The mission of the Associate of Applied Science in Information and Communication Technology: Computer/Networking Support is divided into a basic core area and a specialty computer/networking area. The mission of the basic core courses of study is to prepare individuals to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain computer systems and basic local area network problems. The mission of the specialty computer/networking area is to prepare students to support end users and to successfully troubleshoot operating systems, user desktop environments, and/or local area and wide area networks.
Program Description
The Associate of Applied Science in ICT Computer Networking/Support program prepares students in the basic core area and the specialty computer/networking area. Electives are available to prepare students to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Additional electives are provided to prepare students to manage computer operations and control the system configurations emanating from a specific site or network hub as well as low-level programming languages. The curriculum also includes instruction in computer hardware and software applications; local area (LAN) and wide area (WAN) networking. The curriculum provides both knowledge acquisition and skills development for those who are currently working in the information technology field and would like to obtain industry-based certifications or for those who would like to prepare for employment in this field. The program is designed to prepare students to successfully pass national, industry-based exams such as: IC3, CompTIAís A+, Network+, Server+, HTI+, iNet+, and Security+; Cisco Systemís Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Design (CCDA), and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP); Microsoftís Certified Desktop Technician (MCDST); as well as security certifications such as Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP) and Security Certified Network Architect (SCNA) where available.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the General Studies Degree Program, graduates will be able to:
Program of Study
| Core Courses | |
| ORNT 1000--Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| CPTR 1010--Digital Literacy | 3 |
| KYBD 1010--Introductory Keyboarding | 3 |
| INCT 1100--Installation and Troubleshooting PT I | 3 |
| TCA - Computer Operator | 11 hrs |
| INCT 1110--Installation and Troubleshooting PT II | 3 |
| INCT 1200--Operating Systems | 3 |
| INCT 1210--Introduction to Programming | 3 |
| INCT 2110 Networking Technologies | 4 |
| ICT Elective | 3 |
| CTS - Computer System Technician | 28 hrs |
| JOBS 2450--Job Seeking Skills | 2 |
| INCT 1800--Introduction to UNIX/LINUX | 3 |
| INCT 2902--Internship | 3 |
| ICT Electives | 26 |
| TD - ICT Computer/Networking Support | 61 hrs |
| ENGL 1015--English Composition I | 3 |
| MATH 1015--College Algebra | 3 |
| PSYC 2015--Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PHSC 1015--Physical Science I | 3 |
| SPCH 1015--Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| AAS - ICT Computer/Networking Support | 76 hrs |
| Additional Exit Levels | |
| INCT 1100--Installation and Troubleshooting, PT I | 3 |
| INCT 1110--Installation and Troubleshooting PT II | 3 |
| CPTR 1010--Digital Literacy | 4 |
| KYBD 1010--Introductory Keyboarding | 4 |
| INCT 2110--Networking Technologies | 4 |
| INCT 1200--Operating Systems | 4 |
| INCT 2120--Introduction to Basic Routers | 4 |
| Elective | 3 |
| CTS - LAN Administrator | 28 hrs |
| INCT 1100--Installation and Troubleshooting, PT I | 3 |
| INCT 1110--Installation and Troubleshooting PT II | 3 |
| CPTR 1010--Digital Literacy | 4 |
| KYBD 1010--Introductory Keyboarding | 4 |
| INCT 2110--Networking Technologies | 4 |
| INCT 1200--Operating Systems | 4 |
| INCT 2120--Introduction to Basic Routers | 4 |
| INCT 2545--Network Security: Ethical Hacking | 3 |
| INCT 2840--Managing Network Security | 3 |
| INCT 2855--Firewall Technology | 3 |
| CTS - Network Security Technician | 34 hrs |
| INCT 1100--Installation and Troubleshooting, PT I | 3 |
| INCT 1110--Installation and Troubleshooting PT II | 3 |
| CPTR 1010--Digital Literacy | 4 |
| KYBD 1010--Introductory Keyboarding | 4 |
| TCA - Computer Technician | 13 hrs |
| INCT 2110--Networking Technologies | 4 |
| INCT 2120--Introduction to Basic Routers | 4 |
| INCT 2130--Intermediate Routing and Switching | 4 |
| INCT 2140--Wide Area Network Protocols | 4 |
| TCA Wide Area Network Technician | 16 hrs |
| INCT 2150--Advanced Routing | 3 |
| INCT 2160--Remote Access | 3 |
| INCT 2170--Multilayer Switching | 3 |
| INCT 2190--Internetwork Support | 3 |
| TCA - Wide Area Network Professional | 12 hrs |