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Cisco – AS Degree
Cisco - Certificate of Achievement
Cisco Certified Networking Administrator (CCNA)– Cert. of Accomplishment
Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) – Cert. of Specialization
CompTIA – Cert. of Accomplishment
Cybersecurity – AS Degree
Cybersecurity - Cert. of Achievement
Cybersecurity - Cert. of Accomplishment
MCSA: Windows 8 – Cert. of Specialization
MCSA: Windows Server 2012 – Cert. of Specialization
Microsoft – AS Degree
Microsoft - Cert. of Achievement
Windows Server 2008 – Cert. of Accomplishment

Why Computer Networking with Coastline?

Coastline College offers a variety of courses and state-of-the-art computer labs at an affordable tuition. The Garden Grove campus now hosts a Testing Center in the computer lab where you can take certification exams such as CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, and Linux. Students taking networking courses at Coastline can receive a discounted voucher for select CompTIA exams.

With a certificate in the computer networking field, you can find employment as a Network Technician, Technical Support Specialist, Test Engineer, Network Administrator, Systems Analyst, Information Systems Architect, or Systems Integrator.

Cisco

Certificate of Achievement
3_AS_CISC

The Computer Networking: Cisco program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Networking. The focus on Cisco courses helps prepare students for the CCNA Certification Exam and for entry-level Networking positions. Courses are hands-on intensive and cover OSI and TCP/IP models, IPv4 and IPv6, cabling, router, and switch configurations, routing protocols, LAN switching, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, Frame Relay, variable length subnet masking, NAT, DHCP, and WAN design.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C116	A + Essentials Hardware	3.0
  CST C128	Network+	3.0
  CST C177	Configuring Microsoft Windows 8	3.0
  CST C191	CompTIA Linux+	3.0
  CST C201C	CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks	3.0
  CST C202C	CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials	3.0
  CST C203C	CCNA 3: Scaling Networks	3.0
  CST C204C	CCNA 4: Connecting Networks	3.0
  CST C230	Introduction to Security	3.0
  Total for Certificate		27.0
  Total for Degree		60.0

Cisco

Associate of Science Degree
3_CL_CISC

The Computer Networking: Cisco program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Networking. The focus on Cisco courses helps prepare students for the CCNA Certification Exam and for entry-level Networking positions. Courses are hands-on intensive and cover OSI and TCP/IP models, IPv4 and IPv6, cabling, router, and switch configurations, routing protocols, LAN switching, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, Frame Relay, variable length subnet masking, NAT, DHCP, and WAN design.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C116	A + Essentials Hardware	3.0
  CST C128	Network+	3.0
  CST C177	Configuring Microsoft Windows 8	3.0
  CST C191	CompTIA Linux+	3.0
  CST C201C	CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks	3.0
  CST C202C	CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials	3.0
  CST C203C	CCNA 3: Scaling Networks	3.0
  CST C204C	CCNA 4: Connecting Networks	3.0
  CST C230	Introduction to Security	3.0
  Total for Certificate		27.0
  Total for Degree		60.0

Cisco Certified Networking Administrator (CCNA) 

Certificate of Accomplishment
3_CE_CCNA

This four-course certificate helps prepare students for the CCNA Certification Exam and for entry-level Networking positions. Courses are hands-on intensive and cover OSI and TCP/IP models, IPv4 and IPv6, cabling, router, and switch configurations, routing protocols, LAN switching, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, Frame Relay, variable length subnet masking, NAT, DHCP, and WAN design.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  Required Courses		Units
  CST C201C	CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks	3.0
  CST C202C	CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials	3.0
  CST C203C	CCNA 3: Scaling Networks	3.0
  CST C204C	CCNA 4: Connecting Networks	3.0
  Total for Certificate		12.0

Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP)

Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_CCNP

CST C205, C207, and C208 build on the foundational Cisco CCNA courses. This certificate provides for a three-semester sequence of courses that leads to an advanced Cisco certification (CCNP) that is highly regarded in the computer industry. Courses are hands-on intensive and cover topics such as Advanced Router and Switch Configuration, IPv6, and Router and Switch Troubleshooting.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C205	CCNP: Implementing Cisco IP Routing	3.0
  CST C207	Building Multilayer Switched Networks/CCNP 3	3.0
  CST C208	CCNP: Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks	3.0
  Total for Certificate		9.0

CompTIA

Certificate of Accomplishment
3_CE_CTIA

The courses offered to obtain this certificate will give students the basic skills needed to provide entry-level computer support. Topics provide skills necessary to prepare for CompTIA certifications, including Network+, A+, Linux+, and Security+. Each course provides intensive hands-on training.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C116	A+ Essentials Hardware	3.0
  CST C117	A+ Essentials Software	3.0
  CST C128	Network+	3.0
  CST C191	CompTIA Linux+	3.0
  CST C230	Introduction to Security	3.0
  Total for Certificate		15.0

Cybersecurity

Associate of Science Degree
3_AS_CYBER

The Computer Networking: Cybersecurity program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Security. The focus on Cybersecurity will provide the student with some of the basic skills needed for an entry-level career in Cybersecurity. The courses provide an overview of the entire field. Topics covered will include Cisco Security, Windows Operating System security, Linux security, Firewalls, Intruder Detection systems, Security policies and procedures, e-mail & Web security, and design and designing and building a secure computer network.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Required

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C116	A + Essentials Hardware	3.0
  CST C128	Network+	3.0
  CST C177	Configuring MS Windows 8	3.0
  CST C191	CompTIA Linux+	3.0
  CST C201C	CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks	3.0
  CST C230	Introduction to Security	3.0
  Subtotal		18.0

  Program Electives

  Choose three of the following courses:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C231	CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner	3.0
  CST C232	Ethical Hacking	3.0
  CST C245	Exploring Computer Forensics	3.0
  CST C248	Wireless Networking	3.0
  CST C253	Cisco ASA, PIX, and Network Security	3.0
  CST C258	Linux Networking and Security	3.0
  CST C260	Certified Information Systems Security Professional	3.0
  Subtotal Electives		9.0
  Total for Certificate		27.0
  Total for Degree		60.0

Cybersecurity

Certificate of Achievement
3_CL_CYBER

The Computer Networking: Cybersecurity program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Security. The focus on Cybersecurity will provide the student with some of the basic skills needed for an entry-level career in Cybersecurity. The courses provide an overview of the entire field. Topics covered will include Cisco Security, Windows Operating System security, Linux security, Firewalls, Intruder Detection systems, Security policies and procedures, e-mail & Web security, and design and designing and building a secure computer network.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Required Courses

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C116	A + Essentials Hardware	3.0
  CST C128	Network+	3.0
  CST C177	Configuring MS Windows 8	3.0
  CST C191	CompTIA Linux+	3.0
  CST C201C	CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks	3.0
  CST C230	Introduction to Security	3.0
  Subtotal		18.0

  Program Electives

  Choose three of the following courses:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C231	CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner	3.0
  CST C232	Ethical Hacking	3.0
  CST C245	Exploring Computer Forensics	3.0
  CST C248	Wireless Networking	3.0
  CST C253	Cisco ASA, PIX, and Network Security	3.0
  CST C258	Linux Networking and Security	3.0
  CST C260	Certified Information Systems Security Professional	3.0
  Subtotal Electives		9.0
  Total for Certificate		27.0
  Total for Degree		60.0

Cybersecurity

Certificate of Accomplishment
3_CE_CYBER

The Cybersecurity - Certificate of Accomplishment will give the students some of the basic skills needed for an entry-level career in cybersecurity. The courses provide an overview of the entire field of cybersecurity. Topics covered will include Cisco Security, Windows Operating System security, Linux security, Firewalls, Intruder Detection systems, Security policies and procedures, e-mail & Web security and design, and designing and building a secure computer network.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Required

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C230	Introduction to Security	3.0
  CST C232	Ethical Hacking	3.0
  Subtotal		6.0

  Program Electives

  Select a minimum of 7.5 units from the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C231	CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner	3.0
  CST C237	Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance and Network Security	1.5
  CST C238	Intrusion Detection Systems	1.5
  CST C240	Firewall and Access Control Lists	3.0
  CST C245	Exploring Computer Forensics	3.0
  CST C248	Wireless Networking	3.0
  CST C252	Cisco Security Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)	1.5
  CST C253	Cisco ASA, PIX, and Network Security	3.0
  CST C254	Cisco IPS/CCSP	3.0
  CST C258	Linux Networking and Security	3.0
  CST C260	Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)	3.0
  CST C271	Become a Security Consultant	1.5
  Subtotal Electives		7.5
  Total for Certificate		13.5

MCSA: Windows 8 

Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_MCSA8

This certificate is one of the new stackable industry certification certificates created by Microsoft Corporation to provide a tool to measure the ability of a computer support specialist to configure, manage, and maintain a Windows 8 enterprise system. Consisting of two separate courses, MCSA: Windows 8 serves as the foundational desktop industry certification leading to the MCSE. The two courses that make up this certificate are Configuring Windows 8 (70-687) and Managing and Maintaining Windows 8 (70-688).

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C177	Configuring Microsoft Windows 8	3.0
  CST C178	Managing and Maintaining Windows 8	3.0
  Total for Certificate		6.0

MCSA: Windows Server 2012

Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_MCSA12

This certificate is one of the new stackable industry certification certificates created by Microsoft Corporation to provide a tool to measure the ability of a Network Administrator to implement, manage, and maintain networking infrastructure within a Windows Server 2012 environment. Consisting of three separate courses, MCSA: Windows Server 2012 serves as the foundational server industry certification leading to the MCSE. The three courses that make up this certificate are Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012, Administering Windows Server 2012, and Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C222	Installing/Configuring Windows Server 2012	3.0
  CST C223	Administering Windows Server 2012	3.0
  CST C224	Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services	3.0
  Total for Certificate		9.0

Microsoft

Associate of Science Degree
3_AS_MICR

The Computer Networking: Microsoft program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Networking. The focus on Microsoft will provide the student with some of the basic skills needed for an entry-level career in various Networking fields. The courses provide an overview of the entire field of Computer Networking.

Topics covered include Microsoft Server and Workstation operating systems; active directory, security, virtualization, backup and recovery, installation and configuration, group policies, and DNS.

• Program Leading Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Required

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  Course ID		Units
  CST C116	A + Essentials Hardware	3.0
  CST C128	Network+	3.0
  CST C177	Configuring MS Windows 8	3.0
  CST C191	CompTIA Linux+	3.0
  CST C201C	CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks	3.0
  CST C230	Introduction to Security	3.0
  Subtotal		18.0

  Program Electives

  Choose three of the following courses:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C165	Installing/Configuring Windows Server 2012	3.0
  CST C172	SQL Server Design and Implementation	3.0
  CST C173	MCTS-MS Exchange Server-Configuration	3.0
  CST C184	MS Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration	3.0
  CST C185	MS Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration	3.0
  CST C186	MS Server 2008 Application Infrastructure	3.0
  CST C222	Installing/Configuring Windows Server 2012	3.0
  CST C223	Administering Windows Server 2012	3.0
  CST C224	Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services	3.0
  Subtotal Electives		9.0
  Total for Certificate		27.0
  Total for Degree		60.0

Microsoft

Certificate of Achievement
3_CL_MICR

The Computer Networking: Microsoft program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Networking. The focus on Microsoft will provide the student with some of the basic skills needed for an entry-level career in various Networking fields. The courses provide an overview of the entire field of Computer Networking.

Topics covered include Microsoft Server and Workstation operating systems; active directory, security, virtualization, backup and recovery, installation and configuration, group policies, and DNS.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Required

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  Course ID		Units
  CST C116	A + Essentials Hardware	3.0
  CST C128	Network+	3.0
  CST C177	Configuring MS Windows 8	3.0
  CST C191	CompTIA Linux+	3.0
  CST C201C	CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks	3.0
  CST C230	Introduction to Security	3.0
  Subtotal		18.0

  Program Electives

  Choose three of the following courses:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C165	Installing/Configuring Windows Server 2012	3.0
  CST C172	SQL Server Design and Implementation	3.0
  CST C173	MCTS-MS Exchange Server-Configuration	3.0
  CST C184	MS Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration	3.0
  CST C185	MS Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration	3.0
  CST C186	MS Server 2008 Application Infrastructure	3.0
  CST C222	Installing/Configuring Windows Server 2012	3.0
  CST C223	Administering Windows Server 2012	3.0
  CST C224	Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services	3.0
  Subtotal Electives		9.0
  Total for Certificate		27.0
  Total for Degree		60.0

Windows Server 2008

Certificate of Accomplishment
3_CE_WIND

The Microsoft (MCTS) Certificate of Accomplishment for Windows Server 2008 is designed to give the students the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the functions and features of Windows Server 2008 Networking Platform. This certificate aligns itself with the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Server 2008 Certification.

• Program Learning Outcomes

  Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems using theories learned in the classroom to design and implement a workable solution.
  • Build and maintain secure networks.
• Program Courses

  Students will complete all of the following:

  Course ID	Name	Units
  CST C177	Configuring Microsoft Windows 8	3.0
  CST C184	Microsoft Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration	3.0
  CST C185	Microsoft Server 2008 Network Infrastructure	3.0
  CST C186	Microsoft Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration	3.0
  Total for Certificate		12.0

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