Turn Ideas into Code, and Code into Careers
Do you want to know how software works, create your own apps, or design, test, and debug programs that solve real-world problems? San Jacinto College’s Computer Information Technology (CIT) program prepares students to do just that.
The CIT program offers hands-on training in programming, information systems, and IT support, building the technical and problem-solving skills needed for today’s technology-driven workplace. Students design, write, test, and refine programs in multiple programming languages, working both independently and in teams.
Graduates are prepared for transfer into bachelor’s programs in computer science or information systems, as well as for immediate employment in software and IT roles.
Career Opportunities and Income
Visit sanjac.edu for information regarding career opportunities and potential earnings in the Greater Houston region.
Learning & Career Pathway
The learning pathway for this career track has a series of related and “stacked” certificates and degrees. You may start at any point on the pathway and earn the certificates on your way to completing the degree.
- CIT, Network Administration Cisco Specialty, Certificate of Technology (1 year)
- CIT, Information Technology Specialist, Associate of Applied Science (2 years)
Learning Outcomes and Career Skills
A student completing the last award in the pathway will be able to:
- Describe the major characteristics of a cloud computing environment including the roles and boundaries between a cloud provider and cloud consumer.
- Define cloud security threats and vulnerabilities and describe cloud security mechanisms.
- Define and distinguish between cloud infrastructure mechanisms such as virtual servers, storage, usage, and monitoring.
- Install, configure, troubleshoot, and utilize Linux systems.
- Design and administer a database.
External Learning Experiences
Students in San Jacinto College programs with external learning experiences (e.g., clinicals, practicums, externships, cooperatives) must meet the immunization requirements of the host sites. These requirements are set by the facilities, not the College. Failure to comply may limit a student’s ability to complete the program or delay graduation. San Jacinto College does not process exemptions; students must address any exemption requests directly with the host site.
Locations
College Admission
San Jacinto College is an open admission institution. All students are welcome to apply and will be admitted to the College. You may begin the process on the College’s “How to Apply” webpage.
Program Admission
There are no additional admission requirements for the CIT, Network Administration Cisco Specialty program; you only need to complete your application to the College, as noted in “College Admission” above, and follow the enrollment steps.
Plan of Study
4IT-NW-C
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| First Term | Credits | |
| ITSC 1325 | Personal Computer Hardware | 3 |
| ITSC 1305 | Introduction to PC Operating Systems | 3 |
| ITSC 1309 | Integrated Software Applications I | 3 |
| ITCC 1314 or ITNW 1325 | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks or Fundamentals of Networking Technologies | 3 |
| ITSE 1329 | Programming Logic and Design | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Term | ||
| ITSY 1342 | Information Technology Security | 3 |
| ITNW 1309 | Fundamentals of Cloud Computing | 3 |
| ITNW 1313 | Computer Virtualization | 3 |
| ITSE 1359 | Introduction to Scripting Languages | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Second Year | ||
| First Term | ||
| ITCC 1344 | CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials | 3 |
| Select one of the following | 3 | |
| Practicum (or Field Experience) - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | ||
| Network Defense and Countermeasures | ||
| Firewalls and Network Security | ||
| IT Project Management | ||
| Credits | 6 | |
| Second Term | ||
| ITCC 2320 | CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation | 3 |
| ITCC 2341 | CCNA Security | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 39 | |
Capstone Experience: ITCC 2341 CCNA Security