Microsoft Networking (CEC)

Major code:  5407
Business, Engineering, and Information Technologies Division 
Computer Science and Information Systems Department

The catalog in force is assigned to students based on the academic year they first applied to the college, and changes only when students change their major or request the change in writing.  Refer to Policy No. 3357:15-13-28.

2026-27 Catalog
Effective Summer 2026

Some courses listed within the program may require a prerequisite or co-requisite.
Pre/Co-requisites will be listed within each course hyperlink below.
Refer to Policy No. 3357:15-13-04 and 3357:15-13-05

CSE122Programming Logic and Problem Solving3
NET120PC Upgrading and Maintenance3
NET118Network Basics3
or NET121 Introduction to Computer Networking
NET131Microsoft Client Operating System3
NET244Microsoft Networking I3
NET245Microsoft Networking II3
NET246Microsoft Networking III3
Total Hours21

Advising Notes

Academic Advising

Students should make an appointment to see their advisor before registering for classes each semester. They should have prepared a completed registration form, including courses they wish to take, prior to this meeting.

Plan of Study Grid
First Summer SemesterHours
CSE122 Programming Logic and Problem Solving 3
NET120 PC Upgrading and Maintenance 3
NET118
or NET121
 Network Basics
or Introduction to Computer Networking
 3
 Hours9
Second Semester
NET244 Microsoft Networking I 3
NET131 Microsoft Client Operating System 3
 Hours6
Third Semester
NET245 Microsoft Networking II 3
NET246 Microsoft Networking III 3
 Hours6
 Total Hours21

The classes in this certificate also apply toward the completion of a Computer Network Administration & Security Technology Degree (5400).

Program Learning Outcomes

This program is designed to prepare students to demonstrate the following learning outcomes:

  • Gain proficiency in Microsoft networking technologies, including Windows Server, Active Directory, and Azure networking services.

  • Configure and manage local and wide area networks using Microsoft tools, including implementing DNS, DHCP, and VPN solutions.

  • Develop troubleshooting methodologies to diagnose and resolve networking issues efficiently, using various tools and techniques available in the Microsoft ecosystem.