Associate of Applied Science

Engineering Technology
Major: Computer & Electronics Technology
Specialization: Internetworking

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Length: Two-year Program - Four semesters

Purpose: The global shift toward Information Technologies has produced a critical shortage of technicians skilled in the computer and networking technologies. Data suggest that the IT industry will grow at an unprecedented rate during the next century thus further exacerbating the shortage of qualified Information Technology technicians.

The Computer Networking Technology degree will provide students the opportunity to develop computer and networking skills and master the necessary content to sit for the CompTIA A+ and CISCO CCNA certification exams. Students will be prepared for full-time employment upon mastering the Computer Networking curriculum. The curriculum is delivered by means of modern state of the art educational technologies. Laboratory experiences will allow students to gain valuable experience working with actual industrial equipment.

Occupational Objectives:

Computer Service Technician Telecommunications Technician
Information Technology Marketing Systems Analyst
LAN Technician InterNet Service Provider Technician
LAN Administrator LAN Cable Installation
Technical Sales Associate WAN Technician
Computer Systems Installation Network Systems Installation

Admission Requirements: Students who meet the admission requirements to the College are eligible for enrollment into the Computer Networking Technology program. Students are expected to be proficient in basic English and mathematics. Appropriate developmental courses are available for those needing to improve proficiency in these areas.

Program Requirements: The curriculum consists of course content in general education, basic electronics, computer and networking technologies. Several of the courses will be delivered online. In these courses students will access the curriculum and take assessments in the form of quizzes, tests and exams through the InterNet.

Note: High school students interested in a career in the IT industry should check with their counselor for the availability of articulation and dual-enrollment opportunities for those studies.

The Computer Networking Technology Degree program is designed to provide students the opportunity to develop the necessary skills for entry level employment in the Information Technology industry. Students interested in pursuing a Bachelors degree should consult with college counselors and program advisors early in their program of study at Southwest Virginia Community College.

Course
Number		 Course Title Lecture
Hours		 Lab
Hours		 Course
Credits
First Semester
MTH 115* Technical Mathematics I 3 0  3
ENG 111 College Composition I 3 0 3
ETR 158 Electronics Circuits for Computers 3 3 4
ETR 166 Fund. of Computer Technology 3 3 4
TEL 150 Internetworking I 3 3 4
TOTAL 15 9 18
         
  Second Semester      
ELECTIVE** Humanities/Fine Arts 3 0 3
HLT/PED Health/PE Elective 1 0 1
ESR 150 Software Configuration &
Diagnostics 		3 3 4
TEL 151 Internetworking II 3 3 4
ETR 156 Digital Circuits & Micro. Fund. 3 3 4
  TOTAL 13 9 16
         
  Third Semester      
ETR*** Technical Elective 3 0 3
ITN 115 Windows 2003 Server 3 2 4
SS Social Science Elective 3 0 3
TEL 250 Internetworking III 3 3 4
ITN 171 Unix 1 3 0 3
  TOTAL 15 7 17
         
  Fourth Semester      
SS* Social Science Elective 3 0 3
ESR 236 Certification/License Prep. 1 3 2
ITN 260 Network Security Basics 3 2 4
SDV 106 Prep. for Employment 1 0 1
HLT/PED Health/PE Elective 1 0 1
TEL 251 Internetworking IV 3 3 4
ETR*** Technical Elective 3 0 3
TOTAL 15 8 18

Total Minimum Credits for the Computer Networking Technology Major 69

* Check with your advisor if you plan to pursue a Baccalaureate Degree.
** Humanities/Fine Arts: Students may choose from the following courses: Philosophy, Religion, Music Appreciation, Art Appreciation, and Foreign Languages.
*** Students must consult with advisor to identify a technical elective.