Get the Skills to Become a Computer Networking Professional
21 to 23-Month* Computer Networking Specialist Certificate Program in White Plains, NY
Computer Networking Specialists diagnose and resolve computer network issues, and may also design communication networks. They play an important role in maintaining and securing an organization’s network through hardware configuration and user training.
The Computer Networking Specialist program can propel you forward in your career. This program will prepare you for opportunities in the computer networking field.
- Jan 15th, 2025Computer Networking Specialist: Day Classes The College of Westchester - White Plains, NY Campus 325 Central Avenue White Plains New York United States 10606 This program offers an intensive curriculum in Computer Network Administration. Ideal for those with prior computer knowledge, you will be prepared for opportunities in the computer networking field.https://www.cw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Computer-Networking-Specialist.jpgThe College of Westchester
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Becoming a Qualified Computer Networking Professional
The Computer Networking Specialist program provides a concentrated curriculum in Computer Network Administration. This program is suggested for students with previous computer knowledge. Students study administration, design, support and maintenance of local area and wide area networks through lecture and using Microsoft Windows operating systems and Cisco IOS.
You can choose to complete this program in as little as 21 months* with our day class option, or attend classes in the evenings and finish in 23 months*.
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Computer Networking Courses
| Course No. | Course Title | Semester Credits |
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| NET111 | PC Technology (A+) » | 3 |
| This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and troubleshooting skills needed to provide capable hardware support of personal computers. Students will identify proper procedures for installing and configuring system components and devices; diagnose and troubleshoot system problems; identify safety procedures; identify motherboards, types of memory, bus architectures and CMOS; define the print process and identify procedures for servicing printers; identify the components of portable systems; define networks. This course aligns to one of two CompTIA A+ exams.
Number: NET111 Credits: 3.00 Type: Network Administration |
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| NET117 | Operating System Technologies (A+) » | 3 |
| This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and troubleshooting skills needed to provide capable software support of personal computers. Students will learn the basic system administration knowledge of command line prompt and Windows operating systems for installing, configuring, upgrading, troubleshooting, and repairing desktop computer systems. This course aligns to one of two CompTIA A+ exams.
Prerequisites: NET111 or permission of Chair Number: NET117 Credits: 3.00 Type: Network Administration |
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| NET125 | Cisco Networking Basics » | 3 |
| This course provides students with a basic understanding of the way networks operate. Student will learn about network components and their functions, as well as how a network is structured, and the architectures used to create networks, including the internet. Student will be able to build local area networks (LANs), configure basic settings on routers and switches, and implement internet protocol (IP). This is the first course of a three course Cisco Academy program that aligns to the CCNA certification exam.
Prerequisites: NET111 or permission of Chair Number: NET125 Credits: 3.00 Type: Network Administration |
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| NET145 | Linux Administration » | 3 |
| This course presents an overview of various Linux operating systems used by information technology (IT) professionals. Students will install, configure, and troubleshoot the Linux operating system, both on-premises and cloud-based server environments. Security best practices, scripting, containerization, and automation will also be covered. This course aligns to the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam.
Prerequisites: NET125 or permission to waive Number: NET145 Credits: 3.00 Type: Network Administration |
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| NET151 | Windows Server Administration » | 3 |
| This course presents an overview of the Windows operating system used as a server in a client/server network. Students will install, configure, and troubleshoot a Windows server; examine the file systems; plan, implement and administer Active Directory Services; administer print services; examine network protocols and services; monitor and optimize system resources.
Prerequisites: NET117 or permission of Chair Number: NET151 Credits: 3.00 Type: Network Administration |
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| NET163 | Cisco Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials » | 3 |
| This course is a continuation of the Cisco Academy Program.
This course advances one’s knowledge of the operation of routers and switches in small-to-medium business networks and includes wireless local area networks (WLANs) and security concepts. Students learn key switching and routing concepts. They can perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN. This is the second of a three course Cisco Academy program that aligns to the CCNA certification exam.
Prerequisites: NET125 Number: NET163 Credits: 3.00 Type: Network Administration |
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| NET215 | Network Essentials (Network+) » | 3 |
| This course is designed to prepare students to become foundational-level IT network practitioners. Through scenario-based assignments, students will be presented with the opportunity to perform real world tasks in a simulated environment. Students will implement, configure, maintain, secure, and troubleshoot network architectures. This course is aligned to the TestOut Network Pro certification exam and the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.
Prerequisites: NET125 Number: NET215 Credits: 3.00 Type: Network Administration |
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| NET265 | Cisco Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation » | 3 |
| This course describes the architectures and considerations related to designing, securing, operating, and troubleshooting enterprise networks. This course covers wide area network (WAN) technologies and quality of service (QoS) mechanisms used for secure remote access. ENSA also introduces software-defined networking, virtualization, and automation concepts that support the digitalization of networks. Students gain skills to configure and troubleshoot enterprise networks and learn to identify and protect against cybersecurity threats. They are introduced to network management tools and learn key concepts of software-defined networking, including controller-based architectures and how application programming interfaces (APIs) enable network automation. This is the third course of a three-course Cisco Academy program that aligns to the CCNA certification exam.
Prerequisites: NET163 Number: NET265 Credits: 3.00 Type: Network Administration |
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| NET283 | Network Security » | 3 |
| This course is designed to help students gain the skills and knowledge in general security concepts, communication security, infrastructure security, basics of cryptography and operational/organizational security. This course is aligned to the CompTIA “Security+” certification exam.
Prerequisites: NET125 or permission of Chair Number: NET283 Credits: 3.00 Type: Network Administration |
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| GEN129 | Essentials of Public Speaking » | 3 |
| Communication skills require good speech habits. Therefore, this course covers organization of thoughts, voice control, diction and presentation of ideas to a variety of audiences. The art of listening is also studied. Emphasis will be placed on a series of oral presentations in order to acquire and reinforce these skills.
Number: GEN129 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN151 | College Algebra » | 3 |
| Topics include the fundamentals of algebra: the rules of numbers, equations, negative numbers and integers, fractions and rational numbers, exponents, inequalities, graphs, and linear equations. Emphasis will be placed on word problems and business applications.
Prerequisite: Proficiency exam and/or ACE106 or permission to waive Number: GEN151 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN157 | Statistics » | 3 |
| This course offers an introduction to basic statistical theory and application. Topics to be discussed in detail include: sampling procedures; finding mean, median and mode; finding the variance and standard deviation; graphing histograms and bell curves. This course also illustrates how statistics are used in the business world as well as in the media and the benefits and drawbacks of statistical information.
Prerequisite: Proficiency exam and/or ACE106 or permission to waive. Number: GEN157 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| GEN250 | Ethics and Professionalism » | 3 |
| This course will introduce the student to the moral principles and standards that guide behavior in today’s complex society and business. The definition and application of moral philosophies are used to explore ethical decision-making using a case study approach. Economic, legal, and social dimensions are explored along with interpersonal relationships and the development of morality within individual thinking.
Number: GEN250 Credits: 3.00 Type: General Education |
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| Electives | ||
| Open Electives (3)* | 9 | |
| Total Elective Credits | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 48 | |
| *Students who have not previously passed 6 college credits of English Composition or passed the English Proficiency Tests are required to take English Composition I (GEN125) and English Composition II (GEN127) as electives. | ||
48 CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
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*Program length when completed in normal time.