IT-Network Management
COMPETENCY-BASED EDUCATION (CBE)
This high-quality and affordable program model will provide students a flexible way to learn how to install, configure, and Troubleshoot Advanced Networks. Students also have the opportunity to prepare for industry recognized credentials such as MCP, CCNA, CCNA-Security, Linux+, and Network+.
Program Requirements:
- Be prepared to take online classes
- College-ready; all developmental courses completed
- Prior experience in college or prior work-experience
- Have consistent and reliable internet access
- Self-motivated
How does CBE benefit students?
- Get credit for what you already know
- Earn a college certificate in 15 weeks
- Build on your knowledge and skills at your pace
- Earn high-quality, industry-validated degrees and credentials
- Acquire credentials for career advancement
Program Certificate Options:
- IT-Network Management Cisco Certified Network Associate certificate
- IT-Network Management NOS Certified Microsoft & Linux Professional certificate
Want to know more?
Please contact Marion Pittman-Couch (mpittmancouch@forsythtech.edu) for more Information if you are interested in participating. Interested students should schedule an information session in order to be considered for participation.
Program Map:
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.
Associated in Applied Science – CBE 2 Year Track
IT – Network Management (A25590CN)
The A25590CN degree 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, business intelligence healthcare information and others depending on the technical path selected within this curriculum.
SEMESTER 1 (1st Fall)
SECTION |
COURSE TITLE |
CLASS |
LAB |
CREDITS |
CTI 110 |
WEB, Programming and Data Foundations |
2 |
2 |
3 |
CIS 110 |
Introduction to Computers |
2 |
2 |
3 |
SEC 110 |
Security Concepts |
2 |
2 |
3 |
CTI 120 |
Network & Security Foundation |
2 |
2 |
3 |
PHI 240 |
Introduction to Ethics |
3 |
0 |
3 |
SEMESTER 2 (1st Spring)
SECTION |
COURSE TITLE |
CLASS |
LAB |
CREDITS |
ENG 111 |
Writing Inquiry |
3 |
0 |
3 |
NOS 130 |
Windows Single User |
2 |
2 |
3 |
NOS 230 |
Windows Admin I |
2 |
2 |
3 |
NOS 231 |
Windows Admin II |
2 |
2 |
3 |
NOS 232 |
Windows Admin III |
2 |
2 |
3 |
SEMESTER 3 (Summer)
SECTION |
COURSE TITLE |
CLASS |
LAB |
CREDITS |
NOS 120 |
Linux/UNIX Single User |
2 |
2 |
3 |
NOS 220 |
Linux/UNIX Admin I |
2 |
2 |
3 |
PSY 150 |
General Psychology |
3 |
0 |
3 |
May meet requirements for Certified Microsoft & Linux Professional Certificate
SEMESTER 4 (2nd Fall)
SECTION |
COURSE TITLE |
CLASS |
LAB |
CREDITS |
NET 125 |
Introduction to Networks |
1 |
4 |
3 |
NET 126 |
Routing Basics |
1 |
4 |
3 |
NET 225 |
Routing & Switching I |
1 |
4 |
3 |
NET 226 |
Routing & Switching II |
1 |
4 |
3 |
May meet requirements for Network Mgt CISCO Certified Network Assoc. Certificate
SEMESTER 5 (2nd Spring)
SECTION |
COURSE TITLE |
CLASS |
LAB |
CREDITS |
COM 120 |
Introduction to Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
0 |
3 |
MAT 143 |
Quantitative Literacy |
2 |
2 |
3 |
CTS 120 |
Hardware/Software Support |
2 |
3 |
3 |
NET 289 |
Networking Project |
1 |
4 |
3 |
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 66
Certified Microsoft & Linux Professional Certificate
SEMESTER (Spring)
SECTION |
COURSE TITLE |
CLASS |
LAB |
CREDITS |
NOS 130 |
Windows Single User |
2 |
2 |
3 |
NOS 230 |
Windows Admin I |
2 |
2 |
3 |
NOS 231 |
Windows Admin II |
2 |
2 |
3 |
NOS 232 |
Windows Admin III |
2 |
2 |
3 |
SEMESTER (Summer)
SECTION |
COURSE TITLE |
CLASS |
LAB |
CREDITS |
NOS 120 |
Linux/UNIX Single User |
2 |
2 |
3 |
NOS 220 |
Linux/UNIX Admin I |
2 |
2 |
3 |
Network Mgt CISCO Certified Network Assoc. Certificate
SEMESTER (Fall)
SECTION |
COURSE TITLE |
CLASS |
LAB |
CREDITS |
NET 125 |
Introduction to Networks |
1 |
4 |
3 |
NET 126 |
Routing Basics |
1 |
4 |
3 |
NET 225 |
Routing & Switching I |
1 |
4 |
3 |
NET 226 |
Routing & Switching II |
1 |
4 |
3 |