Networking Specialist (CCNA) Certificate of Achievement

The Network Specialist Certificate of Achievement provides comprehensive training in network architecture, administration, and security. Students learn to design and maintain enterprise networks, manage Windows and Linux network environments, implement security protocols and access controls, identify common threats and vulnerabilities, and gain real-world experience through labs and projects that reflect current industry standards. This certificate prepares students for the Cisco CCNA industry certification as well as other certifications including CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, and CompTIA Security+.

The CCNA Program has been on pause for about 5 years.  However, it averaged about 150 completions between 2015-2020. We expect 150 completers annually. 

This certificate is part of a two-year degree that provides comprehensive training in network architecture, administration, and security. Students gain real-world experience through labs and projects that reflect current industry standards.
Individual Learning Outcomes (ILO):
•    Design and maintain enterprise networks
•    Manage Windows and Linux network environments
•    Implement security protocols and access controls
•    Identify Common Threats and Vulnerabilities
•    Prepare for the CISCO CCNA industry certification as well as other certifications including  CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, and CompTIA Security+.

Students completing this program will complete following major-specific courses: ITIS-10, ITIS-14, ITIS-16, ITIS-40, ITIS-51, ITIS-52, ITIS-53, ITIS-55, ITIS-60, ITIS-65, and selections from ITIS-56 or ITIS-61 and either ITIS-70 or ITIS-74.