Palo Alto College Schedule/Catalog 2022-2023 [Archived Catalog]
Network and Cloud Computing, A.A.S.
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Students earning this degree will be prepared to pursue information technology and networking careers in a variety of industries, including health care, financial services, education, entertainment, and more. With an emphasis on practical experience, students learn the basics of routing, switching, wireless, troubleshooting, and other advanced technologies to prepare for the globally-recognized Cisco CCNA® certification, continued education, and for entry-level career opportunities such as Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Network Installer, Network Technician, or Help Desk Technician.
This offering is available in the following modes:
Face-to-face, Fully online
With this award, you may seek jobs such as:
Network and Computer System Administrator
Related Awards:
Computer and Networking Support Specialist Level 1 Certificate ♦
Computer and Networking Support Specialist, A.A.S. ♦
Cyber Defense and Operations, A.A.S ♦
Cyber Defense and Operations Level 2 Certificate ♦
Cyber and Digital Forensics Level 1 Certificate ♦
Personal Computer Skills Level 1 Certificate ♦
♦ This degree may be available in the following modes of delivery: Face-to-face, fully online.
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Total Credit Hours Required: 60
Milestone Course(s)
*** denotes Milestone course(s)
A milestone course is a course that is critical for success in this program as determined by the Faculty of the Alamo Colleges District.
Additional Program Information
Students earning this degree will be prepared to pursue information technology and networking careers in a variety of industries, including health care, financial services, education, entertainment, and more. With an emphasis on practical experience, students learn the basics of routing, switching, wireless, troubleshooting, and other advanced technologies to prepare for the globally-recognized Cisco CCNA® certification, continued education, and for entry-level career opportunities such as Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Network Installer, Network Technician, or Help Desk Technician. Post Network Associate (CCNA®) students may choose to pursue the Network Professional (CCNP®) certification. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects much faster than average growth and excellent job prospects for Network Administrators.
Notes:
* Capstone Course
CIP Code: 11.0901
Major Code: NADN
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