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Networking Associate Certificate

This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Networking Associate Certificate. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn a Networking Associate Certificate. Courses from this certificate may apply to the related A.A.S. degree. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official certificate requirements.

This certificate option will provide education and training for individuals interested in developing their knowledge and skills as networking professionals with an emphasis on preparation for those wishing to take the CCNA certification examination. Courses that complete the Networking Associate Certificate, and the Cisco Networking Intern (IA) and Cisco Networking Assistant (NA) Skills Achievement Awards are noted below.

Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites, as long as the student completes the TSI waiver form prior to enrollment.

Catalog Year       2021-2022  You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.

Degree Type       Level I Certificate

GPA Requirement       Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher

TSI       May be Exempt

SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official certificate requirements.

CERTIFICATE MINIMUM: 16 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS

PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

If needed, complete one:

ITSC 1401

BCIS 1405

COSC 1301

Or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

SEMESTER 1

ITCC 1414 – CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks (Course also applies to IA)

ITCC 1444 – CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless (Course also applies to IA)

SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS

1. Meet with your advisor to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
2. Meet with a career advisor or coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing in preparing for job search.
3. Meet with your advisor to apply for the Cisco Networking Intern Skills Achievement Award.

​Total Hours: 8

SEMESTER 2

ITCC 2420 – CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation (Course also applies to NA)

CHOOSE ONE:

• ITSC 1416 – Linux Installation and Configuration (Course also applies to NA) OR
• ITSE 1402 – Computer Programming (Course also applies to NA)​

SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS

1. Meet with your advisor to apply for the Cisco Networking Assistant Skills Achievement Award and Networking Associate Certificate.

Total Hours: 8

PATHWAY TOTAL: 16 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS