IT-Network Management
Curriculum Description
Information Technology
Career Cluster:
Web and Digital Communications, Information Support and Services, Programming and Software Development, and Network Systems
Pathway: Information Technology
Program Major Information Technology
Pathway Description
The Information Technology (IT) curriculum prepares graduates for employment in the technology sector as designers, testers, support technicians, system administrators, developers, or programmers who use computer software and\or hardware to design, process, implement and manage information systems in specialties such as database services, security, business intelligence, healthcare informatics and others depending on the technical path selected within this curriculum.
Course work includes development of a student’s ability to create, store, communicate, exchange and use information to solve technical issues related to information support and services, interactive media, network systems, programming and software development, information security and other emerging technologies based on the selected area of study.
Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies which rely on computer systems to design and manage information. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.
This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain the Associate in Applied Science degree in Information Technology with an emphasis in Network Management.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25590NM REVISED
NC CIP: 11.0103
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTI 110 | Web, Pgm, & Db Foundation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| CTI 120 | Network & Sec Foundation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| NET 125 | Introduction to Networks | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| NET 126 | Switching and Routing NEW VERSION 2022FA  |
1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| NOS 130 | Windows Single User | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 8
Lab/Shop Hours: 14
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 15
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers  |
2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| NET 225 | Enterprise Networking NEW VERSION | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| NET 226 | Network Programmability NEW VERSION 2022FA | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM 120 OR |
Intro Interpersonal Com   |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| COM 231 OR |
Public Speaking |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| ENG 114 OR |
Prof Research & Reporting |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
| ENG 116 | Technical Report Writing |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 110 OR |
Freshman Composition |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry |
(3) | (0) | (0) | (3) |
Totals
Class Hours: 10
Lab/Shop Hours: 10
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 15
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTS 115 | Info Sys Business Concept |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Select one:
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAT 110 OR |
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy |
2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT 143 OR |
Quantitative Literacy |
(2) | (2) | (0) | (3) |
| MAT 171 | Precalculus Algebra |
(3) | (2) | (0) | (4) |
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ___ ___ | Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 8
Lab/Shop Hours: 2
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 9
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOS 120 | Linux/UNIX Single User | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| NOS 220 | Linux/UNIX Admin I NEW VERSION 2022FA |
2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| NOS 230 | Windows Admin I | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| NOS 231 | Windows Admin II |
2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| NOS 232 | Windows Admin III |
2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
Totals
Class Hours: 10
Lab/Shop Hours: 10
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 15
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NET 175 | Wireless Technology | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| NET 289 | Networking Project REVISED REQUISITE |
1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective |
** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Elective List 1 | ** | ** | ** | 1 |
Totals
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Shop Hours: 6
Clinical/WBL Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 10
Total Credit Hours: 64
Legend
- : Comprehensive Articulation Agreement - This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.
- : Local Requirement
- : Instructional Service Agreement
- : Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
- : Global Distinction
- : Requisite(s)
Additional Information
2017FA State Curriculum Standard Revision; new title and code; repackaged only. This program was formerly Networking Technology A25340.
Elective – Select 1 credit hour: CTS 120, SEC 110, SEC 160, WBL 111, WBL 121, WBL 131
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective – Select one: ART 111, HUM 110, HUM 115, MUS 110, PHI 240
Social/Behavioral Science Elective – Select one: ECO 151, ECO 251, ECO 252, PSY 118, PSY 150, SOC 210
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
A25590NM REVISED
