Important Dates
Registration for Returning Students begins on November 16.
Registration for New Students begins on November 23.
The official last day to register will be January 8, 2010.
If you are graduating you need to see Karen Stevens for advising.
Are you thinking of attending our program?
Ready to become a networker and take advantage of our industry contacts to get a great job after graduating? If so, we'd like to send you more information about our department. Please email dbrown@cns.tstc.edu to request more information, or call 1-800-792-8784 and ask for extension 4831. We are looking forward to you joining us in the exciting Information Technology Industry!
Computer Networking and Systems Administration
We provide you the hands-on learning that in a short period of time will help you prepare for an exciting career in the fast paced IT field. You will learn how to set up and manage computer networks and systems to get a good paying job after graduation.
|
CNS has received powerful donations lately; these students are eager to work in the CISCO lab on these four switches.
The SUN administration lab is being outfitted with additional Java workstations, routing equipment, and three Fire 280 servers. Donations from industry enable us to provide a true "hands-on" learning environment for our students. |
|
The CNS department offers two A.A.S. degrees along with two Certificate of Completion programs:
CNS A.A.S.
A generalized degree program, the CNS degree plan offers students coursework in all of the major network operating systems. We are a regional Cisco Networking Academy offering CCNA and other coursework. The students learn every aspect of computer networking from the ground up. They learn everything from how to build the cables that transmit data accross the network along with how the data travels accross the network. The students also learn how to set up and maintain computer networks which includes installing the operating systems, creating user accounts, and keeping the network running smoothly on a day-to-day-basis.
CNS "Fast Track" Certificate
The "Fast Track" certificate is designed for those that want to learn the basic networking skills in the shortest period of time. This program can be completed in as little as three semesters.
Microsoft A.A.S.
The Microsoft Specialization A.A.S. degree plan includes less coursework on other operating systems, and emphasis is placed on advanced topics related to Microsoft's operating systems. We are a Microsoft Certified Partner, and are a part of the Microsoft Software Development Network Academic Alliance (MSDNAA). Our membership allows students to take Microsoft certification examinations at a largely discounted rate. Additionally, enrolled students gain access to no cost software for educational purposes. (Free access to Microsoft software does not apply to the Microsoft Office software suite.)
Microsoft Certificate
We offer an advanced Microsoft certificate which focuses on the same major advanced Microsoft topics as the Microsoft A.A.S. degree. This program is designed for those that already have a degree in the Information Technology field or have several years experience.
All associate degrees include four courses in Cisco Systems Networking with emphasis on router and switch configuration. These courses cover all of the material needed for the student to achieve the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.