Networking Technology A.A.S.
HEGIS Code 5199
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The Networking Technology A.A.S. program has been deactivated effective Fall 2007. During the period of deactivation, faculty will study the design, purpose, and need for the curriculum. No students will be admitted to the program during the period of deactivation.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2002-2003 edition, reports that computer systems analysts, engineers, and scientists are expected to be among the "...fastest growing occupations through 2010. Employment of computing professionals is expected to increase much faster than average as technology becomes more sophisticated and organizations continue to adopt and integrate these technologies. Growth will be driven by very rapid growth in computer and data processing services, which is projected to be the fastest growing industry in the U.S. economy. In addition, thousands of job openings will arise annually from the need to replace workers who move into managerial positions or other occupations or who leave the labor force." Industries expected to employ the largest numbers of network technicians include telephone communications, federal government, computer and data processing services, state government (except education and hospitals), and colleges and universities.
THE PROGRAM
This program will prepare students in network technology for employment in a variety of industrial, business, government, and public service settings. Network technicians are employed by most major organizations across the country and around the world. Virtually no significant organization will operate without a network manager in the years to come.
In this curriculum, students learn to connect computer components to existing networks, to plan and design expanded or future networks, and to troubleshoot and to correct network problems. The underlying assumption is that students are learning to connect computers and peripherals that are operating correctly and have standard software properly installed. The focus of the Networking Technology A.A.S. degree is not computer repair.
This program will provide students with hands-on experience in networking through laboratory work and an internship at an appropriate business or organization. The program provides coursework that focuses on fundamentals of networking, devices and concepts, processes and protocols, network architectures, design and management.
Students wishing to pursue additional education after completing the Networking A.A.S. degree are encouraged to research baccalaureate requirements to maximize transfer credit. Graduates have continued their studies at the University of Albany, University of Rochester, SUNY Morrisville, and Empire State College. Graduates of this program perform such tasks as network support, helpdesk support, web site administration, and network administration. JCC has an articulation agreement with SUNY Morrisville's Information Technology Bachelor of Technology degree. In addition, articulation agreements have been developed with the Howard G. Sacket Technical Center (BOCES) and the Oswego BOCES.
Students entering this program are required to purchase or lease a professional microcomputer system for home use. Computers are an integral part of all course instruction within the Networking Technology program. Computer specifications are available from this page (in Adobe Acrobat PDF format) or upon request.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS:
All degree requirements and courses listed are effective Fall of 2004 and are subject to change.
| Credit Hours | |
|---|---|
| Networking Requirements (27 Credit Hours): | |
| NET 100: Networking Fundamentals* | 3 |
| NET 131: Local Area Networks | 3 |
| NET 132: Wide Area Networks | 3 |
| NET 151: Network Architectures and Protocal Analysis | 3 |
| NET 205: Network Security | 3 |
| NET 209: The Internet | 3 |
| NET 210: Internetworking Devices and Concepts | 3 |
| NET 212: Network Analysis and Design | 3 |
| NET 275: Networking Internship | 3 |
| Business Requirements (3 Credit Hours): | |
| BUS 112: Introduction to Business | 3 |
| Humanities Requirements (9 Credit Hours): | |
| ENG 101: Research and Composition | 3 |
| ENG 218: Technical Writing | 3 |
| Humanities Elective | 3 |
| Math/Science Requirements (9-12 Credit Hours): | |
| MTH Electives ** | 6-8 |
| Science Elective | 3-4 |
| Social Science Requirements (6-8 Credit Hours): | |
| Social Science Electives | 6 |
| Free Electives | 6-8 |
| Physical Education | 1 |
| TOTAL | 61-66 |
* Students should have basic computer skills. Students lacking such literacy may have to take additional preparatory coursework.
** At least one Algebra-based Math course (MTH 125 or higher) is REQUIRED.
The curricula offered by the College require certain Liberal Arts core courses in the area of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Science or Mathematics. The following indicates areas of study acceptable in meeting these requirements.
| Humanities: | American Sign Language, Art, English, Journalism, Modern Languages, Music, Philosophy, Speech, and Theater Arts. |
| Social Sciences: | Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology |
| Science and Mathematics: | Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Science, and Mathematics |
TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES
As a graduate of Jefferson, you will have many transfer opportunities to consider and be able to choose from a wide variety of Colleges and Universities to pursue your baccalaureate degree. Jefferson has partnered with some selected Colleges and Universities to develop agreements that help students transfer smoothly.
Morrisville State College
Below please find a 2+2 agreement that has been developed with the Morrisville State College.
The purpose of this articulation agreement is to recognize achievement of graduates of the SUNY Jefferson Networking Technology Program and to provide advanced standing in the Bachelor of Technology (BT) in Information Technology program at Morrisville State College.
Franklin University
Below please find a link to an agreement that has been developed with the Franklin University in the following program areas:
This agreement is designed to help students select courses in their academic program that will transfer effectively and will allow students to complete the Bachelor of Science degree at Franklin.
For more information, please contact the JCC Counseling Center at 315-786-2271.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For further information regarding this program, please contact any of the following faculty:
BJ Piyatamrong, Networking Technology Coordinator
(315) 786-6566 bpiyatamrong@sunyjefferson.edu
For application and admissions information please contact:
admissions@sunyjefferson.edu
Admissions Office (315) 786-2277
(or Toll Free 1-888-435-6522. Ask for Admissions.)
Jefferson Community College
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