Cloud Computing and Networking Technology Degree
This degree program will provide you with a broad technical understanding of computer technology, networking, and security, as well as the communication skills and professionalism required of all entry-level IT professionals.
You'll develop your skills in software and hardware installation, network configuration and diagnostics, security and forensics fundamentals, and virtualization and cloud computing implementation, with more of a “hands-on” orientation focused on scenarios in which troubleshooting and tools must be applied to resolve problems.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
- Install, maintain and evaluate computer networks.
- Describe network architecture concepts, including topology, protocols, components, and principles.
- Demonstrate best practices in the use of lab equipment and network hardware.
- Create a detailed plan showing the steps necessary to implement a network security system.
- Test and configure network services, devices, and peripherals.
- Review data and identify relevant evidence using current forensic tools.
- Describe the evolution of cloud computing and major methods of deployment.
- Design and implement cloud applications that can scale up on a VM (Virtual Machine and out across multiple VMs.
Program Advising
Meet with your academic advisor regularly to discuss your academic plans and make sure you are on track to graduate and/or transfer.
Transfer Opportunities
MC has a long history of successfully preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions. See all transfer agreements.
Careers
Career opportunities include network and computer systems administrator, database administrator, computer support specialist, and more.
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Curriculum
A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows.
All students should review the advising guide and consult an advisor. Most courses have either assessment levels that must be met or prerequisites (courses that must be taken first). Part-time students and those who need to meet assessment levels or take prerequisite courses will take longer to complete a degree. An advisor will help make sure you are taking your courses in the right order.
All degree-seeking students must take a central group of General Education courses in English, mathematics, arts, behavioral and social sciences, humanities, and science. These courses are included in the suggested course sequence below.
Suggested Course Sequence
A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows. All students should review the Program Advising Guide and consult an advisor.
First Semester
- ENGL 101 - Introduction to College Writing 3 semester hours
- NWIT 101 - Introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT) 3 semester hours
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CMSC 110 3 semester hours 3 semester hours
- NWIT 105 - Introduction to Cloud Computing 3 semester hours
- NWIT 127 - Microcomputer Essentials 3 semester hours
- Mathematics foundation 3 semester hours (MATF)
Second Semester
- CMSC 135 - Introduction to Scripting 3 semester hours
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CMSC 140 3 semester hours 3 semester hours
- NWIT 151 - Introduction to Networking 3 semester hours
- NWIT 170 - Network Operating Systems 3 semester hours
- NWIT 173 - Network Security 3 semester hours
- English foundation 3 semester hours (ENGF)
Third Semester
- COMM 108 - Foundations of Human Communication 3 semester hours (GEEL) 3 semester hours 3 semester hours (GEEL)
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COMM 112 3 semester hours 3 semester hours (GEEL)
- CMSC 253 - UNIX/LINUX System Administration 4 semester hours
- NWIT 203 - Microsoft Windows Server 3 semester hours
- Arts or humanities distribution 3 semester hours (ARTD or HUMD)
Fourth Semester
- NWIT 204 - Network Virtualization and System Administrator 4 semester hours
- NWIT or CMSC or DATA or TECH elective 3 semester hours
- Behavioral and social sciences distribution 3 semester hours (BSSD)
- Natural sciences distribution with lab 4 semester hours (NSLD)
- NWIT or CMSC elective 3 semester hours
*ENGL 101/ENGL 101A, if needed for ENGL 102/ENGL 103, or NWIT or CMSC or DATA or TECH elective.
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