About the Program
CIP 11.0901
The Computer Networking Technology program contains a broad set of computer science courses and training including telecom, computer hardware, software, troubleshooting, upgrades, repair, networks, routing, switching, wireless, mobile devices, programming languages, IT Security, database design and more. Employment opportunities for graduates are found in every industry around the world. An IST career is a rewarding field.
An IST graduate is awarded an Associate of Applied Science degree and have the opportunity to earn CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications.
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AAS Degree
Certification/Licensure
CompTIA A+ Certification
CompTIA Network+ Certification
Admission Requirements
Priority given to applicants with ACT composite of 17 or equivalent placement test score.
Associate of Applied Science
Curriculum
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First Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| SPT 1113 | Oral Communication | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | |
| Mathematics/Science Elective | 3 | |
| ENG 1113 | English Composition I | 3 |
| LLS 1311 | Orientation | 1 |
| Total Hours | 16 | |
Second Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IST 1154 | Web and Programming Concepts | 4 |
| IST 1163 | Concepts of Database Design | 3 |
| IST 1124 | IT Foundations | 4 |
| IST 2922 | Special Problems in IST | 2 |
| IST 1134 | Fundamentals of Data Comm | 4 |
| Total Hours | 17 | |
Third Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
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| IST 1254 | Network Administration Using Linux | 4 |
| IST 1244 | Network Administration Using Microsoft Windows Server | 4 |
| IST 2434 | Server Side Programming I | 4 |
| IST 1143 | Information Security | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
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| IST 1224 | Network Components | 4 |
| IST 2234 | Network Implementation | 4 |
| IST 2224 | Network Planning & Design | 4 |
| IST 2932 | SPIST Certification Prep Network+ | 2 |
| Total Hours | 14 | |
Advisors
Brian Miller
Advisor - Computer Networking
- 601-276-3733
- bmiller@smcc.edu
Program Costs
Program Tuition & Fees
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| Vocational Course Lab Fee | $100/semester |
| Certification Fees | $178 (3rd semester) |
| Certification Fees | $230 (4th semester) |
