Networking Specialist NS14

Program
Type
Diploma
Location Golden Isles, Jesup, Waycross Degree Works

The Computer Information Systems - Networking Specialist program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking. Program graduates are qualified for employment as networking specialists.

Program Approval

The CIS program is a Certified CISCO Network Academy.
The CIS program is a member of the Microsoft IT Academy.

*Choose either the Microsoft or the Cisco Specialization

Entrance Requirements

  • Submit a completed application;
  • High School diploma or equivalent required for Graduation: Yes
  • Age Requirement: 16
  • Submit official high school/high school equivalent transcripts, if applicable;
  • Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
  • Satisfy Placement Testing requirements.

Basic Skills Courses — 8 Hours

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Title
Credits
Minimum Basic Skills Courses Credit Hours
8

Occupational Courses — 23 Hours

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Title
Credits
Minimum Occupational Courses Credit Hours
23

Introductory-Level Networking Class — 4 Hours

* Choose one of the following

* CIST 2451: Only if not used as a Cisco Specialization course

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Title
Credits
Minimum Introductory-Level Networking Class Credit Hours
4

Microsoft Specialization 8M42 — 16 Hours

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Title
Credits
Minimum Microsoft Specialization 8M42 Credit Hours
16

Cisco Exploration Specialization 8C12 — 16 Hours

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Title
Credits
Minimum Cisco Exploration Specialization 8C12 Credit Hours
16

Operating System Elective — 3-4 Hours

Choose one of the following:

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Title
Credits
Minimum Operating System Elective Credit Hours
3-4
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation
54-55