NETWORK SERVICES
TECHNOLOGY (NET-AAS)
Advisers for this program are located in the Technology Building
PRIMARY ADVISER: Wendy Payne 872-3876
PROGRAM GOAL
The Networking Services Technology program is for individuals interested
in beginning or advancing a career in computer/network support.
Computer and network support involves installing, configuring, repairing,
and managing computer and network hardware and software. It requires
both hands-on skills and knowledge of theory and concepts. Network
technology is constantly changing and evolving, therefore learning in this
field never ends. A strong emphasis is placed on working collaboratively
in a team environment, effective communication and cultivating good
customer service skills. As part of this program, students will have the
opportunity to achieve recognized IT industry certifications such as
MCSE, MCSA, CCNA, A+, Security+ Project + and Network+.
GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
+* ENC 1101
MAC 1105
+ EUH 1001
+ PSY 2012/
SYG 2000
Cr. Hrs.
English I
College Algebra
Western Civilization II
General Psychology OR
Principles of Sociology
Humanities
Total General Education Classes
3
3
3
3
3
3
15
CORE COURSES
CGS 1103
+# CTS 1156
CGS 1570
# CET 2143
# CTS 1133
#
+#
+#
+#
CTS 1134
CTS 1120
CTS 1651
CTS 1328
COP 1332
CNT 2949
Project Management (Project +)
Customer Support Fundamentals (ITIL)
Microcomputer Applications
Microcomputer Systems ( A+ Hardware)
Desktop Operating Systems
A+ Software (MS 70-620)
Networking Essentials (Network +)
Computer & Network Security (Security+)
Router Technology (CISCO-CCNA)
Managing and Maintaining a
Microsoft Windows Server (70-290)
Visual Basic Programming
Network Services COOP Education
Total General Core Classes
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
33
ELECTIVES - select 15 credits
Microsoft Servers/Administration (MCSE/MCSA)
+# CTS 1325
+# CTS 2304
+# CTS 2302
+# CTS 2326
Server Network Infrastructure (MS 70-291)
Networking Services Planning and
Maintenance (MS 70-293)
Server Active Directory Infrastructure
Implementing & Administering Security
(MS 70-299)
3
3
3
3
Routers/Switches (CISCO - CCNA)
+# CTS 2652
Advanced Router Technology
3
+# CTS 2653
(CISCO – CCNA)
Project-Based Learning (CISCO - CCNA)
3
Information Security
+# CTS 2315
3
+# CTS 2314
+# CTS 2310
Firewalls and Network Security
Network Defense and Countermeasures
Designing Security for a Microsoft Server
Network (MS 70-298)
3
3
Industrial Networking
+#EST 2542C
+#CET 1114C
+#EST 2650C
Programmable Logic Controllers
Digital & Computer Electronics Circuits
Industrial Networking
4
4
4
TOTAL DEGREE HOURS
63
Please refer to the degree plan outlined below to determine what
Classes are typically offered in the fall and spring. This degree plan
reflects a student attending classes full-time, however, it is possible to
earn this degree while attending GCCC on a part-time basis.
Semester I
CET
CTS
CGS
CTS
MAC
2143
1156
1570
1134
1105
Microcomputer Systems (A+ Hardware)
Customer Support Fundamentals
Microcomputer Applications
Network Essentials (Network +)
College Algebra
3
3
3
3
3
Semester II
CTS 1133 Desktop Operating Systems A+ Software
(MS 70-620)
CTS 1328 Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft
Windows Server (70-290)
CTS 1651 Router Technology (CISCO-CCNA)
COP 1332 Visual Basic Programming
General Education Course
3
3
3
3
3
Semester III
CTS 1120
Computer & Network Security
Network Service Technology Elective
Network Service Technology Elective
Network Service Technology Elective
3
3
3
3
General Education Course
3
Semester IV
CGS 1103
CNT 2949
IT Project Management (Project +)
Network Services COOP Education
Network Service Technology Elective
Network Service Technology Elective
General Education Course
3
3
3
3
3
Summer Session
General Education Course
3
COMPUTER & NETWORK SECURITY
TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE
Advisers for this program are located in the Technology Building
PRIMARY ADVISER: Wendy Payne 872-3876
PROGRAM GOAL
The Computer and Network Security Technical Certificate is designed for individuals
interested in beginning or advancing a career in computer/network security.
Computer and Network Security technology is constantly changing and evolving
therefore learning in this field never ends. A strong emphasis is placed on working
collaboratively in a team environment, effective communication and cultivating good
customer service skills. Graduates of this certificate program could potentially obtain
positions as Network Administrators or Network Security Engineers. As part of this
program students will have the opportunity to achieve recognized IT industry
certifications such as Network+ Security+ and MSCE.
MAJOR COURSES
+# CTS 1134
Networking Essentials (Network+)
3
+# CTS 1120
+# CTS 1328
Computer & Network Security (Security +)
Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft
Windows Server (MS 70-290)
Firewalls and Network Security
Network Defense and Countermeasures
Designing Security for a Microsoft Server
Network (MS 70-298)
3
3
Implementing & Administering
Security (MS 70-299)
3
# CTS 2315
# CTS 2314
# CTS 2310
# CTS 2326
3
3
3
Choose one of the following:
# CTS 1133
Desktop Operating Systems
A+ Software (MS 70-620)
# CTS 1651
# CTS 1325
Router Technology (CISCO - CCNA) 3
Server Network Infrastructure
(MS 70-291)
# CTS 2304
Networking Services Planning and
Maintenance (MS 70-293)
IT Project Management (Project +) 3
3
TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS
24
# CGS 1103
3
3