IP Communications (CCC)

This certificate is part of the A.S. Cybersecurity and Network Systems degree. 

The program is designed to prepare students for entry-level IP Communication positions to include IP based voice, video, and security configurations. The core courses provide introduction to IP Communication design and operations, network infrastructure configuration and data protection, and understanding the essential elements of IP Communications.

The techniques and skills are introduced in a progressive delivery starting with computer networking, client and server operating systems, security protection and testing methods, routing and switching, and elements of IP communication analysis.

Students currently employed in the Networking field can supplement and upgrade their skills through a variety of offerings in IP Communication systems administration, network design, protection and security methods and techniques. Credits earned in this certificate apply to the Associate in Science (A.S.) degree in Cybersecurity and Network Systems. 

Refer to the College Credit Certificate overview page to find information about admission, graduation, general education and other requirements. 

Visit the program page for more information.

Program of Study

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Major Courses
CET 1176	Computer Maintenance and Repair 1	3
CGS 2941	Internship	2
COP 1000	Principles of Programming	3
COP 2700	Database Techniques 2	3
CTS 1142	Information Technology Project Management 2	3
CTS 1329	Microsoft Client O/S	3
CTS 1383	Microsoft Server O/S - Installation and Configuration	3
CTSC 1134	Network+	3
CTSC 1651	Cisco Router Technology	3
CTSC 2120	Network Security Fundamentals	3
CTSC 2652	Cisco Advanced Router Technology	3
Total Credit Hours		32

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This course has the following prerequisite CGS 1000 Exploring Digital Technology.

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This course  has the following prerequisiteCGS 2100 Microcomputer Applications .

Course Sequence

Below is the recommended sequence for taking courses in this degree.  Using this guide and meeting with your assigned advisor each term is the key to successful program completion.

Please note that course prerequisites, including required developmental math, reading, or writing, need to be completed to continue on to the more advanced course. Courses followed by “&” have prerequisites that are not part of this program. Click on the course number to see the requirements.

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
CET 1176	Computer Maintenance and Repair &	3
COP 1000	Principles of Programming	3
COP 2700	Database Techniques &, Fa, Sp	3
CTS 1142	Information Technology Project Management
CTSC 1134	Network+ Fa, Sp	3
CTS 1329	Microsoft Client O/S	3
CTS 1383	Microsoft Server O/S - Installation and Configuration Fa, Sp	3
CTSC 2120	Network Security Fundamentals Fa, Sp	3
CTSC 1651	Cisco Router Technology Fa, Sp	3
CTSC 2652	Cisco Advanced Router Technology Sp	3
CGS 2941	Internship Fa, Sp	2
Total Credit Hours		29

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If no term specified, course is offered every term

Fa

Coursed offered in fall term

Sp

Course offered in spring term

Learning Outcomes

1. Apply subnetting to IP Networks
   • Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
2. Analyze asymmetric encryption methods for secure authentication and data exchange.
   • Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
3. Design a group policy strategy
   • Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
4. Install a domain controller
   • Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
5. Create a small workgroup environment
   • Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
6. Contrast NTFS and share level file and folder permissions
   • Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
7. Analyze the primary functions and features of a router
   • Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
8. Design a hierarchical addressing scheme
   • Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems