Networking Administration, A.A.S.

Location(s): On-Campus

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Program Outcomes

Demonstrate a firm understanding and working knowledge of basic network topologies, client and server operations, systems configuration, network security principles and directory services.

Be prepared to obtain employment in an entry level position assisting in network design and implementation.

Design, implement and document a client /server network policy and a disaster recovery plan for a small-business network.

Demonstrate professional and effective communication skills.

Additional Information

Specific computer requirements are necessary to complete coursework assignments. For more information, visit the program’s website

This is a suggested sample course sequence. Please contact your program advisor regarding your academic plans.

First Year - Fall Semester: 15 Credits

ENGL 1150 - Composition I 3 Credits
ISTC 1015 - Supporting Business Applications 3 Credits
ISTC 1030 - Operating Systems I 3 Credits
ISTC 1045 - Network Systems I: Introduction to Networking 3 Credits
COMS 1020 - Interpersonal Communication 3 Credits

First Year - Spring Semester: 18 Credits

ISTC 1010 - Microcomputer Maintenance 3 Credits
ISTC 1033 - Operating Systems II 3 Credits
ISTC 1050 - Database Systems 3 Credits
ISTC 1061 - Introduction to IT Security 3 Credits
ISTC 1100 - Business Communication 3 Credits ^†
General Elective (any MnTC Goal 1-10) 3 Credits

Second Year - Fall Semester: 18 Credits

ISTC 2006 - Network Systems II: Routing and Switching Essentials 3 Credits ^†
ISTC 2011 - Network Systems III: Scaling Networks 3 Credits
ISTC 2035 - Operating Systems III 3 Credits
ISTC 2066 - Firewalls 3 Credits
ISTC 2071 - Computer Forensics 3 Credits ^†
General Elective (any MnTC Goal 1-10) 3 Credits

Second Year - Spring Semester: 18 Credits

ISTC 2037 - Operating Systems IV 3 Credits ^†
ISTC 2040 - Database Management 3 Credits
ISTC 2080 - Cybersecurity 3 Credits ^†
ISTC 2100 - Project Management 3 Credits
or
ISTC 2970 - Internship 3 Credits
ISTC 2150 - Virtualization, Storage, and Cloud Technologies 3 Credits
MATS 1251 - Statistics 4 Credits
or
MATS 1240 - Quantitative Reasoning 4 Credits
or
MATS 1300 - College Algebra 4 Credits
or
PHIL 1250 - Introduction to Logic 3 Credits *

Total Program Requirements: 69

^† Course only offered once a year. Please see faculty advisor for schedule.

* PHIL 1250 is 3 credits. MATS 1251 , MATS 1240 & MATS 1300 are 4 credits. Students who complete MATS 1251 , MATS 1240 , or MATS 1300 will get 1 credit towards their General Elective total.