CISCO Network Administration, Certificate of Completion
- Academic Year: 2018-2019
- Division / Department: Business Programs / Computer Information Systems & Multimedia
- Degree Code: CIS.CISCO.CERT
This one-year certificate program is designed to teach students how to administer a CISCO network and prepare students for the CISCO Certified Network Administration (CCNA) exam. McLennan is a CISCO Local Academy.
Semester I
COSC 1301 Introduction to Computing
Course Description× COSC 1301 Introduction to Computing Provides an overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, systems, and human resources and explores their integration and application in business and other segments of society. The fundamentals of computer problem solving through applications will be applied. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
COSC 1336 Programming Fundamentals I
Course Description× COSC 1336 Programming Fundamentals I Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces the fundamental concepts of structured programming. Topics include software development methodology, data types, control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing and debugging. This course assumes computer literacy. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
ITCC 1314 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks
Course Description× ITCC 1314 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks Lab Fee: $15.00 Covers networking architecture, structure, and functions; introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media and operations to provide a foundation for the curriculum. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/3 lab) McLennan is a CISCO Local Academy. This is one of four courses leading up to the CISCO Certified Network Administrator certification. |
3 hours |
ITNW 1354 Implementing and Support Servers
Course Description× ITNW 1354 Implementing and Support Servers Lab Fee: $15.00 Develops skills necessary to implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems in a networked computing environment using Microsoft Windows-based servers. Students will learn to configure peripherals and devices; set up servers for various client computers; configure directory replication; and manage licensing, user groups accounts, user profiles, system policies, and profiles. Students will also learn to administer remote servers and disk resources, create and share resources, implement permissions and security, implement fault-tolerance data storage measures and configure servers for interoperability with various network operating systems servers. Course will teach how to install and configure Remote Access Service (RAS), identify and monitor performance bottlenecks, and resolve configuration problems. Offered only in fall semester. Prerequisite: ITSC 1305. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) This course is designed to prepare students for the exams to receive the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) and Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification. |
3 hours |
ITSC 1305 Introduction to PC Operating Systems
Course Description× ITSC 1305 Introduction to PC Operating Systems Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduction to personal computer operating systems, including installation, configuration, file management, memory and storage management, control of peripheral devices and use of utilities. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
15 hours |
Semester II
ITSC 1325 Personal Computer Hardware
Course Description× ITSC 1325 Personal Computer Hardware Lab Fee: $15.00 Studies current personal computer hardware including personal computer assembly and upgrading, setup and configuration, and troubleshooting. The student will assemble/set up and upgrade personal computer systems, diagnose and isolate faulty components, optimize system performance, and install/connect peripherals. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) May be eligible for articulation through the statewide ATC program. Please check with your high school counselor for more details. |
3 hours |
ITSC 1307 UNIX Operating System I
Course Description× ITSC 1307 UNIX Operating System I Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces the UNIX operating system, including multi-user concepts, terminal emulation, use of system editor, basic UNIX commands, and writing script files using LINUX operating system. Topics include introductory systems management concepts. Students will learn the proper use of basic UNIX commands, define and apply terminal emulation, use of the system editor, manage individual user account, and effectively manage user files. Prerequisite: ITSC 1305. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
ITCC 1340 CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials
Course Description× ITCC 1340 CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials Lab Fee: $15.00 Describes the architecture, components, and basic operation of routers and explains the basic principles of routing and routing protocols. It also provides an in-depth understanding of how switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment of small and large networks. Prerequisite: ITCC 1314 Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/3 lab) McLennan is a CISCO Local Academy. This is one of four courses leading up to the CISCO Certified Network Administrator certification. |
3 hours |
ITNW 1345 Implementing Network Directory Services
Course Description× ITNW 1345 Implementing Network Directory Services Lab Fee: $15.00 Provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, and administer Network Directory service. Students will learn the logical and physical structure of directory services, to configure the Domain Name System (DNS) server service to support directory services, to create and administer user accounts and group resources, to delegate and administer control of Directory objects, and maintain and restore the database of Active Directory. Prerequisite: ITNW 1354 or job experience in networking. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) This course is designed to prepare students for the exams to receive the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) and Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification. |
3 hours |
ITSY 1342 Information Technology Security
Course Description× ITSY 1342 Information Technology Security Lab Fee: $15.00 Instructs on security for network hardware, software, and data, including physical security, backup procedures, relevant tools, encryption, and protection from viruses. Students will learn to ensure the physical security of file servers and other network components using best practices; develop backup procedures to provide for data security; use network operating system features to implement network security; describe the nature of computer viruses, their methods of spreading, and means of protecting networks from viruses; use relevant tools to provide for network security; and use encryption techniques to protect network data. Offered only in spring semester. Prerequisite: ITSC 1305 or experience with computers. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
15 hours |
Total hours: | 30 hours |