Information Technology Networking Specialist Microsoft Enterprise Administrator

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INDIVIDUAL PROGRAM INFORMATION 2015–2016

866.Macomb1 (866.622.6621) www.macomb.edu

Information Technology—

Networking Specialist—

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Based on MCC 2015–2016 Catalog, 2015, continually updated, 1271_15 (REV: 05_15)

Information Technology—Networking Specialist—

Microsoft Enterprise Administrator

PROGRAM OPTIONS

CREDENTIAL TITLE CREDIT HOURS

REQUIRED NOTES

Associate of Applied Science Information Technology–Networking Specialist–Microsoft

Enterprise Administrator 62 –

Certificate Information Technology–Networking Specialist–Microsoft

Skill Specific Certificate Information Technology–Networking Specialist–Microsoft

CONTACT INFORMATION

CONTACT TITLE NAME Phone E‑MAIL LOCATION

Professor Patrick Hornung 586.445.7178 [email protected] South Campus

Program Description:

The Microsoft Enterprise Administrator program provides fundamental skills in operating and managing a Microsoft network. Skills include Microsoft Active Directory, network infrastructure technologies, Windows client and server operating systems, Windows policy administration, Windows client deployment, security best practices, client and server virtualization, high availability systems, and disaster recovery. The program also includes supplementary topics such as wireless networking, Linux, and network design. The program focuses on preparing students for relevant and current industry certification.

Career Opportunities:

Information Technology–Networking Specialist–Microsoft Enterprise Administrator–Associate of Applied Science: Career Opportunities: Job titles such as Computer User Support Specialist, Network & Computer System Administrator, Computer Network Support Specialist, and Network Architect are attainable upon completion of this course of study. To learn more from a career specialist, visit the Office of Career Services at either campus or explore online at www.onetonline.org.

Information Technology‑Networking Specialist–Microsoft Enterprise Administrator–Certificate: Career Opportunities: Job titles such as Computer User Support Specialist, Network & Computer System Administrator, Computer Network Support Specialist, and Network Architect are attainable upon completion of this course of study. To learn more from a career specialist, visit the Office of Career Services at either campus or explore online at www.onetonline.org.

Information Technology–Networking Specialist–Microsoft Enterprise Administrator–Skill Specific Certificate: Career Opportunities: Job titles such as Computer User Support Specialist, Network & Computer System Administrator, Computer Network Support Specialist, and Network Architect are attainable upon completion of this course of study. To learn more from a career specialist, visit the Office of Career Services at either campus or explore online at www.onetonline.org.

Transfer Pathways:

Students intending to transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree need to make early decisions concerning an academic major and a transfer destination. Statistics show that students who make these decisions early are more likely to persist to graduation than their undecided counterparts. Students planning to transfer credits earned at Macomb are strongly urged to see a counselor or academic advisor as early as possible in their college careers. 8 Transfer Resource Guide

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ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY—NETWORKING SPECIALIST—MICROSOFT ENTERPRISE ADMINISTRATOR

Career preparation and related courses

(require successful completion of a minimum of 66 credit hours)

SUGGESTED SEQUENCE BASED ON FULL-TIME ENROLLMENT.

MAY ALSO BE COMPLETED BASED ON PART-TIME ENROLLMENT.

CORE COURSES: COMMON DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS FOR ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN

COURSE COURSE TITLE PREREQUISITE CREDIT _HOURS

SEMESTER 1

BCOM‑2050 Business Communications – 4.0

ITCS‑1010 –OR– ITCS‑2335

Computer & Information Processing Principles –OR–

Foundations of Business Information Technology – 4.0

ITNT‑1500 –OR– ITNC‑1010

Principles of Networking –OR–

Cisco Networking (CCNA) 1

– 4.0 Group I Course: ENGL‑1180 –OR– ENGL‑1210 Communications 1 –OR– Composition 1

Placement, or ENGL‑0050 or EAPP‑1500

with grade C‑ or better 3.0‑4.0

SEMESTER 2

ITOS‑1310 Managing a MS Windows Client Environment ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1010 3.0

ITIA‑1200 Introduction to Information Systems Security ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1010 3.0

ITOS‑1410 Windows Server Administration 1 ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1010 4.0

ITOS‑1710 Introduction to Linux – 3.0

Group II Course Any ASTR, BIOL, CHEM, ENVS, GEOL, MATH, NATS, PHSA, _PHYS – 2.0‑4.0

SEMESTER 3

ITOS‑1510 Windows Server Administration 2 ITOS‑1400 or ITOS‑1410 4.0

ITOS‑1720 Linux Server Administration ITOS‑1710 and either ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1010 3.0

ITNT‑1610 Wireless Networking ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1010 3.0

Group III Course Any ANTH, ECON, GEOG, HIST, INTL‑2010, INTL‑2500, INTL‑_{2700, POLS, PSYC, SOCY, SOSC} – 3.0‑4.0

SEMESTER 4

ITNT‑2130 Network Design 1 ITOS‑1400 or ITOS‑1410 3.0

ITOS‑2410 Windows Server Administration 3 ITOS‑1510 4.0

ITOS‑2510 Virtualization Technologies ITOS‑1510 and ITOS‑1710 3.0

Group IV Course (CREATIVE WRITING OR LITERATURE ONLY) FREN, GRMN, Any ARAB, ARTT, CHIN, ENGL‑2###

HUMN, ITAL, INTL‑2000, INTL‑2300, MUSC, PHIL, & SPAN – 3.0‑4.0

Group V Course Any PHED Wellness course—2000 or above – 2.0‑3.0

NOTES:

▪ The above is a suggested sequence and is based on full‑time enrollment.

▪ A minimum of 18 credit hours of Arts & Sciences courses (Groups I–V) are needed as well as a minimum of 62 total credit hours for the associate degree. Arts & Sciences Group I–V can be taken in any

semester.

▪ It is strongly encouraged that you work with a counselor, advisor or faculty/department coordinator to plan your schedule

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Based on MCC 2015–2016 Catalog, 2015, continually updated, 1271_15 (REV: 05_15) CERTIFICATE IN

Career preparation and related courses

(require successful completion of a minimum of 48 credit hours)

REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATE IN

SEMESTER 1

BCOM‑2050 Business Communications – 4.0

ITCS‑1010 –OR– ITCS‑2335

Computer & Information Processing Principles –OR–

Foundations of Business Information Technology – 4.0 ITNT‑1500 –OR– ITNC‑1010 Principles of Networking –OR–

Cisco Networking (CCNA) 1

– 4.0

SEMESTER 2

ITIA‑1200 Introduction to Information Systems Security ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1010 3.0

ITOS‑1710 Introduction to Linux – 3.0

SEMESTER 3

ITOS‑1720 Linux Server Administration ITOS‑1710 and either ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1010 3.0

ITNT‑1610 Wireless Networking ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1010 3.0

SEMESTER 4

ITNT‑2130 Network Design 1 ITOS‑1400 or ITOS‑1410 3.0

ITOS‑2510 Virtualization Technologies ITOS‑1510 and ITOS‑1710 3.0

SKILL SPECIFIC CERTIFICATE IN

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY—NETWORKING SPECIALIST—WINDOWS SERVER

Career preparation and related courses

(require successful completion of a minimum of 15 credit hours) REQUIREMENTS FOR SKILL SPECIFIC CERTIFICATE IN

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY—NETWORKING SPECIALIST—WINDOWS SERVER

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Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree

The Associate of Applied Science Degree is intended to provide the preparation necessary for potential employment in an occupational specialty.

Requirements

● Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0

● Minimum 15 semester hours of credit earned at Macomb

● Minimum 62 semester hours of credit courses numbered 1000 or above, which include: • A minimum 18 semester hours of credit in Arts and Sciences courses numbered 1000 or

above, as described in the Group Concentrations table; and

• A minimum of an additional 44 semester hours, including required career preparation and related courses as well as any electives required in the program.

Arts and Sciences Courses Required for the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree

A minimum of one course from each of the five Arts and Sciences groups must be selected. Electives and Arts and Sciences requirements must be satisfied by courses numbered 1000 or higher. Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree requirements are met by taking the required career courses and the Arts and Sciences courses.

See Academic Placement Procedures for information on course placement in chemistry, English, English for Academic Purposes, mathematics, and reading.

Courses numbered below 1000 will not count toward the Associate of Applied Science degree. Contact a counselor or academic advisor if you need help in choosing the appropriate course.

Arts and Sciences Group Concentration for Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements

GROUP COURSES DEGREE REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM

18 SEMESTER HOURS

I.A ENGL‑1180 or ENGL‑1210 1 Course

I.B Other English Composition, Reading, or Speech See Note below

II. Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology, Mathematics, _{Natural Science, Physical Science, Physics} 1 Course III. Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History, INTL‑2010, INTL‑2500, INTL‑2700, _{Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Social Science} 1 Course IV. Art, Creative Writing, Foreign Language, Humanities, INTL‑2000, INTL‑2300, _{Literature, Music, Philosophy, Theater Arts} 1 Course

V. Any PHED Wellness course – 2000 or above 1 Course

Note: If students take one course from each of Groups I.A, II, III, IV, and V, and still have taken less than the minimum of 18 semester hours of Arts and Sciences courses required for the AAS degree, they may elect additional hours from Groups I.B, II, III, IV, or V to satisfy minimum degree requirements.

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Based on MCC 2015–2016 Catalog, 2015, continually updated, 1271_15 (REV: 05_15)

Course Descriptions

BCOM‑2050—Business Communications—4.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: None

(formerly BCO 205) BCOM‑2050 focuses on developing both written and verbal communication skills required in business and industry. Students conduct primary and secondary research, analyze the results, compile findings, and compose a formal business report. They also develop effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills, understand team dynamics, and enhance presentation skills. Students create an employment package using current strategies as well as formulate a variety of business messages using the latest social media technologies. (4 contact hrs)

ITCS‑2335—Foundations of Business Information Technology—4.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: IT program major or admitted into Walsh College Fast Track program

ITCS‑2335 examines current and developing Business Information Technologies (BIT) and their potential for satisfying emerging business needs. Students explore the critical role of BIT in modern business. (4 contact hrs)

ITIA‑1200—Introduction to Information Systems Security—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1000 or ITNC‑1030

(formerly ITCS‑2180) ITIA‑1200 introduces students to the various elements of information systems security. Topics include information security planning, logical and physical security design, security plan implementation and administration, and legal and liability issues surrounding information systems. Students explore various security threats and learn how to protect an organization against malicious attacks through processes that ensure confidentiality, availability, and data integrity. (3 contact hrs)

ITNT‑1600—Introduction to Wireless Networks—3.00 credit hours

ITNT‑1600 provides a complete foundation of knowledge for individuals entering the wireless networking industry. Students learn the protocols, transmission methods and IEEE 802.11 standards of wireless communications; the advantages, disadvantages, and implications of different wireless technologies; the important types of wireless networks; and various key technologies and applications that have been developed on top of wireless infrastructures. Students gain a solid understanding of wireless device configuration from hands‑on lab exercises incorporated throughout the course. (3 contact hrs)

ITNT‑1700—Wireless Network Integration—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: ITNT‑1600

ITNT‑1700 provides students with a continuing study of wireless network technologies with a focus on hardware installation, configuration, and management; troubleshooting techniques; wireless network project planning; and security. Students gain a solid understanding of wireless network integration and management from hands‑ on lab exercises incorporated throughout the course. (3 contact hrs)

ITOS‑1310—Managing a MS Windows Client Environment—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1000

(Formerly ITOS‑1300) ITOS‑1310 provides a technical overview of the Microsoft Windows operating system, providing hands‑on experience with commands and utilities. Students explore the basic structure, functions, and tools of the current Windows client operating system. Topics include installation, configuration, and management of hardware, user accounts, networking, printing, applications, security, performance, and troubleshooting. (3 contact hrs)

ITOS‑1400—Managing a Microsoft Windows Server Environment—3.00 credit hours

(formerly ITCS‑1440) This course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to manage accounts and resources, maintain server resources, monitor server performance, and safeguard data in a Microsoft Windows Server environment. Topics include managing user, computer, and group accounts; managing access to network resources; managing printers; managing an organizational unit in a network‑based on Active Directory directory service; and implementing Group Policy to manage users and computers. (3 contact hrs)

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ITOS‑1500—Implementing Microsoft Windows Server Active Directory—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: ITOS‑1310 or ITOS‑1400

(formerly ITCS‑2911) This course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully plan, implement, and troubleshoot a Microsoft Windows Server Active Directory directory service infrastructure. The course focuses on a Windows Server directory service environment, including forest and domain structure, Domain Name System (DNS), site topology and replication, organizational unit structure and delegation of administration, Group Policy, and user group and computer account strategies. (3 contact hrs)

ITOS‑1600—Managing a Microsoft Windows Application Infrastructure—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: ITOS‑1310

This course provides the knowledge and skills to manage and configure Windows Server Applications Infrastructure technologies, including Terminal Services, Web Services infrastructure and security, Media Server, Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services server options, File Server, Print Services, network maintenance, and Simple Network Management Protocol. (3 contact hrs)

ITOS‑1710—Introduction to Linux—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: None

ITOS‑1710 provides a technical overview of the Linux operating system, providing hands‑on experience with commands and files. Students explore the basic structure, functions, and tools of the Linux operating system. Topics include basic Linux commands, files and directories, text editing, pipes and filters, shell environment, and scripting. This is one of two courses required for students wishing to pursue the Linux+ industry certification. (3 contact hrs)

ITOS‑1720—Linux Server Administration—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: ITOS‑1710 and either ITNT‑1500 or ITNC‑1000 or ITNC‑1030

ITOS‑1720 provides students with the knowledge and skills required to perform basic Linux server administration. Topics include management of user accounts; configuring TCP/IP networking services; administering printing, web, file sharing, naming, and addressing services; configuring basic security and event logging. This is one of two courses required for students wishing to pursue the Linux+ industry certification. (3 contact hrs)

ITOS‑2400—Managing a Microsoft Windows Server Network—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: ITOS‑1310 or ITOS‑1400

ITOS‑2400 introduces students to the major areas of network and network service configuration on Windows Server. Topics include configuring protocols, name resolution, remote access, RADIUS, routing, security, and vital network services such as DNS, WINS, DHCP, and IPSec. (3 contact hrs)

ITOS‑2500—Implementing & Managing Microsoft Exchange Server—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: ITOS‑2400

ITOS‑2500 provides students with the knowledge and skills that are necessary to update and support a reliable, secure messaging infrastructure. Students learn how to create, store, and share information within the infrastructure by properly configuring and managing Microsoft Exchange Server. This course prepares students to sit for Microsoft Certification Exam 70‑284. (3 contact hrs)

ITOS‑2600—Windows Server Administration—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: ITOS‑1500 and ITOS‑2400

This course provides the skills required to provide day‑to‑day management of infrastructure, Web, and IT application servers for an enterprise organization. Students will create scripts and batch files to automate regular server administration tasks. (3 contact hrs)

ITOS‑2700—Windows Server Enterprise Administration—3.00 credit hours

´ Prerequisite: ITOS‑1500 and ITOS‑1600 and ITOS‑2400

This course provides the knowledge and skills to manage the overall IT environment and architecture of an enterprise network. Students will translate business goals into technology decisions and designs, taking mid‑range and long‑term strategies into account. Students will make key decisions about network infrastructure, directory services, identity management, authentication, security policies, business continuity, and IT design. (3 contact hrs)