facebookNetwork Systems Technology
Herzing College is a recognized leader in computer networking training. This program is built on some of the most influential names in networking today – Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA A+ and Linux+. As a graduate of the Network Systems Technology diploma program, you’ll be prepared to succeed as a technical specialist in computer hardware, applied Internet technology, system diagnostics, local area network installation and maintenance, data communication techniques and network administrative tasks.
This program prepares student to write Industry Certifications for MCITP, CCNA, A+ and Linux+ and Herzing College offers hands-on training, helping you to get the most out of your studies. The subjects you’ll learn include: Microsoft in which you will learn Installing, Managing, and Maintaining Active Directory Services, Routing and Remote Access Services, Administering Server 2008 Infrastructure and Exchange Server 2010. For CCNA you will be working on CISCO Routers and Catalyst Switches. CompTIA A+ will give you the necessary hands on experience to work on computer hardware systems and to troubleshoot the day to day computer problems.
Studying at Herzing not only means having access to well-equipped labs, but also to qualified and competent instructors.
What about Certification?
Herzing College has partnered with Microsoft by becoming a Microsoft IT Academy and a Microsoft Certified Partner. We prepare students for jobs that demand proficiency with Microsoft products and technologies.
In addition, Herzing College is a member of the Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA).
We also prepare students for proficiency in microcomputer hardware and operating systems.
Because certifications are a reality in the computer industry, the Network Systems Technology program contains course material to prepare all our graduates for many certifications:
- Microsoft MCITP
- Exam 70-680: Windows 7, Configuring
- Exam 70-640: Windows 2008 Server Active Directory Configuration
- Exam 70-642: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration
- Exam 70-646: Windows Server 2008 Administration
- Microsoft MCTS
- Exam 70-236: Exchange 2010 Configuration
- CompTIA
- CompTIA's A+ Certification
- CompTIA's Linux+ Certification
- Cisco CCNA
- Cisco CCNA Routers and Switches - Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices - ICND1 & ICDN2(exam 640-802 CCNA)
This one-year college diploma also includes a one-month internship to gain work experience.
The college reserves the right to modify course content, operating systems, course order and tools during the running of the program without prior notice or approval.
Total Hours: 1040, 52 weeks
Total Credits: 52
Program Listing of Courses:
120 hours
NT 291 - Linux +
Designed to provide the essential skills needed to be proficient both with the Linux command line and the graphical user interface, this course focuses on the fundamental concepts and tools which make Linux so powerful. The curriculum is designed to provide hands-on experience. Subjects focused on during this class include the Linux/Unix file system and how to manipulate it; the basic notions of pipes, redirection, regular expressions, and other tools for performing complex tasks; the management of processes and jobs; vi, the standard Unix editor; and the ability to construct shell scripts to automate routine or difficult operations.
The class concentrates on the popular Fedora, OpenSUSE and UBUNTU distributions of the Linux operating system, and covers subjects ranging from initial installation of Linux to day-to-day administrative tasks such as management of user accounts and disk space, and even imparting the trouble-shooting skills future system administrators will need to cope with unexpected behaviour. Other topics explored and implemented in the class include the setup and maintenance of many of the most popular network services available for Linux and Unix today, including servers for DNS, LDAP, Web (HTTP, HTTPS), FTP, SMB (Windows networking). Special attention is paid to the concepts needed to implement these services securely, and to the trouble-shooting skills which will be necessary for real-world administration of network services.
This course will help the student in writing the CompTIA Linux+ Certification exam, an industry recognized certification.
140 hours
NT 280 Windows 7 Installing, configuring and Managing
This course expands knowledge base and technical skills about Windows 7 Client and focuses on the "how to" associated with Windows 7 technologies.
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Perform a clean installation of Windows 7, upgrade to Windows 7, and migrate user-related data and settings from an earlier version of Windows; configure disks, partitions, volumes, and device drivers to enable a Windows 7 client computer; configure file access and printers on a Windows 7 client computer; configure network connectivity on a Windows 7 client computer; configure wireless network connectivity on a Windows 7 client computer; secure Windows 7 client desktop computers; optimize and maintain the performance and reliability of a Windows 7 client computer; configure mobile computing and remote access settings for a Windows 7 client computer.
This is a preparation course for the Microsoft exam 70-680, towards the MCITP Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional.
140 hours
NT 220 Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to manage accounts and resources in a Microsoft Windows 2008 environment, the student will learn how to Configure Domain Name System (DNS) for Active Directory; Configuring the Active Directory infrastructure; Configuring additional Active Directory server roles; Creating and maintaining Active Directory objects; Maintaining the Active Directory environment; and Configuring Active Directory Certificate Services.
This is a preparation course for the Microsoft exam 70-640, towards the MCITP Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional.
120 hours
NT 225 Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to network and applications infrastructure concepts and configurations provided by Window Server 2008, to configure and troubleshoot a Windows Server 2008 network infrastructure and to secure servers and maintain update compliance. Upon completion, students will acquire a fundamental understanding of Server 2008 to pursue advanced topics for certification in the network and applications infrastructure areas.
This is a preparation course for the Microsoft exam 70-642, towards the MCITP Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional.
120 hours
NT 230 Windows Server 2008 Administrator
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to maintain, troubleshoot and secure Windows Server 2008, Implement key security components to protect your server, Develop and deploy a patch management strategy, Leverage built-in components to create a highly available infrastructure, Optimize and tune system performance for greater responsiveness, Recover from system failures with troubleshooting tools and techniques.
This is a preparation course for the Microsoft exam 70-646, towards the MCITP Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional.
160 hours
NT 300 Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Configuration
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to configure a Microsoft Exchange 2010. Focusing on configuring Exchange Server 2010, the student will learn topics such as installing Exchange Server 2010; configuring recipients, groups, and mailboxes; setting up connectors and message compliance; modifying spam settings and blocking attachments; monitoring system performance and client connectivity; creating server and usage reports; configuring backups; and recovering messaging data and server roles.
This is a preparation course for the Microsoft exam 70-662, towards the MCITP Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional.
80 hours
NT 215 Routers and Switches
CISCO CCNA - Routers and Switches: The Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND) course presents the concepts, commands and practice required to configure Cisco switches and routers in multiprotocol internetworks. Through lectures, discussions, demonstrations, exercises, and laboratory projects, students are given information sufficient to identify and recommend the best Cisco solutions for small to medium-sized businesses. Students perform all basic configuration procedures to build a multi-router, multi-group internetwork that uses LAN and WAN interfaces for the most commonly used routing and routed protocols. ICND provides the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting information that technical support people require to install and configure Cisco products.
This course will cover material to help students prepare for Routers and Switches (Internetworking Cisco Network Devices – ICND) Exam 640-802 CCNA.
PD 150 Career Developments
This mandatory course helps students prepare for employment, conduct a successful campaign to find employment, and be successful in their career. Topics covered; preparation of a resume, covering letter and thank you letter to use in job search.
80 hours
WE 194 Internship
The internship component of the program is the practical application of a student’s knowledge and skills in an industry environment. The industry shall be directly related to the student’s program of study. The internship requires full-time day attendance working in the industry setting. The duration of the internship is four weeks, during which the student must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 80 hours of work experience. Prerequisite: All courses in the program.
