Microsoft Network Solutions Associate

Certificate in Applied Science

9 Credit Hours

This program prepares you for system administration and server management specialist jobs. It is ideal if you are employed or are pursuing employment in a business that uses the Microsoft Windows Server operating system in a LAN and/or WAN environment. This program is designed to prepare you for the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification exam.

Major Requirements

IST 164	Implementing Windows Network Infrastructure Services	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a study of the fundamentals of installing, configuring and utilizing Windows networking services while exploring techniques used to design, create and implement secure communications across the networks, which may consist of multiple vendors. Emphasis is also provided on support of remote users and central management concepts. This course covers the objectives of the associated Microsoft certification.Learn More Prerequisites IST 165

IST 165	Implementing and Administering Windows Directory Services	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a study of directory services covering the planning, design, installation, configuration and administration of a network directory structure. This course covers the objectives of the associated Microsoft certification exam.Learn More

IST 263	Designing Windows Network Security	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is an advanced study of security features of networks including authentication protocol, public key infrastructure, IPSEC and certificate servers. This course covers Microsoft enterprise level server administration. This course covers theobjectives of the associated Microsoft certification exam.Learn More Prerequisites IST 164 and IST 165

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Admission Requirements

Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying placement levels.