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Wireless Network Support Certificate

Wireless Network Support Certificate

Wireless Network Support Certificate

This certificate program allows students to complete a series of coordinated courses in a shorter period of time than an associate degree. Students in associate degree programs may benefit from adding a certificate to their areas of expertise. A minimum of a 2.00 grade-point average must be obtained for all required courses in order to receive a certificate.

Upon successful completion of a certificate program, a Certificate Request form must be completed in the Student Records Office in order to receive a certificate.

Fall

Courses

ITEC 1610 - IT Essentials

This course covers the fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as more advanced concepts such as security, networking, and the responsibilities of an information and communications technology (ICT)professional. The curriculum helps students prepare for entry-level ICT career opportunities and the CompTIA A+ certification. CTAG# CTIT014

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2

ITEC 1420 - Introduction to Information Security

This course provides an overview of security challenges and strategies of countermeasure in the information systems environment. Topics include definition of terms, concepts, elements, and goals incorporating industry standards and practices with a focus on confidentiality, availability and integrity aspects of information systems.

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2

ITEC 1640 - Introduction to Networks CCNA1

This is the first course in a series of three. The curriculum provides a comprehensive introduction to the networking field and in-depth exposure to fundamental networking, LAN switching, wireless LANs, basic routing, Cybersecurity, WAN concepts, VPNs, QoS, virtualization, and network automation. Threaded throughout the course are security concepts and skills including threat mitigation through LAN security, ACLs, and IPsec. Through hands-on lab activities, students learn how to implement network technologies and troubleshoot common issues. This course, together with ITEC 1645 and ITEC 1665, prepares students for Cisco's CCNA certification exam.  CTAG: CTIT007 

Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2

ITEC 1645 - Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials CCNA2

This is the second course in a series of three. The curriculum provides a comprehensive introduction to the networking field and in-depth exposure to fundamental networking, LAN switching, wireless LANs, basic routing, Cybersecurity, WAN concepts, VPNs, QoS, virtualization, and network automation. Threaded throughout the course are security concepts and skills including threat mitigation through LAN security, ACLs, and IPsec. Through hands-on lab activities, students learn how to implement network technologies and troubleshoot common issues. This course, together with ITEC 1640 and ITEC 1665, prepares students for Cisco's CCNA certification exam.  CTAG: CTIT008

Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2

Spring

Courses

ITEC 1620 - Wireshark 101

This course provides a starting point for analyzing network traffic, troubleshooting network performance, and detecting network security related incidents. Students will capture, filter, and analyze network traffic based on network protocols, applications, and data origin.

Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Required Prerequisite Course: Take ITEC 1640 with a minimum grade of C-

ITEC 2665 - Wireless & Business Technologies

Upon completion of this course, students will be exposed to design, implement, and mange wireless and voice over IP (VOIP) networks, as well as remote monitoring and management (RMM) solutions and technologies. The primary focus of this course is the installation and management of wireless networks with further solutions involving day to day operations and troubleshooting.  The course follows a logical organization of the Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) Wireless exam objectives (a vendor-neutral enterprise WI-FI certification). Material is presented in a concise manner focusing on increasing the student's retention and recall of exam topics. The core wireless component of this course prepares students for the Certified Wireless Network Professional's (CWNP) CWNA wireless certification exam. The VOIP component of this course introduces students to voice over IP (VOIP) technologies. Students will plan, implement, and manage VOIP networks. The VOIP component of this course prepares students for 3CX's Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced VOIP certification exams. Students are also introduced to remote monitoring and management (RMM) technologies and call tracking/ticketing systems.

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Required Prerequisite Course: ITEC1645 (minimum grade of C-)

Total Credit Hours: 12