Associate of Science in Networking System Administrator
Program Overview
Do you enjoy solving problems? If you’re the kind of person who wants an in-demand career with lots of variety that is mentally stimulating, the associate of science in network systems administration may be right for you. You’ll learn the skills necessary to perform the vital role of systems administration, including installing and configuring networks, managing data backup, and monitoring and optimizing systems.
This 60 credit Associate of Science in Network Systems Administration program is intended to provide you with the technical training needed to design, install, configure and support computer networks. Upon graduation, you’ll be qualified for entry-level roles in systems administration, network administration, LAN administration and IT help desk support.
Course Overview
General Education Requirements (19 Credits)
Communications (6 Credits)
| Credit Hours | Course Code | Course Name |
| 3 | ENC 1101 | English Composition I* |
| 3 | SPC 1017 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication |
Humanities (3 Credits)
Behavioral/Social Science (3 Credits)
Mathematics (3 Credits)
| Credit Hours | Course Code | Course Name |
| 3 | MAC 1105 | College Algebra I* |
Computers (4 Credits)
| Credit Hours | Course Code | Course Name |
| 4 | CGS 1030 | Introduction to Information Technology |
| SLS 1501 | College Study Skills |
Core Requirements (29 Credits)
| Credit Hours | Course Code | Course Name |
| 3 | CNT 2000c | Networking Essentials Network+ |
| 4 | CTS 1651 | LAN Switching and Wireless |
| 3 | CTS 2151c | Computer Repair I – CompTia A+ |
| 3 | CTS 2152c | A+ Computer Maintenance and Repair II |
| 4 | CTS 2300c | Client Operating System |
| 4 | CTS 2302c | Active Directory Service |
| 4 | CTS 2328c | Server Installation, Configuration and Admin. |
| 4 | CTS 2650 | Routing Protocols and Concepts |
Electives (12 Credits)
| Credit Hours | Course Code | Course Name |
| 3 | CGS 1500c | Word Processing |
| 3 | CGS 1516c | Spreadsheet Applications |
| 3 | CGS 1522c | Microsoft Office Specialist/Powerpoint |
| 3 | CGS 1788c | Graphics Design I |
| 4 | CGS 2540c | Database Management Systems |
| 3 | CIS 2202 | Introduction to Computer Forensics |
| 4 | CNT 2401 | Network Security |
| 4 | COP 2010 | Visual Basic Programming I |
| 4 | CTS 2155c | IT Help Desk Support |
- *This course has prerequisites; check course descriptions.
- All Credit Courses from within this division or any other division can be used as Suggested Electives.
- MCSA = Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate
- CCENT = Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT)
- CCNA = Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)