Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Counselor Name:_______________________ Catalog: 2025-2026 San Joaquin Delta College Catalog Program: Computer Network Technician Certificate of Achievement

Computer Network Technician Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion of the Computer Network Technician Certificate program, the student demonstrates the knowledge required to function as an entry-level computer network technician. The student will attain the necessary skills to design and implement Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs) as well as Network Automation, wire infrastructure as per industry standards, select and implement appropriate protocols, configure network devices such as routers and switches, as well as manage, maintain and troubleshoot networks. The program prepares the students for industry certifications such as CCNA as well as for entry-level positions as network technicians, network administrators, network system installers, network system sales/marketing, or independent network services contractors.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate the knowledge required to function as an entry-level computer networking technician; design and implement Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs).
  2. Wire infrastructure as per industry standards; select and implement appropriate protocols; configure network devices such as routers and switches; and manage, maintain and troubleshoot networks.

Core Requirements

Complete 20.5 units

Course NameUnits:Term TakenGradeGen Ed
CNT 30A Introduction to Computer Networks Units: 4
CNT 30B Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Units: 4
CNT 30C Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation Units: 4
CNT 30D Enterprise Networking Units: 4
CNT 30E Network Hardware Application Units: 2
ELECT 14C IT Essentials (A+) Units: 2.5

Minimum Units Required: 20.5

Complete all courses with a grade of “C” or better.

Related Program

Computer Network Technician, AS 

For more information:

Contact the Technical Careers and Trades Transfer and Career Pathway (TrAC) 

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