Computer Systems Technology - Networking Ontario College Advanced Diploma
ObjectivesThis six-semester program (completed in less than two years) is based on the CISCO curriculum. This program offers a comprehensive plan of study that includes computer hardware, networking, server operating and management systems. Specific subjects include wireless technologies, the Linux operating system, e-mail management solutions, and WAN technologies. Supplementary topics include application software, database systems, data management, and computer programming with a business environment focus.
Academic titleComputer Systems Technology - Networking Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Course descriptionSEMESTER ONE:
CIS 100 Personal Skills for Success
CIS 123 Internet - Fundamentals
CIS 142 Programming - Fundamentals
CMM 125 College Communication
CST 105 Microcomputer Hardware
CST 110 Operating Systems - Client
CST 115 Networking - Fundamentals
SEMESTER TWO:
CIS 174 Database - Fundamentals
CMM 180 Business Communication
CST 214 Networking - LAN II
CST 224 Networking - LAN III
CST 234 Networking - LAN IV
CST 318 Networking Advanced
MTH 142 Math for Computer Technicians
SEMESTER THREE:
CIS 304 Career Preparation
CST 160 Technical Documentation
CST 244 Networking - LAN V
CST 254 Networking - LAN VI
CST 295 Special Projects
SEMESTER FOUR:
CMM 200 Report Writing II
CST 302 Networking - WAN I
CST 304 Networking - WAN II
CST 306 Operating Systems - 2nd O/S
SEMESTER FIVE:
CIS 137 Studies in Interface Design
CST 312 Networking - WAN III (7 Weeks)
CST 314 Networking - WAN IV (7 Weeks)
CST 316 Operating Systems - Scripting
SEMESTER SIX:
CST 395 Special Projects II
The training provided in the first three semesters of this program allows students to challenge a number of exams required to complete the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) designations. Semesters 4 through 6 provide the training to challenge the four exams in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designation. Holders of these two globally-recognized designations are in constant demand by employers. Upon completion of the first semester, students will be equipped with the necessary skills to take the A+ and Network+ certifications, widely recognized in North America as a technician standard.