Continuing Education
There are currently no continuing education requirements.
Cooperative Education
DMTC works in cooperation with local high schools, the DMTC Technical Department, and area business partners to provide students with internship opportunities. An agreement is in place to provide for Mesa State College to accept Computer and Networking Technologies course credit earned in the Computer and Networking Technologies program at DMTC. The credits will satisfy part of the AAS Technology Integration Cluster degree requirements at MSC. Further information about transfer of credits is available on request.
Course Availability
The Computer and Networking Technologies courses are available in an evening format. Computer Repair and Networking are each one semester courses. Cisco Network Associate is a two-semester course.
Program information, courses, and credit hours are subject to change.
Computer and Networking Technologies
Computer Repair Credits
CNG121 Computer Technician I: A+............... 4
CNG122 Computer Technician II: A+.............. 3
CNG120 A+ Certification Preparation............. 4
Total Credits 11
Networking Credits
CNG124 Networking I: Network+.................... 3
CNG125 Networking II: Network+................... 3
CNG255 Industry Certification........................ 3
Total Credits 9
Cisco Network Associate 1st Sem. Credits
CNG260 CISCO Network Associate I............. 5
CNG261 CISCO Network Associate II............ 5
Total 1st Semester Credits 10
Cisco Network Associate 2nd Sem. Credits
CNG262 CISCO Network Associate III............ 5
CNG263 CISCO Network Associate IV........... 5
Total 2nd Semester Credits 10
Total Credits 20
Course Descriptions
CNG120 A+ Certification Preparation 4 Credits
Prepares students for the CompTIA A+ certification examination. Hardware and software concepts are reviewed using A+ techniques.
CNG121 Computer Technician I: A+ 4 Credits
Introduces personal computer hardware to gain the skills and knowledge for a successful entry-level computer service technician. Provides extensive hands-on work with computer systems. Includes PC setup and configuration, floppy and hard drive installation, basic maintenance and troubleshooting. Successful completion prepares the student for the core hardware service technician portion of the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam.
CNG122 Computer Technician II: A+ 3 Credits
Focuses on operating systems as well as installation of modems, tape backups, CD-ROM drives, and SCSI subsystems. Covers operating systems, Windows 9x, Windows NT and Windows 2000 installation, configuration, and upgrading. Includes laser printers and backup power systems. This course prepares the student for the CompTIA A+ OS Technologies Exam.
CNG124 Networking I: Network+ 3 Credits
Provides students with the knowledge necessary to understand, identify, and perform necessary tasks involved in supporting a network. Covers the vendor-independent networking skills and concepts that affect all aspects of networking, such as installing and configuring the TCP/IP. This course also prepares students for the Networking II: Network + course.
CNG125 Networking II: Network+ 3 Credits
Continues to provide students with the knowledge necessary to implement and support a network. Focuses on the vendor-independent networking skills and concepts that affect all aspects of networking. The Networking I and II: Network + courses prepare students for the Network + certification.
CNG255 Industry Certification 3 Credits
Provides the student with a comprehensive preparation for recognized industry certification exams in personal computer and network technology. Features alternative methods for delivery of instruction, including self-paced instruction assisted by technology.
CNG260 CISCO Network Associate I 5 Credits
Introduces network fundamentals, the OSI model and industry standards, IP addressing (subnet masks), and basic network design.
CNG261 CISCO Network Associate II 5 Credits
Focuses on router theory and technologies, including router configurations, protocols, network management, and introductory LAN switching.
CNG262 CISCO Network Associate III 5 Credits
Focuses on advanced routing and switching configurations, LAN switching, network management, and advanced network design.
CNG263 CISCO Network Associate IV 5 Credits
Focuses on project-based learning, including advanced network design projects and advanced management projects. This course and CNG 260, 261 and 262 prepare students for the CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCCNA) certification exam.
