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Networking

Networking - Certificate

Program Requirements:

Admission Type:

General College Admission
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(843) 349-5277

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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.

Gainful Employment Information:

See: Networking Gainful Employment

Program Information
Course Sequence and Progression A minimum grade of "C" or better is required for all CPT and IST-prefixed courses for progression and graduation.
Curriculum Sequence
First Semester - Spring
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
or
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

Current Semester Information

Fall Classes

Last Day of Classes:

Dec 5-11 (Full Fall/Fast Forward II)

Final Exams:

Dec 12-17 (Full Fall/Fast Forward II)

Spring Classes

First Day of Classes:

Jan 14 (Full Spring/Fast Forward I)

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