Network Engineering Core Certificate

*Student must complete the IT Fundamentals Certificate before enrolling

Degree

Certificate (Federal aid eligible if certificate is combined with Associate of Science degree. Not eligible for federal aid as a stand-alone certificate.)

Overview

The Network Engineering Core certificate is designed as an “intermediate” certificate. Because of needed prerequisites to take some of the courses in this certificate, it is assumed that the student has already completed the IT Fundamentals certificate before signing up for this program. Students will learn how to manage and configure key networking devices, including routers, switches, etc. Upon completion, students will be prepared to sit for key networking industry certifications that can be added to their resume.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities for a student with this certificate could include entry-level IT positions within an IT department or corporate help-desk. Advancement opportunities increase with experience.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the certificate, a successful graduate will be able to:
• Demonstrate basic proficiency in Linux administration
• Configure common networking devices
• Demonstrate proficiency in network troubleshooting
• Demonstrate proficiency in designing correct subnetting strategies

Course Requirements

Assumes student has already completed the IT Fundamentals Certificate. Please confirm any prerequisite courses have been completed before enrolling.

Network Engineering Core Certificate Required Courses

IT 210, Linux Fundamentals, 3 credits
IT 350, Network Configuration and Design, 3 credits
IT 352, Advanced Networking, 3 credits
IT Elective, Choose two from the following: IT 320, IT 322, IT 325, IT 370, 6 credits

Total Network Engineering Certificate Minimum Credit Hours 15

Recommended Course Sequence

Courses in this certificate presume some previous coursework or industry experience with networking and IT Fundamentals. Industry certifications, or previous work experience, may waive prerequisite requirements, but approval from the Department is required.

First Semester

IT 210, Linux Fundamentals, 3 credits
IT 350, Network Configuration and Design, 3 credits
IT Elective, Choose from the current list (see below), 3 credits

Total Minimum Semester Hours 9

Second Semester

IT 352, Advanced Networking, 3 credits
IT Elective, Choose from the current list (see below), 3 credits

Total Minimum Semester Hours 6

Total Network Engineering Certificate Minimum Credit Hours 15

IT Electives: Choose from the following list: IT 320, IT 322, IT 325, IT 370

Graduation Requirements

1. Minimum of 15 total semester credit hours as outlined
2. Grade of C or higher in all core courses
3. Cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher