Computer Network Engineer Certificate

The Computer Network Engineer Certificate is an industry-linked program which prepares students for
careers as computer network engineers in the computer science industry. Students gain knowledge,
professional skills, and specialized training, including internships which position them for entry into the
workforce. Students choosing computer network engineering as an area of interest may pursue jobs in
network security and support.
To receive this certificate, the student must:
Have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better in all credit hours that are to be used towards the
degree.
Earn a C or better in major courses, ENGL 101, CSCI 192, MATH 101/110, approved electives,
and courses that are prerequisites for other courses.
Complete the coursework listed below.

PROGRAM OF STUDY
First Semester
ENGL 101
MATH 101/110
CSCI 192
CNET 173
CNET 210

Credit Hours
English Composition I
3
College Algebra
3
Intro to Computers: Program Logic and Design 3
Introduction to PC Operating Systems
3
Introduction to Computer Networking
3
15

Second Semester
Credit Hours
CNET 240
Desktop/Server and Networking Support
3
CNET 250
PC and Network Security
3
Certificate Elective (see below)
3
Certificate Elective (see below)
3
Certificate Elective (see below)
3
15
Total Certificate Hours

30

Certificate Electives
Choose from the following:
CIST 270
Multimedia and Web Design
CNET 260
Wireless Communications
CSCI 190
Microcomputer Applications in Business
CSCI 193
Software Design and Programming I
CSCI 194
Software Design and Programming II
CSCI 200
Discrete Structures
CSCI 210
Intro to Data Structures and Algorithms
CSCI 290
Object-Oriented Programming (JAVA)
106

For more information, contact the Division of Technical Education at (225) 216-8289.

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