Computer Information Technology
Cisco Networking
Certificate of Applied Science
Program Director: Carol Cornforth
Academic Advisor(s): WH-Cornforth; WT-Morris/Soly; NM-Cornforth/Slie

This program will provide students with short-term training to obtain entry-level positions in computer and/or business offices. Graduates can obtain entry-level employment in a variety of firms that require an expertise using Microsoft
networking knowledge.

Student in the Computer Information Technology, CP, Microsoft Networking option will receive hands-on training configuring and setting up networks using Microsoft principles and advanced Windows operating system software. Students will set up a Microsoft server and learn how to administer it. Application topics in Excel and Access will also be covered. Occupations available for students completing program requirements include the following: network technician, software engineer, help desk technician, and end user support.

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

• Use and apply various advanced features and commands of Windows
• Connect PC’s to a Cisco network
• Configure Cisco routers

The program course requirements are presented in sequence. Part-time students and others who cannot follow this sequence should check course descriptions in the catalog to determine prerequisites and, in addition, should consult their advisor regarding the order in which they take courses.

Fall Semester

Course	Cr. Hours
CIT 105 Windows O/S, Administration and Troubleshooting	3
CIT 117 MS Applications	3
CIT 123 A+ Hardware Essentials	3
CIT 142 Cisco I – Networking Fundamentals	4
CIT 232 Introduction to Program Logic & Java	3

 Spring Semester

Course	Cr. Hours
CIT 152 Cisco II	4
CIT 184 A+ Networking & Software	3
CIT 220 Unix/Linux	3
ENG 101 College Composition I	3
MATH Mathematics Core Requirement	2

Total Hours in Program – 31
 

 

Gainful Employment Information
139-Cisco Networking
COST
Q.	How much will this program cost me?
A.	Tuition and fees:	$2,806.00
	Books and supplies:	$1,100.00
	On-campus room & Board	Not offered
	Disclaimer: All Tuition and Fees are subject to change.
FINANCING
Q.	What are my financing options to pay for the program?
A.	In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, 100% of graduates (2009/2010-2011/2012) used loans to finance their education (tuition and fees, books and supplies and funds including educational costs allowed for living expenses, transportation/personal allowance) .  The median debt* for program graduates was by year:
	2011-2012	$8,050.00
	2010-2011	N/A	No Graduates this year
	2009-2010	N/A	No Graduates this year
	2008-2009	N/A
	2007-2008	N/A
* Median loan debt  from Title IV only-No completers had private loans or institutional financing during this time period.
SUCCESS
Q.	How long will it take me to complete this program?
A.	The program* is designed to take 12 months to complete.  The percent of graduates from this program that finished in this time by year are:
	2011-2012	100.00%
	2010-2011	0.00%	No Graduates this year
	2009-2010	0.00%	No Graduates this year
	2008-2009	N/A
	2007-2008	N/A
* Program created Fall 2009
Q.	What are the chances of getting a job when I graduate?
A.	The job placement rate** for students who complete the program* is by year:
	2011-2012	NR
	2010-2011	0.00%	No Graduates this year
	2009-2010	0.00%	No Graduates this year
	2008-2009	N/A
	2007-2008	N/A
* Program created Fall 2009
	* NR = No response to survey ** Placement Rate of Respondents; Calculation Source WV Workforce
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