CCNA Certificate

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The Computer Networking Technology certificate provides students with practical and relevant skills in the field of Computer Networking and Information Technology. The Certificate program provides a foundation for students to further achieve industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+ and CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate). Students completing this program will be able to demonstrate knowledge of computer software, computer hardware, network operating systems, networking device configuration, and network administration. Students entering this program should have a good foundation in math and reading, as well as basic familiarity with Microsoft Windows and internet browsers. Students may be advised to take additional courses to prepare them for the degree program. This certificate allows students to apply networking practices while being fully certified as a Cisco Network Associate.

Students may complete deficiencies concurrently with the beginning courses in the program. Students not meeting a course prerequisite must have the instructor permission to enroll.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the CCNA certificate program, students should be able to:

• Use basic to advanced features of spreadsheet software
• Design network architecture
• Monitor and troubleshoot network operations
• Create Web documents