaches the knowledge and skills students need to securely operate a variety of operating systems, software, and networked hardware on the Internet.
Networking Technician Certificate
Prepares students for entry-level positions as computer network technicians with
emphasis on Cisco and Microsoft certification preparation
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