Minor: Computer Networking
Enhance your resume and career opportunities with a Minor in Computer Networking from the Department of Informatics at Fort Hays State University. This minor provides degree seeking students in related fields a way to learn applied skills that would be valuable in fields as far ranging as Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, and Technology Studies.
This minor may include courses needed to prepare one to sit for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification depending on your choice of electives.
Our program provides extensive networking expertise and depth. We offer small class sizes and access to faculty. Our laboratory and computing environment is supported by leading companies such as Cisco and VMWare. Regardless of where your skills are at when you enter, you'll leave with valuable skills and a competitive resume.
The Computer Networking and Telecommunications minor is offered both on campus and online. Some electives are offered only on campus or online.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| INF 291 | Internetworking I | 3 |
| INF 292 | Internetworking II | 3 |
| INF 680 | Network Architecture and Data Communications I | 3 |
| INF 681 | Network Architecture and Data Communications II | 3 |
| Directed Electives | 9 | |
| Select at least nine credit hours from the following: | ||
| Internetworking III | ||
| Linux in Networking | ||
| Foundations of Information Systems Security | ||
| Fundamentals of Network Security | ||
| Advanced Routing | ||
| Total Hours | 21 | |