Computer Information Technology - Networking

Print Degree Planner (opens a new window) |

This A.A.S. program emphasizes the various aspects of networking and other basic computer skills needed in the field of information technology. The training will qualify students to assume positions with business and industry employing computer technologies. Students will work in the planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of different sized networks. Special emphasis will be placed on Cisco and Microsoft Operating Systems. Students will also be prepared with basic PC hardware support and programming skills.

This program is designed for the student who does not intend to transfer to a baccalaureate degree program.

Degree: Associate of Applied Science

Emphasis: Computer Information Technology

Concentration: Networking

Recommended Full-Time Schedule

The following Recommended Full-Time Schedule is not a substitute for academic advising. You must meet with an academic advisor each semester to be cleared for registration. Consult with your advisor about scheduling and degree requirements. Also, see the current undergraduate catalog (catalog.ws.edu) for a complete list of requirements and electives. Requirements are continually under revision, and there is no guarantee they will not be changed or revoked. Contact the academic division or department for current information.

Factors that affect your progression include required Learning Support courses, your choices regarding campus location, course delivery method, and the days and times selected to take classes.

¹General Education electives in each category must be chosen from approved courses listed in the General Education Program .

Learning Support courses must be taken every semester until completed.

First Year

Fall Term (15 semester credit hours)

CITC 1301 - Introduction to Programming and Logic (3 hrs.)
CITC 1321 - CompTIA A+ Core I (3 hrs.)
COMM 2025 - Fundamentals of Communication (3 hrs.)
INFS 1010 - Computer Applications (3 hrs.)
1 Mathematics Elective (3 hrs.) (Select from Walters State approved general education list)¹

Spring Term (15 semester credit hours)

ENGL 1010 - English Composition I (3 hrs.)
CITC 1322 - CompTIA A+ Core II (3 hrs.)
CITC 1323 - CCNA I (3 hrs.)
CITC 1332 - UNIX/Linux Operating System (3 hrs.)
BUSN 1305 - Introduction to Business (3 hrs.)

Second Year

Fall Term (15 semester credit hours)

CITC 1303 - Database Concepts (3 Hrs.)
CITC 1324 - CCNA II (3 hrs.)
CITC 2320 - Windows Server I (3 hrs.)
ACCT 1010 - Principles of Accounting I (3 hrs.)
1 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective (3 hrs.) (Select from Walters State approved general education list)¹

Spring Term (15 semester credit hours)

ECON 2100 - Principles of Macroeconomics (3 hrs.)
CITC 2321 - CCNA III (3 hrs.)
CITC 2326 - Network Security (3 hrs.)
CITC 2364 - Virtualization Essentials (3 hrs.)
CITC 2390 - Capstone Course in Computer Information (3 hrs.)

Computer Information Technology - Networking

Recommended Full-Time Schedule

First Year

Fall Term (15 semester credit hours)

Spring Term (15 semester credit hours)

Second Year

Fall Term (15 semester credit hours)

Spring Term (15 semester credit hours)

Program Degree Requirements - A.A.S. Computer Information Technology - Networking

General Education Requirements (15 hours)

Communication

Humanities and/or Fine Arts

Behavioral/Social Sciences

Mathematics

Concentrations (45 hours)

Total Credit Hours 60