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Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Network Engineering Technologies
The Computer Network Engineering program offers an associate of applied science degree, incorporating vendor certification training, for students preparing for entry-level employment or advancement in a variety of occupations, courses, and professional certificate programs within the networking field. The program will offer students a solid background in networking technology complemented by an array of certification training choices. All courses leading toward certification are taught by certified instructors.
The program offers a flexible environment where students can develop the background necessary to enter a rapidly changing and growing networking workforce and/or transfer to a four-year institution for further undergraduate education. Students in the Computer Network Engineering Technologies Program are subject to the Community and Technical College’s requirements for admissions, basic skills testing, and appropriate course placement. Blue Ridge CTC Catalog requirements regarding academic standards, student conduct, and graduation procedures also apply.
Students in this program will complete hands-on activities that will help to develop network fluency and troubleshooting skills. They complete project-based activities which will incorporate Internet research skills and electronic presentation skills to prepare for the work environment. An internship in a networking or information technology related area is required for graduation. Students are expected to locate their internship site. Detailed information of the internship requirements and expectations is available from the student’s advisor.
| Curriculum for an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Network Engineering Technologies | |
General Education Core |
22 |
Technical Core |
22 |
Specialty Track |
20 |
Total credit hours required |
64 |
| General Education Core | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CAHS 103 General Physical Science | 4 |
| CAS 111 Information Literacy | 3 |
| COMM 202 Fundamentals of Speech | 3 |
| ENGL 101 Written English OR ENGL 110 Technical Writing |
3 |
| MATH 105 Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 106 Trigonometry | 3 |
PSYC 203 Introduction to Psychology OR |
3 |
Subtotal Credit Hours Required |
22 |
| Technical Core | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CNET 131 Networking Fundamentals | 4 |
| CNET 141 Routing Protocals and Concepts | 4 |
| CNET 231 LAN Switching and Wireless | 4 |
| CNET 241 Accessing the WAN | 4 |
| CNET 292 Internship | 3 |
| IT 200 Network+ | 3 |
Subtotal Credit Hours Required |
22 |
| Systems Networking Track | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| IT 204 Windows Fundamentals | 3 |
| IT 270 Install, Config, & Admin Microdoft Windows | 3 |
| IT 290 Manage & Maintain Windows Server | 3 |
| IT 291 Implement, Manage, & Maintain Windows Infrasturecture | 3 |
| IT 289 Plan, Maintain Windows Server | 3 |
| Restricted Electives (IT, CNET, BUSN, CAS, or CYBR) | 5 |
Subtotal Credit Hours Required |
20 |
| Converge Networking Track | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CNET 250 CCNA: Security | 4 |
| CNET 251 CCNA: Wireless | 4 |
| CNET 252 CCNA: Voice | 4 |
| CNET 255 CCDA | 4 |
| Restricted Electives (IT, CNET, BUSN, CAS, or CYBR) | 4 |
Subtotal Credit Hours Required |
20 |
| Networking Professional Track | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CNET 165 Advanced Routing | 4 |
| CNET 266 Advanced Switching | 4 |
| CNET 267 Advanced Troubleshooting | 4 |
| Restricted Electives (IT, CNET, BUSN, CAS, or CYBR) | 6 |
Subtotal Credit Hours Required |
20 |
