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Network Systems Management - Associate in Applied Science Degree
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Admission Type:
General College Admission
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With the widespread use of computers around the world, there is an ongoing need for skilled network administrators. The Associate in Applied Science degree in Network Systems Management prepares students for entry-level positions in a vast number of industries. The Network Systems Management degree will provide skills in network architecture, network design, and LAN/WAN services and support among others. These valuable skills enable graduates to work in IT for small businesses, public and private corporations, and in private practice.
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Course Sequence and Progression Requirements
- A minimum grade of "C" or better is required for all CPT and IST prefixed courses for progression and graduation.
- All CPT and IST courses have a 5-year time limit.
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Stan Greenawalt - (843) 349-5237
Program Mission, Goals and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Computer Technology department is to enhance the educational opportunities of our students by building a comprehensive and quality technology infrastructure to allow our students to simulate real world experiences. This environment will be effectively maintained and operated to keep up with rapidly changing technologies and software utilized in the workforce. This will allow the department to provide prompt, effective, reliable and in-depth education opportunities to our students.
Goals:
- Fully build out infrastructure and classrooms to allow for in-person, synchronous, hybrid and online courses.
- Maintain and update the classrooms and infrastructure as needed to ensure we are providing up to date opportunities for our students.
- Utilize as much of the infrastructure and classroom technology as possible to enhance student learning and experiences.
Career Outlook & Employment Opportunities
A network technician has the technical knowledge and ability to work as a network architect, network designer, network administrator, systems administrator, systems analyst, and help desk technician. Graduates of the A.A.S. in the Network Systems Management degree program can begin their careers with small businesses, public and private corporations, and in private practice.
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Required Courses and Sample Schedules
Degree Requirements: Network Systems Management |
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Component | Course Title | Semester Credit Hours |
GENERAL EDUCATION | ||
PHI 110 | Ethics | 3 |
SPC 205 | Public Speaking | 3 |
Select one of the following Communications courses listed below: | ||
ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
ENG 155 | Communications I | 3 |
Select one of the following Mathematics courses listed below: | ||
MAT 101 | Beginning Algebra | 3 |
MAT 110 | College Algebra | 3 |
Select one of the following Social/Behavioral Science courses listed below: | ||
PSC 201 | American Government* | 3 |
PSY 201 | General Psychology | 3 |
CREDITS | 15 | |
REQUIRED CORE SUBJECT AREAS | ||
IST 201 | Cisco Internetworking Concepts | 3 |
IST 202 | Cisco Router Configuration | 3 |
IST 165 | Implementing & administering Windows Directory Services | 3 |
CPT 264 | Systems & Procedures | 3 |
IST 261 | Advanced Network Administration | 3 |
IST 203 | Advanced Cisco Router Configuration | 3 |
CREDITS | 18 | |
OTHER HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION | ||
CPT 168 | Programming Logic and Design | 3 |
CPT 242 | Database | 3 |
CPT 278 | Computer Software Applications | 3 |
IST 162 | Introduction to Workstation Networking Administration | 3 |
IST 190 | LINUX Essentials | 3 |
IST 192 | LINUX Network Applications | 3 |
IST 196 | Cloud Storage Fundamentals | 3 |
IST 204 | Cisco Troubleshooting | 3 |
IST 291 | Fundamentals of Network Security I | 3 |
IST 295 | Fundamentals of Voice Over IP | 3 |
and | ||
Select two courses from the list below: | ||
CPT 280 | SCWE in Computer Technology "Internship" | 3 |
IST 290 | Special Topics in Information Sciences | 3 |
IST 292 | Fundamentals of Network Security II | 3 |
CREDITS | 36 | |
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | 69 |
Sample Schedule: Network System Management |
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First Semester - Fall | Course Title | Semester Credit Hours |
CPT 168 | Programming Logic and Design | 3 |
CPT 278 | Computer Software Applications | 3 |
IST 201 | Cisco Internetworking Concepts | 3 |
and | ||
Select one of the following Mathematics courses listed below: | ||
MAT 101 | Beginning Algebra | 3 |
MAT 110 | College Algebra | 3 |
CREDITS | 12 | |
Second Semester - Spring | ||
IST 190 | LINUX Essentials | 3 |
IST 202 | Cisco Router Configuration | 3 |
PHI 110 | Ethics | 3 |
SPC 205 | Public Speaking | 3 |
and | ||
Select one Communications course listed below: | ||
ENG 155 | Communications I | 3 |
ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
CREDITS | 15 | |
Third Semester - Summer | ||
IST 162 | Introduction to Workstation Networking Administration | 3 |
IST 192 | LINUX Network Applications | 3 |
IST 203 | Advanced Cisco Router Configuration | 3 |
and | ||
Select one Behavioral/Social Science course listed below: | ||
PSY 201 | General Psychology | 3 |
PSC 201 | American Government* | 3 |
CREDITS | 12 | |
Fourth Semester - Fall | ||
CPT 242 | Database | 3 |
IST 165 | Implementing and Administering Windows Directory Services | 3 |
IST 204 | Cisco Troubleshooting | 3 |
IST 291 | Fundamentals of Network Security I | 3 |
IST 196 | Cloud Storage Fundamentals | 3 |
CREDITS | 15 | |
Fifth Semester - Spring | ||
CPT 264 | Systems and Procedures | 3 |
IST 261 | Advanced Network Administration | 3 |
IST 295 | Fundamentals of Voice Over IP | 3 |
and | ||
Select two courses from the list below: | ||
CPT 280 | SCWE in Computer Technology "Internship" | 3 |
IST 290 | Special Topics in Information Sciences | 3 |
IST 292 | Fundamentals of network Security II | 3 |
CREDITS | 15 | |
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | 69 |
*Students transferring to a senior institution are recommended to take PSC 201 at HGTC to satisfy Reach Act requirements. The Reach Act was passed in 2021 by the General Assembly.