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Program: Computer Information Technology (Networking Security Awards)

COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- CISCO NETWORKING ASSISTANT

(Skills Achievement Award)

Brookhaven, El Centro and North Lake campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: SA.CIT.CISCO.ASST.16

This sequence is for students who wish to develop skills in managing traffic and networking devices in local area networks (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) services, wireless communication, and management. Upon completion, the student will have acquired skills needed to prepare for certification as a Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA).

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 or equivalent experiences and basic understanding of local area networks design and protocols and basic router configuration obtained in Cisco 1 or Cisco 2 or equivalent experiences approved by designated information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 2420 CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation 4
ITSC 1416 Linux Installation and Configuration OR 4
ITSE 1402 Computer Programming (4)
Semester Total 8
Minimum Hours Required 8

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- CISCO NETWORKING INTERN

(Skills Achievement Award)

Brookhaven, El Centro, North Lake, and Richland campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: SA.CIT.CISCO.INTN.16

This sequence is for students who wish to learn about design and installation of local area networks, and basic router configuration. Upon completion, the student will have acquired the skills needed for employment in the networking industry as an intern.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 or equivalent experiences approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks 4
ITCC 1444 CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 4
Semester Total 8
Minimum Hours Required 8

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- CONVERGENCE TECHNOLOGY INTERN

(Level 1 Certificate)

El Centro campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.CONV.INTN.16

This one-year certificate option is designed to provide training for any student wishing to enter the convergence technology field as an intern. Skills and knowledge of basic networking concepts, hardware, operating systems, and security are developed.

A graduate will be qualified to enter the small, medium and enterprise information technology work environment as an intern.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of computer terminology, problem solving, and logic structures used with computers as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 and ITSE 1429 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC Operating Systems 4
ITSC 1425 Personal Computer Hardware 4
ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks 4
Semester Total 12
Course Course Title Credit Hours
EECT 1407 Convergence Technologies 4
ITNW 1413 Computer Virtualization OR 4
ITNW 1435 Information Storage and Management (4)
Semester Total 8
Minimum Hours Required 20

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- CONVERGENCE TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN

(Level 2 Certificate)

El Centro campus only

  • Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C2.CIT.CONVTECH.16

This certificate builds on basic skills obtained in the Convergence Technology Intern certificate including basic switching and routing concepts, hardware and operating systems, virtualization, storage and security. More advanced networking concepts are developed with client and server operating systems and security.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of computer terminology, problem solving, and logic structures used with computers as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 and ITSE 1429 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC Operating Systems 4
ITSC 1425 Personal Computer Hardware 4
ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks 4
ITCC 1444 CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 4
Semester Total 16
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITNW 1413 Computer Virtualization OR 4
ITNW 1435 Information Storage and Management (4)
EECT 1407 Converegence Technologies 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITNW 1408 Implementing and Supporting Client Operation Systems OR 4
ITMT 1458 Windows Client Operating System (4)
ITMT 2405 Designing and Implementing a Server Infrastructure 4
+Elective SPCH Elective 3
ENGL 1301 Composition 1 3
Semester Total 14
Minimum Hours Required 38

+SPCH Elective - must be selected from the following:

Course Course Title Credit Hours
SPCH 1311 Introduction to Speech Communication 3
SPCH 1315 Public Speaking 3
SPCH 1321 Business and Professional Communication 3

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- INFORMATION SECURITY

(Level 1 Certificate)

Brookhaven, Eastfield and El Centro campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.INFOSECU.16

This certificate provides hands-on, in-depth training to meet industry demands and concerns in protecting critical information infrastructures against cyber threats. The graduate will be qualified for entry-level positions in a network environment dealing with security challenges.

Prerequisites: Extensive knowledge of the computer field is required including basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301, as well as strong networking concepts obtained in Cisco and/or Microsoft networking courses or equivalent experiences approved by designated Information Technology personnel. It is further recommended that you have one or more of the following: Certificate and/or AAS in networking, BS or BA in Computer Science, or Cisco CCNA, Novell CNE, Microsoft MCSA and/or MCSE, A+ and Network+, SCSA, UNIX/Linux certification, or other vendor specific certifications. It is recommended that you discuss your computer knowledge with one of the instructors teaching the courses to insure you have the required foundation to succeed.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security 4
ITSY 1442 Information Technology Security 4
ITSY 2400 Operating System Security 4
ITSY 2401 Firewalls and Network Security OR 4
ITCC 2441 CCNA Security 4
Semester Total 16
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSY 2459 Security Assessment and Auditing OR 4
ITSY 2445 Network Defense and Countermeasures (4)
ITSY 2442 Incident Response and Handling 4
ITSY 1491 Special Topics in Information Technology/Security OR 4
ITSY 2441 Security Management Practices OR (4)
ITSY 2443 Computer System Forensics (4)
Semester Total 12
Minimum Hours Required 28

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- IT SECURITY

(Skills Achievement Award)

Brookhaven and El Centro campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: SA.CIT.SECUR.06

This award is designed to provide an introductory background for students interested in learning about protecting information systems and networks from security threats. Security terminology and theory, administrative controls, protection from viruses, firewall design, and incident postmortem reporting is introduced. The award also provides preparatory training for those wishing to take the Security+ certification exam.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computer and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security 4
ITSY 1442 Information Technology Security 4
ITSY 2400 Operating Systems Security OR 4
ITSY 2401 Firewalls and Network Security (4)
Semester Total 12
Minimum Hours Required 12

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- MOBILE APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER

(Level 1 Certificate)

El Centro campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.MOB.APP

This one-semester certificate option is designed to provide training for persons wanting to develop Android mobile applications from design to deployment. Topics include web application design and responsive layout using HTML5/CSS3, native application design and development using Java and Android Studio core functionality and hybrid development using industry accepted tools, processes and procedures. Graduates will be qualified to enter the workforce as an entry-level Android Mobile applications developer.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 and problem solving and logic structures as obtained in ITSE 1429 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
IMED 1416 Web Design 1 4
ITSE 2417 Java Programming OR 4
COSC 1436 Programming Fundamentals 1 (4)
ARTV 2470 Handheld Device Web Application Development 4
ARTV 2471 Android Application Programming 4
Semester Total 16
Minimum Hours Required 16

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- MULTI-PLATFORM APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER

(Level 1 Certificate)

El Centro campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.MULT.APP

This one-year certificate option focuses on training for multi-level Android, iOS and Windows Phone platform devices. Topics include web application design and responsive layout using HTML5/CSS3, native application design and development using Java and Android Studio, core functionality and hybrid development for iOS using Objective C or Swift and Windows Phone using C# or Visual Basic. Graduates will be qualified to enter the business environment as a diverse multi-platform Mobile applications developer.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
IMED 1416 Web Design 1 4
ITSE 1429 Programming Logic and Design 4
ARTV 2470 Handheld Device Web Application Development 4
Semester Total 12
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ARTV 2471 Android Application Programming 4
ITSE 2410 iOS Application Programming 4
INEW 2434 Advanced Web Programming OR 4
INEW 1440 ASP.NET Programming OR (4)
ITSE 1406 PHP Programming 4
Semester Total 12
Minimum Hours Required 24

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR AND SUPPORT

(Associate of Applied Science Degree)

Cedar Valley, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake, and Richland campuses only

  • Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: Individual degree plan codes(s) have been assigned to a specific track(s) within this degree plan.

This associate degree program provides education and training for individuals interested in developing their knowledge and skills as networking professionals.

Students may receive the Network Administrator and Support A.A.S. degree for only ONE specialization and specialization tracks are offered only at the colleges listed below:

  • Cedar Valley: CCNA, MTA (Microsoft Technology Associate), MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) Server Infrastructure
  • El Centro: Convergence Technology, CCNA, MTA (Microsoft Technology Associate), MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) Server Infrastructure, Security, Virtualization/Cloud
  • Mountain View: CCNA, MTA (Microsoft Technology Associate), MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) Server Infrastructure
  • North Lake: CCNA, MTA (Microsoft Technology Associate), MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) Server Infrastructure, Virtualization/Cloud
  • Richland: CCNA, Unix/Linux, MTA (Microsoft Technology Associate), MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) Server Infrastructure, Security, Virtualization/Cloud

The program also provides preparatory training for a variety of industry certification examinations. Credit may be given and course substitutions made for those who have acquired A+ and/or Network+ certification.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301, and problem solving and logic structures as obtained in ITSE 1429 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
Specialization Semester 1 (TWO courses) 8
ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC Operating Systems 4
ITSC 1425 Personal Computer Hardware 4
Semester Total 16
Course Course Title Credit Hours
Specialization Semester 2 (TWO courses) 8
ENGL 1301 Composition 1 3
+Elective Mathematics Elective 3
Semester Total 14
Course Course Title Credit Hours
Specialization Semester 3 (TWO courses) 8
++Elective Speech Elective 3
+++Elective Social/Behavioral Science 3
Semester Total 14
Course Course Title Credit Hours
Specialization Semester 4 (THREE courses) 12
++++Elective Humanities/Fine Arts 3
+++++Elective Technical Elective (one course) 1
Semester Total 16
Minimum Hours Required 60

+Mathematics Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Mathematics.

++Speech Elective - must be selected from the following:

Course Course Title Credit Hours
SPCH 1311 Introduction to Speech Communication 3
SPCH 1315 Public Speaking 3
SPCH 1321 Business and Professional Communication 3

+++Social/Behavioral Science Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Social/Behavioral Science.

++++Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts.

+++++Technical Elective - must be selected from the following:

Course Course Title Credit Hours
IMED 1191 Special Topics in Educational/Instructional Media Design 1
ITCC 1191 Special Topics in System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager 1
ITNW 1164 Practicum (or Field Experience)-Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 1
ITNW 1192 Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 1
ITSC 1164 Practicum (or Field Experience)-Computer and Information Sciences, General 1
ITSC 1166 Practicum (or Field Experience)-Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician 1
ITSC 1171 Introduction to Computers 1
ITSC 1191 Special Topics in Computer and Information Sciences, General 1
ITSE 1191 Special Topics in Computer Programming 1
ITSY 1191 Special Topics in Information Technology/Security 1

NOTE: Upon completion of this degree, depending on the specialization selected, students are eligible to take the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA), MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert, and/or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) credentialing exams.

 

SPECIALIZATIONS

Important: Students must receive the Network Administrator and Support A.A.S. degree in only ONE specialization area.


CONVERGENCE TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIZATION

This specialization is only offered at El Centro campus.

(Degree Plan Code:AAS.CIT.NS.CONV.14)

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks 4
ITCC 1444 CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 2420 CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation 4
ITSC 1416 Linux Installation and Configuration OR 4
ITSE 1402 Computer Programming (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
EECT 1407 Convergence Technologies 4
ITNW 1413 Computer Virtualization OR 4
ITNW 1435 Information Storage and Management (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 1408 Introduction to Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) 4
IT Electives (Select TWO courses from the IT SPECIALIZATIONS ELECTIVE LIST) 8
Semester Total 12

CCNA SPECIALIZATION

This specialization is only offered at Cedar Valley, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake, and Richland campuses.

(Degree Plan Code: AAS.CIT.NS.CCNA.14)

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks 4
ITCC 1444 CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 2420 CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation 4
ITSC 1416 Linux Installation and Configuration OR 4
ITSE 1402 Computer Programming (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security OR 4
ITMT 2440 Designing Security for Microsoft Networks OR (4)
ITCC 2441 CCNA Security (4)
IT Elective (Select ONE course from the IT SPECIALIZATIONS ELECTIVE LIST) 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
IT Elective (Select THREE courses from the IT SPECIALIZATIONS ELECTIVE LIST) 12
Semester Total 12

SECURITY SPECIALIZATION

This specialization is only offered at El Centro and Richland campuses.

(Degree Plan Code: AAS.CIT.NS.SECURE.15)

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security 4
ITSY 1442 Information Technology Security 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSY 2400 Operating System Security OR 4
ITSY 2401 Firewalls and Network Security (4)
ITSY 2442 Incident Response and Handling 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSY 2441 Security Management Practices OR 4
ITSY 2443 Computer System Forensics (4)
ITSY 2445 Network Defense and Countermeasures OR 4
ITSY 2459 Security Assessment and Auditing (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
IT Elective (Select THREE courses from the IT SPECIALIZATIONS ELECTIVE LIST) 12
Semester Total 12

UNIX/LINUX SPECIALIZATION

This specialization is only offered at Richland campus.

(Degree Plan Code: AAS.CIT.NS.UNIX.14)

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSE 1429 Programming Logic and Design 4
ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSC 1407 UNIX Operating System 1 OR 4
ITSC 1416 Linux Installation and Configuration (4)
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSC 2437 UNIX Operating System 2 OR 4
ITSC 2425 Advanced Linux (4)
ITSC 1442 Shell Programming 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSC 1458 UNIX System Administration 1 4
ITSC 1447 UNIX System Administration 2 4
IT Elective (Select ONE course from the IT SPECIALIZATIONS ELECTIVE LIST) 4
Semester Total 12

VIRTUALIZATION AND CLOUD COMPUTING SPECIALIZATION

This specialization is only offered at El Centro, North Lake and Richland campuses.

(Degree Plan Code: AAS.CIT.NS.CLOUD.14)

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks 4
ITMT 2405 Designing and Implementing a Server Infrastructure 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 1444 CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 4
ITNW 1413 Computer Virtualization 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSC 1416 Linux Installation and Configuration 4
ITNW 2455 Server Virtualization OR 4
ITNW 1492 Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITNW 2472 Virtual Datacenter Design 4
ITNW 1440 Desktop Virtualization 4
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security 4
Semester Total 12

MTA (MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE) SPECIALIZATION

This specialization is only offered at Cedar Valley, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake, and Richland campuses.

(Degree Plan Code: AAS.CIT.NS.MTA.15)

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies 4
ITNW 1408 Implementing and Supporting Client Operation Systems OR 4
ITMT 1458 Windows Client Operating System (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security OR 4
ITMT 2440 Designing Security for Microsoft Networks (4)
ITNW 1492 Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
IT Electives (Select TWO courses from the IT SPECIALIZATIONS ELECTIVE LIST) 8
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITMT 2405 Designing and Implementing a Server Infrastructure 4
IT Electives (Select TWO courses from the IT SPECIALIZATIONS ELECTIVE LIST) 8
Semester Total 12

MCSE (MICROSOFT CERTIFIED SOLUTIONS EXPERT) SERVER INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALIZATION

This specialization is only offered at Cedar Valley, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake, and Richland campuses.

(Degree Plan Code: AAS.CIT.NS.SERVER.15)

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies 4
ITNW 1408 Implementing and Supporting Client Operating Systems OR 4
ITNW 1492 Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITMT 2405 Designing and Implementing a Server Infrastructure 4
ITMT 1457 Administering a Windows Server Operating System 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITMT 1405 Configuring Advanced Windows Server Operating System 4
IT Elective (Select ONE course from the IT SPECIALIZATIONS ELECTIVE LIST) 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security OR 4
ITMT 2440 Designing Security for Microsoft Networks (4)
ITMT 2404 Implementing an Advanced Server Infrastructure 4
IT Elective (Select ONE courses from the IT SPECIALIZATIONS ELECTIVE LIST) 4
Semester Total 12

IT SPECIALIZATIONS ELECTIVE LIST
Select any category other than your primary specialization.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
CPMT 1451 IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software 4
EECT 1407 Convergence Technologies 4
ITCC 1408 Introduction to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) 4
ITCC 2441 CCNA Security 4
ITCC 2459 Advanced Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) 4
ITNW 1413 Computer Virtualization 4
ITNW 1451 Fundamentals of Wireless LANs 4
ITNW 1492 Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 4
ITNW 2450 Enterprise Network 4
ITSY 1442 Information Technology Security 4
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks 4
ITCC 1444 CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 4
ITCC 2420 CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation 4
ITCC 2441 CCNA Security 4
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 2430 CCNP Enterprise: Core Networking (ENCOR) 4
ITCC 2435 CCNP Enterprise: Advanced Routing (ENARSI) 4
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITNW 1413 Computer Virtualization 4
ITNW 1440 Desktop Virtualization 4
ITNW 1492 Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 4
ITNW 2455 Server Virtualization 4
ITNW 2472 Virtual Datacenter Design 4
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 2441 CCNA Security 4
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security 4
ITSY 1442 Information Technology Security 4
ITSY 1491 Special Topics in Information Technology/Security 4
ITSY 2400 Operating System Security 4
ITSY 2401 Firewalls and Network Security 4
ITSY 2441 Security Management Practices 4
ITSY 2442 Incident Response and Handling 4
ITSY 2443 Computer System Forensics 4
ITSY 2445 Network Defense and Countermeasures 4
ITSY 2459 Security Assessment and Auditing 4
ITSY 2472 Ethical Hacking and System Defense 4
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSC 1407 UNIX Operating System 1 4
ITSC 1416 Linux Installation and Configuration 4
ITSC 1442 Shell Programming 4
ITSC 1447 UNIX System Administration 2 4
ITSC 1458 UNIX System Administration 1 4
ITSC 2425 Advanced Linux 4
ITSC 2437 UNIX Operating System 2 4
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITMT 1405 Configuring Advanced Windows Server Operating System 4
ITMT 1457 Administering a Windows Server Operating System 4
ITMT 1458 Windows Client Operating System 4
ITMT 2403 Administering a Microsoft SQL Server Database 4
ITMT 2405 Designing and Implementing a Server Infrastructure 4
ITMT 2440 Designing Security for Microsoft Networks 4
ITNW 1408 Implementing and Supporting Client Operation Systems 4
ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies 4
ITNW 1492 Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 4

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- NETWORKING ASSOCIATE

(Level 1 Certificate)

Brookhaven, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake, and Richland campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.NWK.ASSOC.16

This certificate option will provide education and training for individuals interested in developing their knowledge and skills as networking professionals with an emphasis on preparation for those wishing to take the CCNA certification examination.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405, or COSC 1301 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks 4
ITCC 1444 CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 2420 CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation * 4
ITSC 1416 Linux Installation and Configuration OR 4
ITSE 1402 Computer Programming (4)
Semester Total 8
Minimum Hours Required 16

*Upon completion of ITCC 2420 CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation, the student is eligible to take the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) exam.

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- NETWORKING PROFESSIONAL

(Level 1 Certificate)

El Centro, North Lake and Richland campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.NWKPROG.12

This certificate will examine complex networking concepts using troubleshooting tools and more sophisticated configurations. Upon completion of each course, the student will have acquired skills needed to prepare for certification exams to become a Cisco Certified Network Professional.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405, or COSC 1301 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel, as well as CCNA certification and successful completion of skills-based exam or completion of CCNA 4.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 2430 CCNP Enterprise: Core Networking (ENCOR) 4
ITCC 2435 CCNP Enterprise: Advanced Routing (ENARSI) 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITCC 2443 Network Security OR 4
ITSC 2425 Advanced Linux (4)
Elective Any 4-credit hour CPMT, EECT, ITCC, ITDF, ITMT, ITNW, ITSC, ITSW, or ITSY course 4
Semester Total 8
Minimum Hours Required 16

Upon completion of each course, the student is eligible to take the appropriate CCNP (Cisco Certified Networking Professional) credentialing exam.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- NETWORKING SUPPORT

(Level 1 Certificate)

Brookhaven, Cedar Valley, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake, and Richland campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.NTWRK.SUPP

This certificate offers courses to prepare networking systems engineers, database administrators, and systems administrators for the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) IT Infrastructure certification exam. The program also provides preparatory training for those wishing to take the Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Server Administrator, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Enterprise Administrator, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Database Administrator, and Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Enterprise Support Technician certification examinations.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301, and problem solving and logic structures as obtained in ITSE 1429 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies OR 4
ITMT 1406 Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications (4)
ITMT 1458 Windows Client Operating Systems 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security OR 4
ITMT 2440 Designing Security for Microsoft Networks (4)
ITMT 1457 Administering a Windows Server Operating System 4
Semester Total 8
Minimum Hours Required 16

NOTE: Upon completion of this award, students are eligible to take the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) IT Infrastructure certification exam for each course.

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