May 02, 2024  
Dallas College Catalog 2024-2025 
  
Dallas College Catalog 2024-2025

Networking Associate Certificate

Location(s): Brookhaven, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake, Richland


(Level I Certificate)

Brookhaven, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake, and Richland campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI)  standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.NWK.ASSOC.16

This certificate option will provide education and training for individuals interested in developing their knowledge and skills as networking professionals with an emphasis on preparation for those wishing to take the CCNA certification examination.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405 , or COSC 1301  or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Semester Total: 9 Credit Hours


Semester Total: 9 Credit Hours


Minimum Hours Required: 18 Credit Hours


Note(s)


Upon completion of ITCC 2320 CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation , the student is eligible to take the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification exam, CompTIA Linux+, PCEP Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer.

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.