Computer Networking Certificate

Program: Certificate
School of Polytechnic
College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science

Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science Building 205 ~ 260-481-6338

The student learning outcomes for the certificate are as follows:

Students earning the certificate will have

The fundamental knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to understand and relate scientific principles to applications using current computer networking software and equipment.
The knowledge and ability to continue learning the principles and applications of future network operating systems and devices.

This Computer Networking Certificate provides both theoretical and hands-on knowledge in core information technology and networking concepts. Students develop foundational skills in information technology, network design and configuration, and information assurance, along with practical experience in managing modern networked systems. Coursework emphasizes network infrastructure, security practices, and system administration, with elective options that allow students to explore wireless networking, server administration, or cloud computing technologies.

The School of Polytechnic also offers a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Technology (CPET), a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, and an Associate of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology.

To earn the certificate in computer networking, you must complete the following courses with a grade of C- or better, and a minimum GPA of 2.0 is required for graduation.

This certificate is not available to Information Technology majors and is limited to students in other majors who have not applied at least 6 certificate credits toward their degree requirements.

College Scorecard

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Fundamentals: Credits 9

Complete all of the following:

ITC 11000 - Information Technology Fundamentals Cr. 3.
ITC 33100 - Networks I Cr. 3.
ITC 41400 - Information Assurance Cr. 3.

Electives: Credits 3

Choose one of the following:

ITC 33600 - Wireless Networking Cr. 3.
ITC 34000 - Server Administration Cr. 3.
ITC 44000 - Foundations Of Cloud Computing Cr. 3.
ITC 45000 - Network Design Cr. 3.
- Wireless Networking:
  - CPET 49300 - Wireless Networking Cr. 3 or
  - ITC 33600 - Wireless Networking Cr. 3
- Data Communication:
  - CPET 35500 - Data Communications and Networking Cr.4 or
  - CS 27400 - Data Communications Cr. 4. or
  - ECET 35500 - Data Communications and Networking Cr. 3

Total Credits: 12

Student Responsibility

You are responsible for ensuring that you satisfy all graduation requirements specified for each selected program. Thus, it is essential that you develop a thorough understanding of the required courses, academic policies, and procedures governing your academic career. If you cannot complete all program requirements by your stated graduation date but fail to remove those from your plan of study, the Registrar’s Office in consultation with your academic advisor will remove unmet pursuits from your plan of study. Changing curricular records during the graduation term of application may affect state or federal financial aid awards. All requests for exceptions to specific requirements must be made in writing and may be granted only by written approval from the appropriate chair or dean.