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Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ Catalog: 2016 - 2018 CNM Catalog, Volume 49 Program: Computer Information Systems (AAS), Systems Administration Concentration

Computer Information Systems (AAS), Systems Administration Concentration

School of Business & Information Technology (BIT)

Systems Administration focuses on design, implementation, management and troubleshooting computer systems in a business environment. The required courses in the program cover all objectives needed to prepare for the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) exams. Areas covered are Enterprise/Server Support and Client Support in the Windows environment.

Students will receive instruction and hands-on training on subjects that include; installing operating systems, managing performance, implementing security, disaster recovery, directory services, virtualization of servers and desktops, troubleshooting hardware and software, and many more advanced computing technologies.

See Recommended Sequence of Courses

Educational Option Information

  • This program can be completed: Part-time or full-time. Full-time students can complete the program in four terms.
  • This educational option can be started: Any term.
  • Primary course location: Main Campus.
  • Additional requirements:
    • Students are expected to purchase textbooks and USB flash drives.
    • Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.

Approximate Costs of this Educational Option

  • Cost of Attendance
  • Tuition
  • Books
  • Program and Course Fees

Financial Aid Considerations

  • This is a financial aid eligible program.
  • Direct Subsidized Loans: 150 percent rule
 

Career and Educational Opportunities

Educational Opportunities

Other licenses or industry certification opportunities are available with this educational option:

  • Microsoft: MCP, MCSA
  • CompTIA: A+, Network+, Security +, Server+

Many of our courses are transferrable to baccalaureate degree programs, and CNM has Transfer Agreements with many colleges in New Mexico and beyond.

Career Information

CNM’s Systems Administration concentration is current and relevant to today’s technology needs and its graduates may find work with any organization that depends on computers or any organization with an Information Technology Department. Common job descriptions include the keywords computer network management and maintenance and typical job titles are System Administrator, Server Manager, Support Technician, Computer Help Desk, Desktop Support Technician.

Program Proficiencies and/or Prerequisites

Students may demonstrate proficiency in these areas either by Diploma/GPA, placement exam scores, or specific course work.

  • MATH 1310 
  • Reading & Writing Proficiency 2 

Recommended Sequence of Courses

 

Term 1

 

Course Namecredit hour(s)Term TakenGradeGen Ed
  • AAS Written Communication Requirement 3 credit hour(s)
    • BA 1101 - Introduction to Business 3 credit hour(s)
    BA 1131 - Business Professionalism 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 1410 - IT Essentials I: PC Hardware and Software 3 credit hour(s)
    IT 1010 - Computer Concepts and Software Applications 3 credit hour(s)

    Term 2

     

    Course Namecredit hour(s)Term TakenGradeGen Ed
  • Mathematics Requirement 3-4 credit hour(s)
    • CIS 1415 - Network Essentials 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 1610 - Configuring Windows Client 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 2620 - Configuring Windows Server 3 credit hour(s)
  • Laboratory Science Requirement 4-5 credit hour(s) (except NS courses)

    • Term 3

     

    Course Namecredit hour(s)Term TakenGradeGen Ed
    CIS 1680 - Linux Essentials 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 2630 - Administering Windows Server 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 2634 - Managing and Maintaining Windows Client 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 2650 - Advanced Windows Server 3 credit hour(s)
    COMM 2221 - Interpersonal Communication Studies 3 credit hour(s)

    Term 4

     

    Course Namecredit hour(s)Term TakenGradeGen Ed
    CIS 2670 - Computer Security+ 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 2999 - Capstone Course 1 credit hour(s)

     

    ENG 1119 - Technical Communications 3 credit hour(s)

    or

    ENG 2219 - Technical Writing 3 credit hour(s)

     

  • Human Relations Requirement 3 credit hour(s)
  • Program Approved Elective 6 credit hour(s)

    • Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems, Systems Administration Concentration 62-64 credit hours

    Program Approved Electives

     

    Course Namecredit hour(s)Term TakenGradeGen Ed
    BIT 1005 - Survey of Business & Information Technology 3 credit hour(s)

     

    CIS 1096-1996 - Special Topics * 1-3 credit hour(s)

    or

    CIS 2096-2996 - Special Topics * 1-3 credit hour(s)

     

    CIS 1173 - Excel Complete 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 1250 - Python Programming I 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 1275 - C++ Programming I 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 1280 - .Net I/C# 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 1425 - Network Topologies/Cisco Academy Semester 1 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 1715 - Overview of Web Technologies 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 1810 - Information Storage and Management (ISM) 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 2095 - Cooperative Education 3 credit hour(s)
    CIS 2097 - Independent Study 1-6 credit hour(s)
    CIS 2098 - Internship 3 credit hour(s)
    FIN 1010 - Financial Literacy Complete 3 credit hour(s)

     

    * Maximum 3 Special Topics credits allowed

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