Program Overview

Information Systems Project Coordinator, Networking Specialization, AAS

Program Description

Highline College’s Information Systems Project Coordinator program prepares the student for an entry-level position as a supervisory/project manager in the Networking field. Project Coordinators provide day-to-day administration of projects and ensure that services or products are delivered in a timely, cost-effective, and qualitative manner. Students should currently be working in or have supervisory/managerial skills gained in a commercial environment. The program will equip students with the tools and skills required in becoming a proficient Project Coordinator of IT projects.

Program Requirements

Prerequisites

• Basic keyboarding knowledge recommended.
• Some classes have entry requirements not listed here.

Program Core Courses

• CIS 160 - Network Foundations
• CIS 161 - Advanced Systems
• CIS 262 - Applied Networking
• CIS 150 - System Foundations
• CIS 166 - Network Defense

Total Core Credits: 25

Program Supporting Courses

• CSCI 100 - Survey of Computing
• ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing
• BSTEC 120 - Introduction to MS Office Software (2 cr)
• BSTEC 260 - Integrated Microsoft Office Management
• BUSN 270 - Business Management and Leadership
• BUS& 201 - Business Law
• LEGAL 101 - Legal Ethics and Professionalism
• CSCI 112 - Animation
• CSCI 132 - Python 1
• CIS 140 - CIS Internship (3 cr)

Total Supporting Course Credits: 45

Related Instruction Courses

• CMST& 101 - Introduction to Communication OR
• CMST& 220 - Public Speaking
• ENGL& 101 - English Composition I
• BUSN 160 - Human/Labor Relations
• MATH& 141 - Pre Calculus I

Total Related Instruction Credits: 20

Total Program Credits: 90

Program Outcomes

• Demonstrate proficient knowledge of networking equipment, configuration, and addressing.
• Implement a LAN with Microsoft and/or Linux servers and workstations adding management of users, e-mail, Websites, and network resources.
• Secure access and protect the data in a network server.
• Manage a complex project from start to finish, both individually and in teams.
• Effectively use technology to identify resources to solve networking issues, troubleshoot problems, and remain current in the technology field.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, both in speech and written documents.

Program Notes

• This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
• Students must achieve a minimum grade of 2.0 in each class.
• AAS degree programs emphasize preparation in specific job skills required for entry-level employment.
• Not all classes are offered every quarter or at night.
• Students attending only in the evening must remember it is likely to take more than two years to complete the program.

General Requirements

Read the Associate Degree and Certificate Requirements.

Internal Coding

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Description | Info Sys Proj Cord Network AAS
Academic Plan | SNLIWAPT
CIP Code | 11.1002