Network Engineering - Associate of Applied Science
Degree
Associate of Applied Science
Overview
A degree in Network Engineering prepares students to work in any Information Technology department as entry-level network administrators. Students will learn how to manage and configure key networking devices, including firewalls, routers, switches, etc. In addition to learning about specific networking devices, students will learn networking from a cybersecurity perspective to ensure that designs and configurations are built to key cybersecurity policies and best-practices. Upon completion, students will have had the opportunity to earn several IT industry certifications that can be added to their resume and will have many hands-on experiences to demonstrate actual IT experience.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities for a student with a degree in Network Engineering exist within entry level positions as a network administrator, or IT professional. Any entry-level back-office IT position should be within reach for graduates with this degree. Advancement opportunities increase with experience.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the degree, successful graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate an ability to design a simple network design
- Explain the different layers of the OSI model
- Demonstrate proficiency in designing correct subnetting strategies
- Analyze network traffic using common packet analysis tools
- Configure common networking devices
Course Requirements
Students are responsible to examine the course description of each course listed below for details of prerequisites, which must be satisfied before registering for the course.
Religion
Religion Cornerstone Courses
Students must complete two of the following courses
| REL 200 | The Eternal Family (Cornerstone) | 2 credits |
| REL 225 | Foundations of the Restoration (Cornerstone) | 2 credits |
| REL 250 | Jesus Christ & His Everlasting Gospel (Cornerstone) | 2 credits |
| REL 275 | Teachings & Doctrine of The Book of Mormon (Cornerstone) | 2 credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 4 |
Religion Electives
Students must complete two additional religion courses
Total Credit Hours: 8
College and Career Success
Complete both of the following
| CAR 101 | College Success | 1 credit |
| BAP 115 | Excel and Introduction to Technology | 1 credit |
| Total Credit Hours: | 2 |
Internship
| CAR 299R | Internship | 1-3 credits: This course can be taken a maximum of 2 times with a cap of 4 total credits. |
| Total Credit Hours: | 1-3 |
*CAR 499 may be used as an equivalent, speak with an advisor to identify the appropriate course.
College Fundamentals
| COMM 122 | Interpersonal Communications | 3 credits |
| ENG 101 | Introduction to College Writing | 3 credits |
| MAT 110 | College Algebra | 4 credits |
Any math class >MAT 110 will satisfy the MAT 110 College Fundamentals requirement
Program Core Courses
| CS 105 | Introduction to Programming | 3 credits |
| IT 102 | PC Hardware Technician | 3 credits |
| IT 125 | Introduction to Information Technology | 3 credits |
| IT 143 | Database Design and Analysis | 3 credits |
| IT 160 | Cloud Computing Essentials | 3 credits |
| IT 210 | Linux Fundamentals | 3 credits |
| IT 235 | Cloud Server Administration | 3 credits |
| IT 255 | Networking Fundamentals | 3 credits |
| IT 280 | Python Programming | 3 credits |
| IT 312 | Cybersecurity Foundations | 3 credits |
| IT 322 | Penetration Testing | 3 credits |
| IT 350 | Network Configuration & Design | 3 credits |
| IT 352 | Advanced Networking | 3 credits |
| ELEC | Choose any additional IT 300-400 course | 3 credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 42 |
Total Credit Hours: 63
Graduation Requirements
1. Minimum of 63 total semester credit hours as outlined
2. Grade of C or higher in all program-specific courses
3. Cumulative grade-point average of 2.0 or higher
4. *CAR 499 may be used as an equivalent – Speak with an advisor to know which is the best option for you.
Recommended Sequence of Courses
Individual student circumstances, such as the need for a smaller course load or the number of preparatory English or Math courses a student must take, may require additional semesters to complete the program. Please see your academic advisor for assistance.
First Semester
BAP 115, Excel and Introduction to Technology, 1 credit
CAR 101, College Success, 1 credit
CS 105, Introduction to Programming, 3 credit
IT 102, PC Hardware Technician, 3 credits
IT 125, Introduction to Information Technology, 3 credits
REL, Religion Requirements,2 credits
Total Minimum Semester Hours 13
Second Semester
COMM 122, Interpersonal Communications, 3 credits
ENG 101, Introduction to College Writing, 3 credits
IT 235, Windows Server Fundamentals, 3 credits
IT 255, Networking Fundamentals, 3 credits
REL, Religion Requirements,2 credits
Total Minimum Semester Hours 14
Third Semester
IT 143, Database Design and Analysis, 3 credits
IT 210, LInux Fundamentals, 3 credits
IT 312, Cybersecurity Fundamentals, 3 credits
MAT Elective, MAT 110 or higher 3-4 credits
REL, Religion Requirements,2 credits
Total Minimum Semester Hours 14-15
Fourth Semester
IT 160, Essentials of Cloud Computing, 3 credits
IT 322, Penetration Testing, 3 credits
IT 350, Network Configuration and Design, 3 credits
IT Elective, any IT 300 or 400 course
REL, Religion Requirements,2 credits
Total Minimum Semester Hours 14
Fifth Semester
CAR 299*, IT Internship, 1 credit
IT 352, Advanced Networking, 3 credits
IT 280, Python Programming, 3 credits
Total Minimum Semester Hours 7
Total Network Engineering (AAS) Degree Minimum Credit Hours 62-63
*CAR 499 may be used as an equivalent; speak with an advisor to know which option is best for you