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Computer Support & Networking – AAS Degree

Programs

Computer Support & Networking

Associate in Applied Science

This program offers students an opportunity to pursue a career in a wide range of information technology (IT) fields including computer systems and networking. This program is also closely aligned with leading technical industry certifications and allows students to earn a technical degree while also preparing for relevant and stackable credntial opportunities.

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What You Can Do

The degree is designed to provide broad exposure to computers, operating systems, networking, forensics, and cybersecurity. Computer support, network design, network security, voice, and wireless deployment are emphasized, along with maintenance and troubleshooting.

Jobs

  • Entry-level IT Technician
  • Entry-level IT Security
  • PC Repair Person
  • Wireless Network Administrator
  • Entry-Level Wireless Network
  • Security Administrator
  • Entry-level Server Administrative Network Technician

Earning Potential

Example: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook at Computer Support Specialists : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)

Modes of Instruction
Learn more about the modes of instruction offered at John A. Logan College.

Program Details

00ELT 3015

FIRST YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

ORI 100College 1011
CIS 200Network Essentials3
CIS 206Managing Network Environments I1 3
ELT 102Basic Electricity and Wiring4
ELT 111Digital Electronics I3
MAT 113Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics OR MAT 1123
17

FIRST YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

CIS 208Security Awareness3
ELT 180Ethics in Technology 3
ELT 150Applied Solid State Electronics23
ELT 112Digital Electronics II 3
PHY 121Technical Physics3
15

SECOND YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

ELT 222Applications of Artificial Intelligence3
ELT 200Introduction to Microprocessors 3
ELT 214Fundamentals of Computing Hardware3
ENG 101English Composition I3 OR ENG 113 Professional
Technical Writing		3
COM 115Speech OR COM 116 Interpersonal Communication3
15

SECOND YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

CIS 213Penetration Testing33
ELT 210Supporting Computer Operating Systems 3
ELT 215IOT and Embedded Systens33
ELT 218Introduction to Network Technologies3
ELECTIVEIAI Social and Behavioral Science Elective3
15

Optional

INT 101Internship41-4
1-4
Total Hours for Degree62

Notes and Information

  1. These courses have a prerequisite. ↩︎
  2. MFT 103 (Fall) may be taken as a substitute for ELT 150 (Spring) ↩︎
  3. Requires a grade of “C” or higher. ↩︎
  4. Although this class is recommended, it is not required for graduation from this program and therefore is ineligible for Title IV financial aid funding. ↩︎
Fall Only CoursesSpring Only Courses
ELT 111CIS 213
ELT 200ELT 112
ELT 214ELT 150
ELT 222ELT 180
ELT 210
ELT 215
ELT 218

The Computer Support & Networking Program is a minimum of 62 credit hours. Please use our Tuition and Fees page to calculate your approximate cost.

*Students will be responsible for additional classroom materials and tools.

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John A Logan offers a seamless transfer to the next step in your educational journey for many of our programs. Our academic programs prepare you for what you will need to transfer to a four-year college or university. When you have selected the college where you would like to transfer, it is important to review their specific admission and course requirements. John A Logan College has many articulation agreements with various colleges.

Transfer Planning – John A. Logan College (jalc.edu)

Coming fall 2024 semester.

Computer Support & Networking Faculty Contact

Roger Jeter

Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems

Email: roger.jeter@jalc.edu
Phone: (618) 985-2828 Ext. 8179
Office: B75 A