Computer Network Technology Certificate

CIP 110901 (4NCC)

This certificate is specifically designed to prepare students as entry-level networking professionals. Students are encouraged to take the associated industry certification exams.

Admission Requirements

Admission to Arapahoe Community College

Program Requirements

Major Courses (9 Credit Hours)

CNG 1024 - Networking I: Network+ 3 Credits
CNG 1025 - Networking II: Network+ 3 Credits
CNG 1042 - Introduction to Cloud Computing 3 Credits

Elective Courses (9 Credit Hours)

Students must choose 9 credit hours from the following:

CNG 1020 - A+ Certification Preparation 4 Credits
CNG 1021 - Computer Technician I: A+ 4 Credits
CNG 1022 - Computer Technician II: A+ 4 Credits
CNG 1032 - Network Security Fundamentals 3 Credits
CNG 1036 - Guide to IT Disaster Recovery 3 Credits
CNG 2009 - MS Server Active Directory Configuration 4 Credits
CNG 2011 - Windows Configuration: (OS) 3 Credits
CNG 2012 - Configuring Windows Server 4 Credits
CNG 2013 - Administering Windows Server 4 Credits
CNG 2024 - Microsoft Windows Wireless Network 3 Credits
CNG 2053 - Firewalls and How They Work 3 Credits
CNG 2057 - Network Defense and Counter Measures 3 Credits
CNG 2058 - Digital Forensics 4 Credits
CNG 2063 - CISCO Network Associate IV 5 Credits
CIS 1018 - Introduction to PC Applications 3 Credits
CIS 2020 - Fundamentals of UNIX 3 Credits
CIS 2032 - Unix Shell Programming 3 Credits
CSC 1019 - Introduction to Programming: (Programming Language) 3 Credits
CSC 1026 - Game Design and Development 3 Credits

Total: 18 Credit Hours

NOTE: Students interested in taking one of the certification exams need to meet with a Computer Network Technology Advisor to choose the correct sequence of classes. Please call 303.797.5252 for more information.

Graduation Requirements

Apply for graduation online at www.arapahoe.edu/graduation.
As a graduate of a Career and Technical Education program you will be contacted by an ACC employee in approximately six months to verify your employment information. This information gathering is a federal requirement to ensure that ACC receives certain federal funding.