(Please see the Undergraduate Program Offerings by Campus  chart in the catalog or on the Herzing Website at www.herzing.edu/career-programs/downloads for a list of Herzing campuses offering this program.) 

Program Description

This program provides the student with a comprehensive overview of using routers and switches effectively in a Cisco-based computer network environment. The program also prepares the student to take the examinations necessary to achieve the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student should be able to:

1. Use industry standard switches and routers in multi-protocol internetworks.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of router and switching components, configuration, and operation.
3. Operate a Cisco-based computer network in compliance with industry standards.
4. Pass the examinations leading to the Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.

Special Admission Requirements

Applicants must pass a computer skills test administered by the campus Admissions Department before enrolling in this certificate program.

Potential Occupational Titles

Potential occupational titles for this program include, but are not limited to, computer network support specialist.

Program Content

A minimum of 16.00 semester credit hours is required for graduation.