Computer Networking, BS
Program Description
This degree gives students the knowledge and tools necessary to be successful in the field of computer networking. Courses cover a range of networking topics, including network operating systems, hardware, web page design, and system administration.
Students will have hands-on experience with Linux, Novell and Windows platforms, as well as networking hardware and operating system installation.
Some of the highlights of the program are:
- Students get hands-on training in networking hardware and software, and receive the necessary concepts of hardware, software and network operating systems.
- Students are prepared to take industry-standard examinations, such as those established by Cisco, Novell and Microsoft.
- Students can choose software design, research, or co-operative education as their senior capstone experience.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Analyze the needs of a user, design a computer network to satisfy those needs, and install, modify and maintain the network environment relative to both hardware and software. (Analyze Needs)
- Design, install, and implement appropriate security, intrusion detection, and troubleshooting techniques and methodologies in a communication network. (Design)
- Evaluate changes in technology, security, and user needs based on accepted and updated best practices in the field. (Security and Best Practices)
- Communicate technical information relative to problems and solutions to both other professionals in the field as well as involved non-technical persons. (Communications)
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Departmental Requirements | ||
| Departmental GPA must be 2.50 or higher | ||
| CSCI 103 | Survey of Computer Science | 3 |
| CSCI 105 | Intro to Computer Programming | 3 |
| CSCI 106 | Web Page Design & Development | 3 |
| CSCI 121 | Principles of Programming | 4 |
| CSCI 163 | Troubleshooting/Repair of PC's | 3 |
| CSCI 211 | Database Applications | 4 |
| CSCI 221 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CSCI 248 | Network Operating Systems I | 3 |
| CSCI 263 | Managing Computer Security | 3 |
| CSCI 281 | Intro to UNIX and Networking | 3 |
| CSCI 292 | Computer Networking Project | 4 |
| CSCI 323 | Routers and Switches | 3 |
| CSCI 327 | Web App Design & Development | 3 |
| CSCI 348 | Network Operating Systems II | 3 |
| CSCI 351 | App Interface Development | 3 |
| or CSCI 371 | Multi-Platform App Development | |
| CSCI 412 | Unix Network Administration | 3 |
| CSCI 418 | Senior Project I | 3 |
| CSCI 419 | Senior Project II | 3 |
| CSCI 422 | Network and Computer Security | 3 |
| Support Courses | ||
| BUSN 121 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUSN 231 | Business Communications | 3 |
| ENGL 306 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| MATH 111 | College Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 207 | Prin of Statistical Methods | 3 |
| Free Electives | 17-20 | |
| Total Hours | 92-95 | |
General Education: All LSSU bachelor’s degree candidates must complete the LSSU General Education Requirements.
A minimum of 124 credits (at the 100 level or higher) must be earned for graduation with a cumulative gpa of 2.00 or higher. A gpa of 2.50 or higher is required in your Major, and a gpa of 2.00 or higher is required in your General Education Requirements.