Student Built Computer System at Crowder College
Computer and Network Support Technology Jim Campbell District Director of Network Maintenance

StarCrowder College also offers 2 year Associate (AA) degrees in: Computer Science [PDF] and also Information Science[PDF]

AA Computer Science Degree Requirements[PDF]

AA Information Science Degree Requirements[PDF]

AAS Computer Netwrok Support Degree Requirements[PDF]

Certificate of Study Cisco Networking Requirements [PDF]

Certificate of Study Network Administration [PDF]

Certificate of Study PC Repair[PDF]

Computers have become an integral part of today's society...they're everywhere! With this surge of computer growth, there is an ever-growing demand for computer and network support technicians.

The Computer and Network Support Technology program (CNS) at Crowder College trains students to become those much needed technicians.

Upon successfully completing this program, you will be able to build, setup, and repair personal computers; setup and maintain computer networks; and perform various network administrative tasks! 


The Computer and Network Support program is offered as a two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.  A one-year Certificate in Network Administration Technology is also available.

Courses Offered In The Computer and Network Support Technology
Two Year (AAS) Degree:

Catalog Entry:[PDF]

CNS 101, Introduction to Electronics

Presents the physics of electricity and magnetism and its direct application in the study of electronics.

CNS 110, Operating Systems

Presents basic file- system structure as well as installation, setup and application of both command line and GUI operating systems such as MS DOS, Microsoft Windows and Linux.

Computer Networking Course

CNS 115, 116, 217, 218 Cisco Networking I, II, III, IV

Provide both introductory and advanced knowledge and skills in network infrastructure topics including TCP/IP structure and addressing, router setup and configuration, troubleshooting and preparation for Cisco’s CCNA certification exam.

CNS 130, 230 Computer Diagnosis and Repair 1&2

Provide hands-on experience in computer assembly, setup, maintenance, and repair focusing on the popular Intel-based (“IBM Compatible”) architecture. Classroom activities address hardware/software issues, trouble­shooting principles, and online research.

CNS 250 Linux Network Administration

Presents a basic introduction to Linux system management as well as hands-on experience installing and setting up various specialized functionalities such as web servers, FTP servers, NFS, and firewalls/routers.

CNS 255 Novell Network Administration

Presents students with hands-on experience installing and setting up a Novell server and performing basic administrative tasks using both client and web-based management tools.

Student Working on a Computer

CNS 260 Microsoft Network Administration

Provides hands-on experience utilizing a Windows-based server incorporating Microsoft’s client/server-based products such as Active Directory, Internet Information Services (ISS), and Distributed File System (DFS).

CNS 273 Topics in Computer & Network Support Technology

Presents selected variable content in areas of study reflecting current trends in Computer and Support Technology. Example topics might include Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft VisualBasic.NET, etc.

Computer Networking Course

CNS 280, 290 Computer Repair & Network Administration Internship Practicum

Provide hands-on experience in PC repair and network administration technology in a real world environment by assigning students to off-site hosting organizations.

 

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