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Degree Plans - Computer Information Technology (Networking Security Awards) - Netplus Preparation Certificate (Archived)

COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- NETPLUS PREPARATION

Eastfield (see above) Only

(Certificate)

  • Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
  • Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.

Degree Plan Code: C2.CIT.NETPLUS.05

This certificate option will provide education and training for individuals interested in developing their knowledge and skills as networking professionals with an emphasis on preparation for those wishing to take the A+, Network+, Linux+, and Security+ certification exams.

Course(s) may be substituted for ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405, or COSC 1401 for those who demonstrate current computer literacy.

CREDIT HOURS

SEMESTER I

ITSC 1401 Introduction to Computers OR 4
COSC 1401 Microcomputer Concepts and Applications OR (4)
BCIS 1405 Business Computer Applications (4)
ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC Operating Systems 4
ITNW 1421 Introduction to Networking 4
ITSC 1425 Personal Computer Hardware 4
ITSC 1407 UNIX Operating System I 4
20

SEMESTER II

ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies 4
ITNW 1416 Network Administration 4
ITNW 2401 Administering Servers 4
ITNW 2421 Networking with TCP/IP 4
ITSC 2437 UNIX Operating System II 4
20

SEMESTER III

ITSY 1442 Information Technology Security 4
ITNW 1358 Network+ 3
ITNW 2435 Network Troubleshooting and Support 4
MATH 1314 College Algebra OR 3
MATH 2342 Intoductory Statistics OR (3)
MATH 1324 Mathematics for Business and Economics (3)
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3
17
Minimum Hours Required 57
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