Prepare for your career in computer networking
The Networking Technologies Associate in Science Degree at SPC prepares students for network support and network engineering positions in the IT field. With this degree, students can pursue SPC's bachelor's degree in Technology Development and Management. As part of the Networking Technologies A.S. degree, students will complete an internship that provides valuable experience for a potential career. F-1 Visa students are eligible for this degree program.
This academic program prepares you for the following careers. All job data is provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Computer Network Support Specialists
Salary Data
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area Average
Florida Average
Projected employment for Florida
2023 Employment
12,510
2033
14,390
Percent Change
15
Projected Job Openings
1070
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Salary Data
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area Average
Florida Average
Projected employment for Florida
2023 Employment
21,680
2033
24,120
Percent Change
11
Projected Job Openings
1510
Skills you gain in SPC's Computer Networking A.S. Degree
- Fundamentals of networked environments and data communications
- Computer hardware, software and router installation, troubleshooting and configuration
- Network administration, management, security, troubleshooting and maintenance
- The fundamentals of the Linux/Unix operating environments
- Linux and Windows server administration
- LAN switching and wireless design
- WAN technology and protocols
- Voice over IP
Networking Technologies Associate in Science
COMPNET-AS
Effective Beginning Catalog Term: Fall 2024 (640)
The requirements shown below are valid beginning Fall 2024 (640), and may not reflect degree requirements for current students. Current students should visit My SPC and view My Learning Plan to see specific degree requirements for their effective term.
Program Summary
This program is offered as a Fully Online program. This program is designed for students to build, maintain, and manage an integrated network, utilizing the latest networking technologies, to implement network security measures, and to develop analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve common network issues locally or in the cloud. This program prepares students to sit for the CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Linux+, CompTIA Cloud Essentials+, and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) industry certifications depending upon which program pathway is selected.
Graduation Requirements
Minimum grade of "C" required in all Support and Major Core courses.
Academic Pathways
The Academic Pathway is a tool for students that lists the following items:- the recommended order in which to take the program courses
- suggested course when more than one option exists
- which semester each course is typically offered
- if the course has a prerequisite
- courses that may lead to a certificate (if offered in the program)
Please verify the Academic Pathway lists your correct starting semester.
Program Leadership Information
Florida CIP Code
1511100112 - Network Systems Technology
Federal CIP Code
11.1001 - Network and System Administration/Administrator.
Industry Certifications
As part of your coursework in the Computer Networking A.S. Degree, you may be eligible for the following industry certifications:
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security
- Cisco Certified Network Entry Technician (CCENT)
- Microsoft Technology Associate Windows Server Administration Fundamentals
COMPLETE YOUR EDUCATION at spc
At SCP, the following certificates are part of and transfer to our Computer Networking Associate in Science Degree.
The A.S. degree transfers to SPC's Technology Development and Management B.A.S. Degree.
Sharpen your computer networking skills
We also offer short-term technology training through our Workforce Institute.
CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY
SPC offers training through our Cisco Networking Academy.