Networking and Support Systems

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The Networking and Support Systems Department at Cincinnati State prepares students to successfully install, maintain, and support networking systems for industries, businesses, and other organizations. Numerous entities—from large corporations to individual households—rely on computer networks to enhance production and complete daily tasks. The associate’s degree programs in Networking and Support Systems provide areas of specialization for students interested in a computer networking career.

Business Network Administration (NETB) is a business degree program that prepares graduates for careers in the software, administration, and security areas of networking with a concentration on the business side of the networking industry. Students complete business courses in marketing, management, accounting, and law. Networking courses focus on design, administration, security, and network maintenance.
Computer Network Engineering Technology (NETC) prepares graduates to work in the hardware industry of the networking field. It is an engineering-based program, emphasizing installation, setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network hardware. Students complete courses in physics, engineering-based electronics, and networking hardware.
PC Support and Administration Technology (PCSA) has less emphasis on electronics. Students in this program should have an interest in the basics of electronics and desire extensive training in the installation and maintenance of personal computers. Graduates attain positions as PC technicians, help desk managers, and PC user trainers.

Business Network Administration (NETB)

Students in the Business Network Administration program learn to plan, implement, analyze, and administer local, campus-wide, metropolitan, and wide area networks. Students develop expertise in all facets of networking including network operating systems, security systems, network hardware, server administration, virtualization, and messaging tools. Graduates of the NETB program are proficient with server setup and configuration, server administration, network security measures, messaging, network wiring, and network help desk operations.

Career opportunities for program graduates vary due to the diverse occupations available in the business industry.

Job titles for NETB graduates may include: Network Administrator, Network Specialist, Network Technician, and Network Security Administrator.

Computer Network Engineering Technology (NETC)

The Computer Network Engineering Technology program emphasizes the design, installation, and support of an organization’s local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), network segment, internet, or intranet system. Graduates of the program provide day-to-day, on-site administrative support for a variety of work environments, including professional offices, small businesses, schools, government agencies, and large corporations.

The Computer Network Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, phone: (410) 347-7700

PC Support and Administration Technology (PCSA)

PC Support and Administration program graduates are troubleshooters responsible for interpreting problems and providing technical support assistance, support, and advice to customers and users. Students learn to install, set up, and maintain hardware and software for microcomputers. Courses include computer operating systems, data communications, networking, and support center management.

Career opportunities for program graduates are diverse, for several reasons. The sheer number of computers and users in business and industry creates ever-changing work environments and challenges. Also, gaining assistance in using software effectively is generally a high priority for businesses and users. Finally, the graduate’s knowledge and skills are applicable to a class of computers, rather than to a particular company, so graduates have significant job mobility as well as opportunities for entrepreneurial work.

Job titles for PCSA graduates may include: senior PC support technician, PC system coordinator, or helpdesk manager.

Business Network Administration (NETB)

All degree-seeking students must complete a First Year Experience (FYE) course as part of the first 12 credit hours taken at Cincinnati State.


Semester 1		Credits
MGT 101	Principles of Management	3
ENG 101	English Composition	3
IT 105	Information Technology Concepts	3
IT 115	Operating Systems Administration	3
MAT 121	Technical Algebra and Geometry with Statistics	3
CIT 190	Career Preparation: Engineering and Information Technologies	1
Semester 2
ECO 105	Principles of Microeconomics	3
NETB 115	Networking Essentials	3
NETB 125	Open Source Operating Systems and Applications	3
NETB 155	Server Administration	4
ENG 1XX English Composition Elective		3
Semester 3
NETB 291	Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Business Network Administration	2
Semester 4
ACC 101	Financial Accounting	3
COMM 110	Public Speaking	3
NETB 135	IT Support Desk Concepts	4
NETB 215	Electronic Messaging Administration	4
NETB 225	Information Security	4
Semester 5
LAW 101	Business Law	3
MKT 101	Principles of Marketing	3
NETB 235	Desktop and Server Virtualization	3
NETB 290	Business Network Administration Capstone	4
XXX XXX Humanities/Social Sciences Elective		3
Semester 6
NETB 292	Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Business Network Administration	2
Total Credits:		70

Electives

English Composition Elective
ENG 102	Composition and Argument	3
ENG 103	Composition and Literature	3
ENG 104	Composition and Technical Communication	3
ENG 105	Composition and Business Communication	3
Humanities/Social Sciences Elective
Any CULT, ECO, FRN, GEO, HST, LBR, POL, LBR, PSY, SOC, SPN

Computer Network Engineering Technology (NETC)

All degree-seeking students must complete a First Year Experience (FYE) course as part of the first 12 credit hours taken at Cincinnati State.


Semester 1		Credits
ENG 101	English Composition	3
NETB 115	Networking Essentials	3
NETC 121	Network Communications 1	3
MAT 125	Algebra and Trigonometry	4
EET 131	Circuit Analysis 1	4
CIT 190	Career Preparation: Engineering and Information Technologies	1
Semester 2
COMM 110	Public Speaking	3
EET 121	Digital Systems 1	3
MAT 126	Functions and Calculus	4
EET 132	Circuit Analysis 2	4
NETB 155	Server Administration	4
Semester 3
NETC 291	Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Computer Network Engineering Technology	2
Semester 4
NETC 122	Network Communications 2	3
EET 122	Digital Systems 2	4
PHY 151	Physics 1: Algebra and Trigonometry-Based	4
NETC 230	Network Security Design	3
EET 251	Electronics 1	4
Semester 5
ENG 102	Composition and Argument	3
ECO 105	Principles of Microeconomics	3
PSY 110	Introduction to Psychology	3
NETC 240	Emerging Topics in Computer Network Engineering Technology	3
NETC 290	Computer Network Engineering Technology Capstone Project	3
Semester 6
NETC 292	Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Computer Network Engineering Technology	2
Total Credits:		73

PC Support and Administration Technology (PCSA)

All degree-seeking students must complete a First Year Experience (FYE) course as part of the first 12 credit hours taken at Cincinnati State.


Semester 1		Credits
ENG 101	English Composition	3
IT 105	Information Technology Concepts	3
IT 115	Operating Systems Administration	3
MAT 121	Technical Algebra and Geometry with Statistics	3
CIT 190	Career Preparation: Engineering and Information Technologies	1
Semester 2
EET 101	Electronic Fundamentals 1	4
ENG 10X English Composition Elective		3
PCSA 111	Computer Repair 1	3
NETC 121	Network Communications 1	3
NETB 125	Open Source Operating Systems and Applications	3
Semester 3
PCSA 291	Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: PC Support and Administration	2
Semester 4
EET 102	Electronic Fundamentals 2	4
COMM 110	Public Speaking	3
PCSA 112	Computer Repair 2	3
NETB 135	IT Support Desk Concepts	4
IT XXX Programming Elective		3
Semester 5
PSY 110	Introduction to Psychology	3
NETB 155	Server Administration	4
PCSA 213	Computer Repair 3	3
PCSA 290	PC Support and Administration Capstone	3
XXX XXX Humanities Elective		3
Semester 6
PCSA 292	Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: PC Support and Administration	2
Total Credits:		66

Electives

English Composition Elective
ENG 102	Composition and Argument	3
ENG 103	Composition and Literature	3
ENG 104	Composition and Technical Communication	3
ENG 105	Composition and Business Communication	3
Programming Elective
IT 101	.NET Programming 1	3
IT 110	HTML with CSS and JavaScript	4
IT 111	Database Design and SQL 1	4
Humanities Elective
COMM 130	Introduction to Film Studies	3
Any ART, CULT, FRN, LIT, MUS, PHI, REL, SPN, THE

NETB Courses

NETB 115 Networking Essentials
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on managing operating systems in a network environment. Topics include: topologies and technologies, protocols, network security, network administration, network problem solving, and network support.
Prerequisites: IT 105, IT 115

NETB 125 Open Source Operating Systems and Applications
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on the open source movement and the essential operating systems and applications. Topics include: history of open source, Linux operating system, file systems, and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites: IT 105, IT 115

NETB 135 IT Support Desk Concepts
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

An introduction to information technology support desk operations and procedures. Topics include: product evaluation, procedures, roles and responsibilities, support management, needs assessment, and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites: IT 105, IT 115

NETB 155 Server Administration
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on user administration for Microsoft Windows server technology. Topics include: adding and deleting users, user privileges, deploying and managing software, client software, and directory services.
Prerequisites: IT 105, IT 115

NETB 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Business Network Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: None

NETB 192 Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: Business Network Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: NETB 191

NETB 193 Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: Business Network Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: NETB 192

NETB 194 Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: Business Network Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fourth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: NETB 193

NETB 195 Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: Business Network Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fifth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: NETB 194

NETB 196 Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: Business Network Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their sixth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: NETB 195

NETB 198 First Year Special Topics in Business Network Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to Business Network Administration, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

NETB 199 First Year Independent Project in Business Network Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to Business Network Administration that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Business Network Administration faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

NETB 215 Electronic Messaging Administration
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on messaging using a networked system. Topics include: installation and setup of exchange server, managing recipients and addresses, backup and recovery, managing data storage, and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites: NETB 115, NETB 155

NETB 225 Information Security
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on information security and technology ethical issues. Topics include: security implementation, software protection, physical security, privacy, cryptography, policies, and ethics of IT organizations.
Prerequisites: NETB 115, NETB 155

NETB 235 Desktop and Server Virtualization
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on operating systems in a virtual environment. Topics include: current trends, how virtualization operates, advantages of using virtual software, and installing virtual systems.
Prerequisites: NETB 115, NETB 155

NETB 290 Business Network Administration Capstone
4 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 5 Lab Hours.

Students demonstrate knowledge and skills while completing a project related to the Business Network Administration program. Topics include: analyzing and designing proper network architecture, developing business network solutions, and installing and implementing networks.
Prerequisites: NETB 225, COMM 110

NETB 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Business Network Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: None

NETB 292 Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Business Network Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: NETB 291

NETB 293 Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: Business Network Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: NETB 292

NETB 294 Internship 1: Business Network Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CIT 190

NETB 295 Internship 2: Business Network Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: NETB 294

NETB 298 Second Year Special Topics in Business Network Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

NETB 299 Second Year Independent Project in Business Network Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

NETC Courses

NETC 121 Network Communications 1
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on computer networks and network operating systems. Topics include: network topology, local and wide area networks, connecting devices to networks, basic network software and file sharing, and problem solving. This course helps students prepare for the NET+ exam.
Prerequisites: AFM 090 and AFL 085, or appropriate placement test score

NETC 122 Network Communications 2
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A continuation of NETC 121. Topics include: routing protocols, spanning tree, VLANs and network security, and network address translation.
Prerequisites: NETC 121

NETC 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Computer Network Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

NETC 192 Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: Computer Network Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

NETC 193 Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: Computer Network Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

NETC 194 Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: Computer Network Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

NETC 195 Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: Computer Network Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

NETC 196 Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: Computer Network Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

NETC 198 First Year Special Topics in Computer Network Engineering Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to Computer Network Engineering Technology, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

NETC 199 First Year Independent Project in Computer Network Engineering Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to Computer Network Engineering Technology that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Computer Network Engineering Technology faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

NETC 230 Network Security Design
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

Topics include: design and testing of various layered network security software and hardware to protect business systems.
Prerequisites: NETC 121

NETC 240 Emerging Topics in Computer Network Engineering Technology
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on current industry needs related to Computer Network Engineering Technology. Topics include: voice over internet protocol (VoIP) and Linux.
Prerequisites: NETC 122, NETB 155

NETC 290 Computer Network Engineering Technology Capstone Project
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

Students work in teams to design and build network solutions while demonstrating knowledge and skills gained in the Computer Network Engineering Technology program.
Prerequisites: NETC 122, NETC 230, NETB 155, ENG 102

NETC 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Computer Network Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

NETC 292 Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Computer Network Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

NETC 293 Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: Computer Network Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

NETC 294 Internship 1: Computer Network Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

NETC 295 Internship 2: Computer Network Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

NETC 298 Second Year Special Topics in Computer Network Engineering Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

NETC 299 Second Year Independent Project in Computer Network Engineering Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

PCSA Courses

PCSA 111 Computer Repair 1
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on theory and operation of computer systems. Topics include: operating systems, interface of operating systems and hardware, CPU structures and evolution, bus structures, memory, data storage, input/output devices, motherboard structures, number systems, and USB/IEEE 1392 data transmission.
Prerequisites: AFL 085 and AFM 090, or appropriate placement test scores

PCSA 112 Computer Repair 2
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A continuation of PCSA 111. Topics include: demonstrations, lab exercises, diagnostic evaluations, and troubleshooting to the board/component level of personal computer systems while using diagnostic software and instrumentation to isolate failures and restore systems to normal operation.
Prerequisites: PCSA 111

PCSA 115 Operating Systems: Macintosh
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on applying Apple Macintosh operating systems commands. Topics include: system preferences, property modification, networkng options, device installation, and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites: IT 115

PCSA 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

PCSA 192 Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

PCSA 193 Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

PCSA 194 Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

PCSA 195 Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

PCSA 196 Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

PCSA 198 First Year Special Topics in PC Support and Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to PC Support and Administration, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

PCSA 199 First Year Independent Project in PC Support and Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to PC Support and Administration that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by PC Support and Administration faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

PCSA 213 Computer Repair 3
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A continuation of PCSA 112. Topics include: specialized hardware, peripheral devices, system optimization, driver installation, internet connectivity, and printer maintenance.
Prerequisites: PCSA 112

PCSA 290 PC Support and Administration Capstone
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

Students work in teams to complete a design project using analog and digital concepts, and prepare a presentation of results. Topics include: design theory, feasibility study, project economics, team building, and effective presentations.
Prerequisites: PCSA 112, NETC 121

PCSA 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: PC Support and Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

PCSA 292 Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: PC Support and Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

PCSA 293 Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: PC Support and Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

PCSA 294 Internship 1: PC Support and Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

PCSA 295 Internship 2: PC Support and Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

PCSA 298 Second Year Special Topics in PC Support and Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

PCSA 299 Second Year Independent Project in PC Support and Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

Faculty

Program Chair

Jeff Vetter
(Business Network Administration (NETB)), (PC Support and Administration Technology (PCSA))

Paul Weingartner
(Computer Network Engineering Technology (NETC))

Co-op Coordinator

Noelle Grome
(Business Network Administration (NETB)), (Computer Network Engineering Technology (NETC)), (PC Support and Administration Technology (PCSA))