Program: Computer Network Technology Certificate - Academic Plan - Arapahoe Community College

Apr 28, 2025

2025-2026 Arapahoe Community College Catalog

Total Credits = 18

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

Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Recommendations

Where requirements are listed as course categories (e.g. Electives, Arts/Humanities) rather than as specific courses, please note that depending upon course choice, prerequisites may be required.

*Grade C or better required

Required Course	Prerequisite, Corequisite, or Recommendation
CNG 1025 - Networking II: Network+	Prerequisite or Corequisite: CNG 1024 - Networking I: Network+

Recommended Course Sequence (Full-Time Track)

Year 1: Fall

CNG 1024 - Networking I: Network+ 3 Credits
CNG 1042 - Introduction to Cloud Computing 3 Credits
CNG 2012 - Configuring Windows Server 4 Credits
CSC 1019 - Introduction to Programming: (Programming Language) 3 Credits

Year 1: Spring

CNG 1021 - Computer Technician I: A+ 4 Credits
CNG 1025 - Networking II: Network+ 3 Credits
CNG 1032 - Network Security Fundamentals 3 Credits

Recommended Course Sequence (Part-Time Track)

Year 1: Fall

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

Year 1: Spring

CNG 1021 - Computer Technician I: A+ 4 Credits
CNG 1032 - Network Security Fundamentals 3 Credits
CSC 1019 - Introduction to Programming: (Programming Language) 3 Credits

Notes

Course availability is subject to change.
Recommended courses may be listed above for certain electives; consult with the Academic Advising Office (advising@arapahoe.edu or 303.797.5664) for additional elective recommendations.
Refer to 2024/2025 catalog for specific requirements and important information about this certificate.