CIST Networking Specialist Diploma
NS14
Program Purpose: The Computer Information Systems Technology - Networking Specialist diploma program is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Program graduates receive a Computer Information Systems Technology - Networking Specialist diploma and are qualified for employment as networking specialists.
This program is eligible for the HOPE Career Grant. For more information on the HOPE Career Grant, visit HOPE Career Grant Information
Diploma Requirements
Basic Skills (General Core) Courses - Area I
Language Arts/Communication
Basic Skills (General Core) Courses - Area II
Social/Behavioral Sciences
Basic Skills (General Core) Courses - Area III
Natural Sciences/Mathematics
Occupational Courses
Complete Two of the Following Specializations:
Linux/UNIX Specialization
Microsoft Specialization
Cisco Exploration Specialization
| CIST 2451 | Introduction to Networks - CISCO | 4 |
| CIST 2452 | Cisco Routing and Switching Essentials | 4 |
| CIST 2453 | Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation | 4 |
| Choose One of the Following Courses | |
| CIST 2601 | Implementing Operating Systems Security | 4 |
| or | |
| Advisor Approved Occupational Elective | |
AWS Cloud Solutions Specialization
| CIST 2480 | AWS Cloud Foundations | 4 |
| CIST 2481 | AWS Cloud Architecting | 4 |
| CIST 2482 | AWS Cloud Developing | 4 |
| Choose One of the Following Courses | |
| CIST 2612 | Computer Forensics | 4 |
| or | |
| Advisor Approved Occupational Elective | |
Total Credit Hours: 59