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Networking - Certificate
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The global use of computer technology has led to an ongoing demand for skilled technicians in all areas of computing. The Networking Certificate program prepares students for positions as network administrators and engineers by providing the knowledge required for certification by the network-industry leaders. All classes in this certificate transfer to HGTC's Associate in Applied Science in Computer Technology, Networking Emphasis degree program.
For more information, contact:
Lou Ann Timmons - (843) 349-5367
Career Outlook
A network technician has the technical knowledge and ability to work as a network
engineer, network technician, and network administrator.
For more information about careers, visit O*Net Online for an overview of South Carolina and National earnings statistics, and Horry-Georgetown
Technical College's Career Resource Center for more employment, career, and professional development resources.
For more information about gainful employment, visit: https://www.hgtc.edu/righttoknow.
Program Information |
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Course Sequence and Progression |
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Curriculum Sequence |
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First Semester - Spring |
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CPT 278 | Computer Software Applications | 3 |
IST 166 | Network Fundamentals | 3 |
IST 190 | LINUX Essentials | 3 |
TOTAL | 9 | |
Second Semester - Summer | ||
IST 161 | Introduction to Network Administration | 3 |
IST 162 | Introduction to Workstation Networking Administration | 3 |
TOTAL | 6 | |
Third Semester - Fall | ||
IST 165 | Implementing Administering Windows Directory Services | 3 |
IST 291 | Fundamentals of Network Security I | 3 |
TOTAL | 6 | |
Fourth Semester - Spring | ||
CPT 280 | SCWE in Computer Technology | 3 |
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IST 290 | Special Topics in Information Sciences | |
IST 261 | Advanced Network Administration | 3 |
IST 292 | Fundamentals of Network Security II | 3 |
IST 295 | Fundamentals of Voice Over IP | 3 |
TOTAL | 12 | |
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | 33 |