Microsoft Windows Networking Certificate of Achievement

This certificate includes instruction and practice in the theory, design, configuration, and operation of local and wide area networks using Microsoft Windows servers. Students completing this certificate program will be qualified for employment in entry-level positions in network management and technical support of Windows networks.

The expected annual enrollment is 35 students. We expect 25-30 students to complete the certificate each academic year.

The Certificate of Achievement in Microsoft Windows Networking is designed to prepare students for entry-level network administrator and systems support in a variety of job positions, including systems administrators, network administrators, IT support positions and systems specialists. Students are trained in entry-level office skills including a solid foundation in network routing and switching as well as critical thinking, problem solving, and interpersonal skills to provide greater efficiency in the workplace. 

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Define various components of Windows Server
• Use advanced techniques to implement and manage active directory infrastructure
• Support hardware, software and end-users of Windows OS Desktop edition

The program first addresses the basic computer and networking skills needed to prepare the student for further study or for an entry-level job. CNIT 106 – Introduction to Networks, CNIT 416, 417 and 418 – Administrating Windows Server 2016, all address the foundational base of computer and networking skills. 

This certificate program requires the completion of 16 units.

Course		Units	Semester
Choose one of the following courses:
CNIT 106 – Introduction to Networks		3.00	S1
CNIT 201C – Introduction to CISCO Networks		3.00	S1
	Total:	3.00
Required courses:
CNIT 401-Windows 10 Technical Support		3.00	S1
CNIT 416 – Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2016		3.00	S1
CNIT 417 – Administrating Windows Server 2016		3.00	S2
CNIT 418 – Identity With Windows Server 2016		3.00	S2
CNIT 40 DNS Security		1.00	S2
	Total:	13.00
	Total:	16.00

Recommended Schedule for Completion:

First Semester:  CNIT 401, CNIT 416 and one of the electives (either CNIT 106 or 201C)

Second Semester: CNIT 417, CNIT 418 and CNIT 40

This program addresses a valid occupational role, that of network administrator position. The program is designed to provide students with the skills to meet employers’ needs. Both students entering the workforce and incumbent employees desiring entry-level network administrator and systems support knowledge will benefit from this program.

Of the Bay Area Community Colleges (Merritt College, Contra Costa College, Diablo Valley College, College of Marin, Chabot College, Skyline College, College of San Mateo, Las Positas Community College, Canada College, Ohlone College, Santa Rosa Junior College, Foothill College, Mission College, and San Jose City College), Ohlone College is the only college that offers a similar program.