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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

Stackable Awards:

Network and Cloud Computing, Level 2 Certificate  

Network and Cloud Computing Level 1 Certificate  

Cisco Certified Network Associate, Occupational Skills Award ♦  

CompTIA Network+ Certification Preparation Occupational Skills Award ♦ 

CompTIA Cloud+ Certification Preparation Occupational Skills Award ♦   

Related Awards: 

Cyber Defense and Operations, A.A.S ♦  

Cyber Defense and Operations Level 2 Certificate ♦  

Cyber and Digital Forensics Level 1 Certificate ♦  

Cyber Digital Forensics First Responders Preparation Occupational Skills Award ♦  

Personal Computer Skills Level 1 Certificate ♦  

 

♦ This degree may be available in the following modes of delivery: Face-to-face, fully online.

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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