AA/AS in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

This Computer Information Systems option trains students for beginning jobs managing networks and supporting IT users. It pairs theory with practice in running servers, designing and securing networks, putting them in place and fixing faults. Projects have students configure servers, routers and other devices common in industry. The degree combines thirteen program courses with eight general ones, adding up to 62 credits, and general education requirements run through the curriculum. Holders of CompTIA A+, Network+ and Security+ may receive prior-learning credit for particular courses. The college is a licensed partner of three industry certification programs (CompTIA, Cisco and AWS) and sells students discounted exam vouchers. Graduates are prepared for information security careers.