Network Technology Degree (General Networking Concentration)

Location(s): Catonsville, Dundalk, Essex, Online

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Important Information

Short Description

In this program, students gain hands-on experience in cloud computing, network infrastructure, and modern data center technologies. The curriculum covers fundamentals of cloud architectures, virtualized networks, and hybrid cloud environments, preparing students for roles in cloud operations, infrastructure management, and system engineering. Through real-world scenarios and industry tools, students learn to deploy, secure, and optimize cloud-based networks for both private and public environments. This program includes coursework designed to prepare students for CompTIA entry-level certification exams, such as A+ and Network+, Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Practitioner exam, CompTIA Cloud+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and VMware Certified Professional Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV) certifications.

Type of Credential

Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)

Degree Code

Network Technology - 420

Program Code

A 572

Contacts and Additional Information

Department Chair:

CCBC Essex
Noell Damron
443-840-2811 or cdamron@ccbcmd.edu

Program Coordinator:

CCBC Catonsville/Essex/Owings Mills
Vini Nithianandam
443-840-3391 or vnithiana@ccbcmd.edu

Additional Information:

The following Network Technology A.A.S. degree concentrations are offered both face to face and fully (100%) online: Cisco, General Networking, Information Technology (IT) Support, Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP), and Red Hat Linux.
Opportunities to earn Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) - For Network Technology, see Portfolio, Departmental Exam, and Articulated Credit by Industry/Apprenticeship. Several General Education classes also have CPL opportunities.
Articulation and Transfer Agreements

Pathway & Track

Technology and Engineering Pathway: Computers and Networks Track

Disclosures

CCBC cannot confirm whether the course or program meets requirements for professional licensure in states other than Maryland. If you plan to apply for licensure in a state other than Maryland, contact that state’s licensing board to determine whether the CCBC course or program meets requirements for licensure in that state. If you need assistance finding contact information for your state, click here .

Curriculum Maps

Curriculum Maps are a tool to provide students with a clear understanding of which courses to take and the order in which to complete them. Curriculum Maps help define a student’s individual path towards graduation, ensuring their time and efforts are not spent on credits that fall outside their program of study.

Each map identifies critical courses that must be completed in order to progress through the program and graduate. Curriculum Maps come complete with helpful hints for students - like recommended course electives and a reminder to apply to graduate.

Select the link(s) below to view the Curriculum Map(s) for this program:

General Networking Concentration Curriculum Map

Courses Needed for This Program*

General Education Requirements and Electives - 18-20 Credits

General Education Requirements:

ENGL 101 - College Composition I 3 Credit(s).

General Education Electives:

Choose courses in each category from the list of approved General Education Courses . One course must be a Diversity course.

Arts and Humanities (CMNS 101 recommended) 3 Credit(s).
Biological and Physical Sciences (BIOL 108 recommended) 3-4 Credit(s).
Information Technology (CSIT 111 recommended) 3 Credit(s).
Mathematics (MATH 125 recommended) 3-4 Credit(s).
Social and Behavioral Sciences (CRJU 101 , PSYC 105 or SOCL 141 recommended to fulfill Diversity) 3 Credit(s).

Concentration Requirements - 42 Credits

Concentration Requirements:

DCOM 101 - Introduction to Data Communications 3 Credit(s).
DCOM 130 - AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner 3 Credit(s).
DCOM 142 - Introduction to Linux/UNIX 3 Credit(s).
DCOM 162 - Foundations of Cloud Technology 3 Credit(s).
DCOM 163 - Computer Systems Management and Troubleshooting 4 Credit(s).
DCOM 202 - Windows Server 4 Credit(s).
DCOM 217 - CCNA I: Introduction to Networks 4 Credit(s).
DCOM 218 - CCNA II: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 4 Credit(s).
DCOM 219 - CCNA III: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation 4 Credit(s).
DCOM 236 - DevOps Foundation and Implementation 3 Credit(s).
DCOM 251 - Local Area Networks 4 Credit(s).
DCOM 263 - Virtualization and Cloud Computing Using VMWare 3 Credit(s).

Total Number of Credits Required for Degree: 60-62*

Note

*Credit students who are new to college (no successfully completed transferable college credits from other institutions) are required to take ACDV 101 - Academic Development 101 . This 1-credit course is designed to be taken in the first semester at CCBC. Students must provide an official transcript(s) from an accredited institution to document successful completion of college coursework for the ACDV 101 requirement to be waived.

Program Description

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this degree, students will be able to:

describe the basic concepts of networking, including OSI and TCP/IP models;
configure and manage network devices and their functions such as routers and switches;
install, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux operating systems;
diagnose and resolve common network and system problems;
understand the principles of virtualization and Cloud and their benefits;
deploy and manage virtual machines using platforms such as VMware and Hyper-V;
describe the architecture and components of cloud computing models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS);
configure and manage cloud services using platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud;
implement configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet or Chef to deploy DevOps systems;
discuss backup and disaster recovery procedure in the event of a failure; and
evaluate the latest developments in cloud computing and network administration.