General Networking Certificate, Credit Certificate
In this certificate program, students acquire the knowledge and skills needed to become a well-rounded LAN Technician and pass the industry recognized A+, Network+, and Security+ certification exams, all at the same time! Students apply concepts and technologies to install, configure, troubleshoot, integrate, and secure multiple network operating systems, including Windows and Linux/UNIX.
Program objectives
Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be able to:
- configure hardware and applications software on personal computers;
- troubleshoot and repair personal computer systems and operating systems;
- understand network infrastructure and protocols; and
- install and configure Linux and Microsoft operating systems.
Total Credits Required for Certificate: 42*
Semester Sequence
This is a suggested schedule for a student who has completed any developmental course work and has no transfer credits.
Semester 1*
Semester 2
Short Session
Semester 3
Important Information
Short Description
In this certificate program, students acquire the knowledge and skills needed to become a well-rounded LAN Technician and pass the industry recognized A+, Network+, and Security+ certification exams, all at the same time!
Type of Credential
Credit Certificate
Program Code
576
Contacts and Additional Information
Department Chair:
CCBC Essex
Noell Damron
443-840-2811 or cdamron@ccbcmd.edu
Program Coordinator:
CCBC Catonsville
Vini Nithianandam
443-840-3391 or vnithiana@ccbcmd.edu
Additional Information:
Disclosures
CCBC cannot confirm whether the course or program meets requirements for professional licensure in states other than Maryland. If you plan to apply for licensure in a state other than Maryland, contact that state's licensing board to determine whether the CCBC course or program meets requirements for licensure in that state. If you need assistance finding contact information for your state, click here.
Courses Needed for This Program*
Program Requirements and Electives - 42 Credits
Program Requirements:
Program Electives:
Choose 4 credits of technical electives (courses with a CSIT or DCOM prefix).
Note
*Credit students who are new to college (no successfully completed transferable college credits from other institutions) are required to take ACDV 101 - Academic Development: Transitioning to College. This 1-credit course is designed to be taken in the first semester at CCBC. Students must provide an official transcript(s) from an accredited institution to document successful completion of college coursework for the ACDV 101 requirement to be waived.
