CISCO Network Specialist
Program Description: The Cisco Network Specialist program teaches how to build, maintain and troubleshoot computer networks. Students also learn how to connect these networks to other networks and the Internet.
Student Learning Outcomes:
• Students will setup, troubleshoot, and maintain a complex local area network (LAN).
Program Length: Three (3) Semesters.
Cost of Program: Click Here.
Entrance Date: Beginning of each semester.
Entrance Requirements: Refer to Admissions criteria. Applicants must have CIST 1122, a CIS Degree, or Diploma from a regionally accredited college or university, two years experience in field, or receive the approval of the advisor for admission. Special admission is not allowed. Click for Entrance Score Requirements.
Age: Applicant must be 16 years of age or older.
Education: An applicant must be a high school graduate or the equivalent (GED). College transcripts will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Advisor: A program advisor should be consulted prior to enrolling in any course. An advisor will be assigned by admissions.
* Special Admission is not allowed.
Program Final Exit Point: Cisco Network Specialist, Technical Certificate of Credit. Eligible to apply to take the exam for national CCNA exam.
Credits Required for Graduation: 16 minimum semester hour credits required for graduation.
Note: Credits from this program may be applied to a degree or a diploma program.
Curriculum |
Credit Hours |
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| 1. Occupational Courses (16 hours) | ||||
| CIST | 2441 | Networking for Home and Small Businesses | 4 | |
| CIST | 2442 | Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP | 4 | |
| CIST | 2443 | Cisco Routing and Switching | 4 | |
| CIST | 2444 | Designing and Supporting Computer Networks | 4 | |






