Network Systems Technology, A.S.
Associate in Science
Science, Technology, Engineering and MathContact Information
(850) 201-8352
techedu@tcc.fl.edu
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About this Program
The Network Systems Technology, A.S. degree prepares students for entry-level positions in the high-demand computer networking-related fields. Employment types include network administrator, network manager, network designer, network installer, network troubleshooter, inter/intranet worker.
Total Credit Hours:
60
Estimated Time to Complete Program:
4 terms*
*based on 15 credit hours per term
Estimated Tuition Cost:
$6,049.80*
Eligible for Financial Aid:
Yes
Eligible for Veteran's Aid:
Yes
*based on current in-state tuition rate of $100.83 per credit hour
Program Overview & Requirements
Program Purpose:
To prepare students for entry-level positions in computer networking-related fields. Employment types include network administrator, network manager, network designer, network installer, network troubleshooter, inter/intranet worker.
Program Length:
60 credit hours
Academic Division:
Business, Industry and Technology
Contact:
(850) 201-8352 or techedu@tcc.fl.edu
View Information about Graduation Requirements and Year of Entry .
General Education (15 credit hours)
- ENC1101 College Composition 3 credit hour(s)
- Any General Education Humanities State Core course 3 credit hour(s)
- Any General Education Mathematics State Core course 3 credit hour(s)
- Any General Education Natural Sciences State Core course 3 credit hour(s)
- Any General Education Social Sciences State Core course 3 credit hour(s)
Program Courses (36 credit hours)
- CGS1000 Introduction to Computer Technology 3 credit hour(s) *
- CGS1060 Computer and Internet Literacy 3 credit hour(s) *
- CIS2352 Ethical Hacking 3 credit hour(s)
- CTS1131 Microcomputer Architecture 3 credit hour(s) **
- CTS1134 Networking and Telecommunication 3 credit hour(s)
- CET1600 Open System Architecture I 3 credit hour(s) ***
- CET1610 Open System Architecture II 3 credit hour(s) ***
- CET2370 Network Virtualization 3 credit hour(s)
- CTS2351 Network Administration and Management 3 credit hour(s)
- CTS2352 Advanced Network Administration 6 credit hour(s)
- CNT2401 Introduction to Network Security 3 credit hour(s)
- CTS2132 Microcomputer Architecture II 3 credit hour(s)
Elective Courses (9 credit hours)
Select 3 of the following:
- CET2615 Open System Architecture III 3 credit hour(s)
- CET2620 Open System Architecture IV 3 credit hour(s)
- CGS2540 Database Concepts 3 credit hour(s)
- IDS2941 Technology and Professional Programs Internship 3 credit hour(s)
- MAN2021 Introduction to Management 3 credit hour(s)
- COP1000 Programming Concepts 3 credit hour(s)
- COP2220 Introduction to C++ Programming 3 credit hour(s) or COP equivalent
Note:
* Exemption exam available.
** Current A+ certification for credit. Contact Business, Industry and Technology Division at (850) 201-8352 or techedu@tcc.fl.edu for information.
*** Current CCNA certification for credit. Contact Business, Industry and Technology Division at (850) 201-8352 or techedu@tcc.fl.edu for information.
First Semester
- Make an appointment to meet with an advisor & declare a meta-major
- Attend events during First Year Experience Week
- Receive IC3 certification. Find out more info from the program office.
- Check on the Course Requirements
- Club participation can boost your GPA! Consider joining these:
By 18 credit hours
- Receive CompTIA Network+ Certification. Find out more info from the program office.
- Receive CompTIA A+ Part 1 Certification. Find out more info from the program office.
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The Learning Commons
Main Campus
(850) 201 – 8193
Learningcommons@tcc.fl.edu
Looking for a faster option to get into the workforce?
Consider one of these certificates:
- Network Infrastructure Certificate (21 credit hours)
- Network Support Technician Certificate (21 credit hours)
- Network Visualization Certificate (18 credit hours)
By 30 credit hours
- Visit Career Center
Student Union, 2nd Floor, Student Support Services - Maintain a 2.0 GPA
- Make an appointment to meet with an advisor
- Check on the Course Requirements
- Review your degree audit in TCC EagleNet
By 36 credit hours
- Receive CCNA Certification. Find out more info from the program office.
- Receive CompTIA Security+ Certification. Find out more info from the program office.
By 45 credit hours (75% completion)
- Receive CompTIA A+ Part II Certification. Find out more info from the program office.
- Receive VMWare VCA-DCV/VCP-DCV Certification. Find out more info from the program office.
- Meet with Career Placement Coordinator in TCC Career Center
- Complete graduation check workshop online.
(You will receive an email notification when you are eligible.) - Want to Walk? Commencement ceremonies only take place once a year, so check the deadline!
- Review your degree audit in TCC EagleNet
Last semester
- Review your degree audit in TCC EagleNet
- Review Graduation Checklist
- You Must Apply for Degree (for instructions, click here)
Contact information
Business, Industry and Technology
P: (850) 201-8352
E: techedu@tcc.fl.edu
Advising
TCC Main Campus
Student Union Building, Second Floor
P: (850) 201-8440
E: advisingcenter@tcc.fl.edu
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