Associate in Applied Science
In this associate degree program, students will learn about the latest desktop, server and networking technologies. This program has a core of hardware, operating system, networking, and scripting courses that all students must complete. In addition to these common core subjects, students will select a specialized track in one of the following areas, each of which has its own Associated Certificate Program
- Local and Wide Area Networking
- Microsoft Network Operating Systems (Server and Client)
- Linux Network Operating Systems
The program also prepares students
- who want the foundation skills necessary to obtain an entry level job in computer systems and/or networking fields
- who want to transfer to a bachelor of science degree program at Eastern Michigan or other four year universities.
Highlights
- Earn this Associate Degree in two years.
- Use the APCSN Associate Degree for a direct transfer to Eastern Michigan University’s Technology Management Program where they will further their skills in computer systems and networking.
- Use the APCSN Associate Degree for transfer to other four year institutions.
Requirements
- Completion of the Computer Systems Technology (CTCSTC) Certificate
- Completion of one the Certificates associated with the four areas listed above.
- Completion of the General Education requirements.
Admission Requirements for Eastern Michigan
Check with an advisor for information on transferring. For details, see EMU Technology Management BS.
This is a high demand, high skill and high wage program as defined by the Michigan Community College Network.
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2023-2024 Academic Requirements
In this associate degree program, students will learn about the latest desktop, server, and networking technologies. This program has a core of hardware, operating system, networking, and scripting courses that all students must complete. In addition to the common core subjects, students will select a specialized track in one of the following areas: Local and Wide Area Networking, Microsoft Network Operating Systems (Server and Client), and Linux Network Operating Systems.
This is a high demand, high skill and high wage program, as defined by the Michigan Community College Network.
Eastern Michigan University, several BS degrees
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: https://www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/articulation-agreements.php.
- Division
- Business/Computer Technologies
- Department
- Computer Instruction Dept
- Advisors
Concentrations
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
Fourth Semester
- Total Credits Required
- 62
First Semester
Second Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIS 120 | Linux/UNIX I: Fundamentals | 3 | |
| CNT 201 | Administering Microsoft Windows Client Operating Systems | 3 | |
| CNT 211 or | Installation, Storage, and Compute - Windows Server | ||
| CNT 223 or | Networking with Windows Server | ||
| CNT 224 | Identity with Windows Server | 4 | |
| Elective | Math Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Elective | Speech/Comp. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total | 16 | ||
Third Semester
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNT 226 | Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation (ENSA) | 4 | |
| CNT 290 or | Network Forensics | ||
| CSS 210 | Network Perimeter Protection - CCNA Security | 4 | |
| Elective | Writing Elective(s)* | 3 | |
| Elective | Arts/Human. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total | 14 | ||
- Total Credits Required
- 62
Footnotes
*Students transferring to a 4-year college should consider taking ENG 111 and completing MTA.