Computer and Networking Technology (AS Degree S0725)

Program Overview

The Computer and Networking Technology program equips students with the skills to become computer and networking service technicians. The program covers basic electricity and electronics, operating systems, computer troubleshooting, and advanced training in networks, servers, and security. Students prepare for industry-recognized CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Server+, Security+) and gain the foundation for further IT certifications.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Computer and Networking Technology program prepares students to become computer and networking service technicians. The program provides foundations in basic electricity and electronics, operating systems, computer service and troubleshooting, and customer relations, as well as more advanced training in networks, servers, and security. Students learn to install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair computers and networks. Students will become fully prepared to take the A+, Network+, Server+, and Security+ certification tests sponsored by CompTIA and offered at testing centers throughout the country. These industry certifications are recognized worldwide as benchmarks for the computer and networking technician. Further, students will have requisite skills upon which to seek additional I.T. certifications available for the computer and networking fields. Two certificate programs in Computer and Networking Technology are also available. Please see the “Certificates” section of the college catalog for descriptions and course requirements. This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:

Outline:

• Required Courses:
• CNET 50 Personal Computer (PC) Servicing (4 units)
• CNET 52 PC Operating Systems (4 units)
• CNET 54 PC Troubleshooting (4 units)
• CNET 56 Computer Networks (4 units)
• CNET 58 Server Systems (4 units)
• CNET 60 A+ Certification Preparation (2 units)
• CNET 62 Network+ Certification Preparation (2 units)
• CNET 64 Server+ Certification Preparation (2 units)
• CNET 66 Security+ Certification Preparation (2 units)
• ELEC 11 Technical Applications in Microcomputers (3-3.5 units) or CISB 15 Microcomputer Applications (3 units)
• ELEC 50A Electronic Circuits - Direct Current (DC) (4 units)
• ELEC 50B Electronic Circuits (AC) (4 units)
• ELEC 56 Digital Electronics (4 units)
• TECH 60 Customer Relations for the Technician (2 units)
• Total Units:
45-45.5
• Recommended Electives:
• ELEC 51 Semiconductor Devices and Circuits (4 units)
• ELEC 74 Microcontroller Systems (4 units)
• Guided Pathways Suggested Course Sequence:
• Fall Term 1:
• ELEC 50A Electronic Circuits - Direct Current (DC) (4 units)
• ELEC 50B Electronic Circuits (AC) (4 units)
• CNET 50 Personal Computer (PC) Servicing (4 units)
• Total Units:
12
• Winter Term 1:
• ENGL 1A Freshman Composition (4 units)
• Total Units:
4
• Spring Term 1:
• ELEC 56 Digital Electronics (4 units)
• TECH 60 Customer Relations for the Technician (2 units)
• AA/AS MATH Meet AA/AS Math Comptcy Req (3 units)
• AA/S LIFE Area E Lifelong Undrstg Course (3 units)
• Total Units:
12
• Summer Term 1:
• CNET 60 A+ Certification Preparation (2 units)
• CNET 62 Network+ Certification Preparation (2 units)
• AA/S KINES Phys Ed (KIN) Activity Course (.5 units)
• Total Units:
4.5
• Fall Term 2:
• CNET 52 PC Operating Systems (4 units)
• CNET 54 PC Troubleshooting (4 units)
• AA/S USHIS Area D-1 Hist/Pol Sc Course (3 units)
• Certificate: Computer/Network Tech.
• L1, N0478 (8 units)
• Submit petition to Admissions Records
• CISB 15 OR ELEC 11 (3 units)
• Total Units:
11
• Winter Term 2:
• CNET 64 Server+ Certification Preparation (2 units)
• CNET 66 Security+ Certification Preparation (2 units)
• AA/S ARTS Area C-1 Arts Course (3 units)
• Total Units:
7
• Spring Term 2:
• CNET 56 Computer Networks (4 units)
• CNET 58 Server Systems (4 units)
• AA/S SCNCE Area B-1 or B-2 Science Course (3 units)
• AA/S HUM Area C-2 Humanities Course (3 units)
• Certificate: Computer/Networking Tech.
• L2 T0726 (6 units)
• Submit petition to Admissions Records
• Total Units:
14
• Summer Term 2:
• SPCH 1A Public Speaking (4 units)
• AA/S BEHAV Area D-2 Elective Course (3 units)
• Computer Networking Technology (CNET), AS S0725 (5 units)
• Submit petition to Admissions Records

Careers:

The Computer and Networking Technology program prepares students for careers as computer and networking service technicians.

Other:

• Program Learning Outcomes:
• Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:
• Apply knowledge of fundamental electronics principles, including voltage, current, and signal levels, to the analysis and troubleshooting of computers and data-communications networks.
• Apply knowledge of computers and their components to the development and implementation of interconnected systems of computers.
• Apply knowledge of computer technology, with an emphasis on hardware, to the development and deployment of complete computer networks.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the physical and logical characteristics needed to support and secure network and server environments.
• Function effectively as a member of a technical team including documenting work, writing clearly and appropriately in an Information Technology context, respecting user data, and considering the ethical consequences of decisions.
• Articulate knowledge of the CompTIA certification processes, including potential exam content, philosophy, and test taking and study strategies.

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