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Kickstart or progress your network engineering journey with this specialized technology certificate. The program focuses on designing, configuring, and maintaining both wired and wireless networks using cutting-edge hardware and software. This credential can be applied toward associate and bachelor of applied science degrees in fields like cybersecurity. The curriculum aligns with CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+, and Cisco CCNA certification requirements. The Network Support Specialist Certificate is a 46-credit, one-year program that teaches network and internetwork design, configuration, and maintenance using current Cisco equipment.
Learning Outcomes
Configure basic hardware and software settings for switches and routers
Understand VLAN concepts and implement VLAN configurations on switches
Develop network diagrams showing both physical layouts and logical structures
Utilize expertise in wired/wireless networks, security protocols, automation, and network programming
Outline WAN design principles and create Wide Area Network architectures