Associate in Science in Computer Network Technology
Santa Clara, USA
Associate of Applied Science
DURATION
60 hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Key Summary
About: The Associate in Science in Computer Networking Technology prepares you to design, administer, maintain, and troubleshoot networks. Mission College supports students and aligns programmes with Santa Clara and Silicon Valley workforce needs. Hands-on labs teach enterprise networking; electives prepare you for CCNA, CCNP, MCITP, and Server and Enterprise Administrator. You’ll build math, computer, diagnostic, systematic problem-solving skills, attention to detail, curiosity, creativity.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into networking, security, cloud, systems roles: Software Developer, Cybersecurity Analyst, Database Administrator, Cloud Engineer, IT Project Manager, Systems Analyst, Network Engineer, Systems Administrator. Related jobs include network technician, infrastructure specialist, and support engineer.
The Associate in Science in Computer Networking Technology prepares students to design, administer, maintain, and troubleshoot networks of different sizes. Students learn a diverse array of skills, including specification preparation, network management, network design, equipment and system sales, and software development.
Laboratory courses provide students with hands-on experience to demonstrate the principles of enterprise networking. Courses provide learning opportunities for students new to the field, as well as for those who are experienced professionals.
Specialized courses are also among the optional electives in this program, available to help students prepare for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP), and Server Administrator and Enterprise Administrator certification exams.
Skills Needed
- Math skills.
- Computer and technology skills.
- Curiosity and creativity.
- A stickler for detail.
- Anticipate and diagnose problems.
- A systematic approach to problem-solving.
To earn this degree, students must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of 60-degree applicable units with an overall GPA of 2.0.
- Completion of a minimum of 18-semester units in the major with a grade of C (or P) or better.
- Completion of the AS Graduation Requirements, CSU GE-B or IGETC
Required Core Courses
- CIT 012 ---- Introduction to Networking (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
- CIT 021 ---- Cisco Network Fundamentals (CISCO-1) (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
- CIT 022 ---- Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
Plus Three (3) Additional Courses from the Following:
- CIT 011 ---- Introduction to Computer Hardware and Software ( A+) (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
- CIT 013 ---- AWS 1 Cloud Practitioner- Foundational (2.5 Lecture/0.5 Lab) ---- 3.0
- CIT 014 ---- AWS 2 Solutions Architect- Associate (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
- CIT 016 ---- CyberSecurity and Ethical Hacking (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
- CIT 017 ---- Cyber Security Essentials (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
- CIT 018 ---- CCNA Cyber Security Operations (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
- CIT 023 ---- Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
- CIT 024 ---- Implementing and Administering Cisco Networking Technologies (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
- CIT 078 ---- Microsoft Server Essentials 1 (3.0 Lecture/1.0 Lab) ---- 4.0
- Students will design and plan a network infrastructure to support specific user and business requirements.
- Students will implement enterprise networks with advanced routing and switching strategies.
- Students will manage and troubleshoot enterprise networks
Scholarships at Mission
Mission College offers a variety of scholarships ranging from $50 to several thousand dollars per year. Eligibility may vary based on fields of study, community and/or college involvement, and/or financial need.
All continuing Mission College and new students, including graduating high school students and transferring students, may apply.
Current Scholarships Available
Mission College 2022-23 General Scholarships Application
New, returning, continuing, or transferring Mission College Scholarship opportunities are available. The 2022-23 MC Scholarship Application-visit the website for more details. The deadline has closed for this year.
NEW Spring 2022 Scholarship Opportunities!
Jim McEntee Legacy Scholarship: Deadline April 30, 2022. Download the application here: 21-22 Jim McEntee Scholarship
American Association of University Woman-AAUW (San Jose Branch Scholarship Application & Opportunity. For more information, visit the website. The deadline to apply is April 15,
NEW Chicana Latina (CLF) Foundation Scholarship
The Chicana Latina Foundation awards scholarships to Latina college students valued at $1500 each. Deadline to Apply: March 31st, 2022
NEW Progress Pride Scholarship!
For the first time, the Mensa Foundation seeks to award our Progress Pride Scholarship: up to two $10,000 scholarships. The scholarship is intended for college-bound, college, or graduate students at U.S. universities who identify as both BIPOC and LGBTQ—and who have demonstrated positive service to the BIPOC and LGBTQ communities.
POINT Foundation Scholarship
The Community College Scholarship Program launched in 2016 and went national in 2017. To be selected for the scholarship, students are evaluated on academic performance and potential, financial need, involvement in school and community, and goals for the future. Deadline to Apply May 3rd.
Mission Promise Program
Mission College is proud to expand our Mission Promise Program to make college more affordable for our new, first-time college students! Eligible students will have their enrollment fees paid for their first two years AND get up to $1,000 to pay for books or other educational expenses.
Dreamer Scholarships
Dreamers: Scholarship opportunity for undocumented and/or DACA recipients
- Immigrants Rising Scholarships
- Silicon Valley Community Foundation
- List of Undergraduate Scholarships
- Latinos in Technology (Includes Business and Nursing)
STEM Based
STEM: Science, Technology Engineering & Math (STEM) Scholarship Opportunities. New opportunities are open!
- NEW! Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship.
- NEW! Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship.
- Nordson BUILDS Scholarship Program.
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers
- Gates Millennium
- Hispanic Scholarship Fund
- Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
- American Institute of Chemical Engineers
- Society of Women Engineers
External Scholarships New opportunities!
Additional scholarship resources and links.
- pointfoundation.org (LGBTQI+ Scholarship Opportunity)
- Progress Pride Scholarship (BIPOC & LGBTQI+ Scholarship Opportunity)
- Latinos in Technology (includes Business and Nursing)
- Horacio Alger Scholarship (various & Career & Technical Scholarships)
- Pivotalnow.org (Foster Youth Scholarship Opportunity)
- National League of American Pen Woman (NLAPW) (females only scholarship)
- 2022 Scholarship Details 2022 NLAPW Application
- African American Scholarship Opportunity
- African American Scholarship
- Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship
- Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship
- Soroptomist-Live Your Dream Award New!
- Live Your Dream Award NEW! (Due Nov. 15)
- VAPW Scholarship Application (Vietnamese American Professional Women Association of Silicon Valley Deadline May 1)
Jobs in the Field
- Select Jobs in the Field
- Software Developer
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- UX, Web, Mobile Apps, or Game Designer
- Database Administrator
- Cloud Engineer
- Data Scientist
- IT Project Manager
- Systems Analyst
- Machine Learning Engineer