This certificate is designed to prepare students for a career in computer networks.
Students receive hands-on instruction on how to operate, install, configure, troubleshoot,
upgrade, and maintain computers and computer networks as well as basic network security.
Students will become fully prepared to take the A+ and Network+ certification.
The Certificate is granted to students who have completed the requisite units outlined
in the major requirements with at least 6 semester units of the required courses at
Glendale Community College. All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better,
or a “P” grade.
Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, prepares students to take the industry recognized
CompTIA exams to work an entry level IT networking position; administer a small, medium,
or large network infrastructure in an organizational setting; and administer servers,
clients, and other networkable equipment including operating systems.
Certificate Program Map
| REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE |
UNITS |
| CS/IS 190 |
Introduction to Computer Networks |
3 |
| CS/IS 194 |
Information Technology Essentials |
3 |
| CS/IS 196 |
Advanced Networking: Security |
3 |
| CS/IS 197 |
Advanced Networking: Server Operations |
3 |
| CHOOSE TWO OF THE FOLLOWING |
|
| CS/IS 172 |
Unix/Linux Operating System |
4 |
| CS/IS 174 |
Unix/Linux Administration |
4 |
| CS/IS 186 |
Workstation Security and Support |
3 |
| CS/IS 193 |
Introduction to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking |
3 |
| CS/IS 240 |
Cloud Computing Fundamentals |
3 |
| CS/IS 242 |
Cloud Computing - Security
|
3 |
| TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED |
18-20 |
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR
FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
| Spring 2026 |
GCC Catalog Addendum 2025-2026
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Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented
above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor
or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see
the catalog from that year.
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