Computer and Information Sciences: Network/Systems Administration (CERT)
Department website: https://www.cerritos.edu/cis/
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
The network/systems administration program at Cerritos College is designed to prepare students for a career in the information industry by offering training on the cutting-edge skills and knowledge sought by the industry, aiming to provide students with opportunities for career change or advancement. Graduates of the program will have a comprehensive understanding of the current communication technologies and commonly used operating systems, will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to design and implement a network infrastructure, and will be able to deploy and administer multiple systems in an organization. The graduates of the program have possible career opportunities including the following occupations: entry-level technical support technician, system administrator, network technician, network administrator, and network engineer.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Students configure and utilize servers based on Windows and Unix operating systems.
- Students differentiate between wide, metropolitan, and local area networks.
- Students identify the essential requirement for supporting an Apple Macintosh.
- Students recognize the use of TCP/IP in internet communications.
- Students set up and configure routers.
Program Requirements
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| CIS 170A | Networking Fundamentals | 3.5 |
| CIS 170E | Router Configurations and Protocol | 3.5 |
| CIS 200A | Apple Mac OS Support Essentials | 3.5 |
| CIS 213F | Microsoft Windows Server Administration | 3.5 |
| CIS 214 | Unix and Linux Operating Systems | 3.5 |
| Total Units | 17.5 | |