Academics
Networking
The mission of the Networking Certificate is to offer students a working knowledge of the principles, techniques, and skills required to set up and maintain a networking environment, so that individuals following this sequence of courses are prepared for employment or enhancement of their skills as a network technician or network administrator.
Admission to the Program
Students are expected to be proficient in the use of the Windows operating system. Proficiency may be developed by completing CMGEN 110 with a grade of “C” or better.
Degree
Certificate (Certificate Program)
Total Credit Hours: 28
Program Requirements
Select a course number below to see a course description.
Required Program Courses
Course | Name | Credit Hours |
CMCIS 151 | NETWORK FUNDAMENTALS  | 4 |
CMNET 140 | WINDOWS ADMINISTRATION  | 3 |
CMNET 150 | COMPUTER HARDWARE INFRASTRUCTURE  | 3 |
CMNET 151 | OPERATING SYSTEMS - A+  | 3 |
CMNET 210 | WINDOWS SERVER ADMINISTRATION  | 3 |
CMNET 220 | NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE ADMINISTRATION  | 3 |
CMNET 230 | DIRECTORY SERVICE ADMINISTRATION  | 3 |
CMNET 250 | ADVANCED SECURITY TOPICS  | 3 to 4 |
CMNET 270 | MESSAGING INFRASTRUCTURE ADMINISTRATION  | 3 |
Students enrolled in this program must meet with their assigned academic advisor to plan a specific course schedule meeting Illinois Central College and personal requirements.
Recommended Course Sequence
Semester | Courses |
Fall Semester 1 | CMNET 140; CMNET 150; CMNET 151; CMNET 210 |
Spring Semester 1 | CMNET 220; CMNET 230; CMCIS 151 |
Fall Semester 2 | CMNET 250; CMNET 270 |
Program Contact Information
Business, Legal, and Information Systems Department
Technology Center
Room TC 205
(309) 694-5558
Illinois Career Cluster
Information Technology
Career Pathway:
Network Systems
Career Pathway
Pathway programs at ICC have a map that shows the courses/degree requirements that will lead students to their desired education and employment goals.
Career Cluster:
Information Technology If you are a high school junior or senior, you can get a head start on your future by taking college-level courses now! Visit our Dual Credit webpage for a listing of area high schools with courses available Communication | Computer Hardware Infrastructure (CMNET 150) | English | Humanities | Lab Science/Mathematics | Network Fundamentals (CMCIS 151) | Operating System Environments (CMNET 151) | Routing & Switching Essentials (CMCIS 152) | Scaling Networks (CMCIS 153) | Social Science | WAN Communications (CMCIS 154) High School Diploma or GED Getting Started: Apply to ICC | Paying for College | Career Information:
Network Architect
| Student Information Networking
(28 credit hours) A+ Certified IT Professional, CCNA, CCNP, CCNA Wireless, CCNA Collaboration, CCNA Security, BICSI Level I Installer Computer Network Architects, Computer Network Support Specialists
$14-29/hr
Network Administrator
(65 credit hours) A+ Certified IT Professional, CCNA, CCNP, CCNA Wireless, CCNA Collaboration, CCNA Security, BICSI Level I Installer Computer Network Architects, Computer Network Support Specialists$14-29/hr There are no current articulation agreements to Bachelor degree programs. Program transfer guides layout course work to be taken at ICC and the transfer institution to complete specific programs of study or majors. Students have successfully transferred to ISU, SIUE, UIS, EIU, and WIU. Transfer agreements formalize the transfer process from ICC to other colleges and universities. For additional transfer information, including information on transfer partnerships and transfer guides:
Pathway:
Network Systems
ICC Pathway: Networking
Early College
Point of Entry
Certificate of Completion
Industry Credentials
Employment Information
Associate of Applied Science Degree
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