{"id":2998,"date":"2024-06-26T20:43:44","date_gmt":"2024-06-26T20:43:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/erstaging.site\/wp\/college-of-westchester\/?post_type=programs&#038;p=2998"},"modified":"2024-09-18T17:19:58","modified_gmt":"2024-09-18T17:19:58","slug":"school-of-information-technology-computer-network-administration","status":"publish","type":"programs","link":"https:\/\/erstaging.site\/wp\/college-of-westchester\/programs\/school-of-information-technology-computer-network-administration\/","title":{"rendered":"Computer Network Administration (AAS)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Get the Skills to Become a Computer Network Administration Professional<\/h1>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7095\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7095\" style=\"width: 815px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7095 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/erstaging.site\/wp\/college-of-westchester\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_250695137.jpeg\" alt=\"Computer Network Administration professionals in an IT server room.\" width=\"815\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/erstaging.site\/wp\/college-of-westchester\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_250695137.jpeg 815w, https:\/\/erstaging.site\/wp\/college-of-westchester\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_250695137-300x131.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/erstaging.site\/wp\/college-of-westchester\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AdobeStock_250695137-768x335.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 815px) 100vw, 815px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7095\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">As a Network Administration professional, you are responsible for the day-to-day operation of computer networks within an organization<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">2-Year<sup>*<\/sup> Computer Network Administration (AAS) Degree Program in White Plains, NY<\/h2>\n<p>Network Administration professionals are a key part of the IT workforce. Organizations of all kinds need Network Administration professionals to coordinate and connect their various software and computer systems.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re an analytical, detail-oriented person with an interest in technology, a career in Computer Network Administration could be a great fit.<\/p>\n\n<p>The best way to see if the College of Westchester is the right fit for you is to attend an online or in-person information session. You&#8217;ll get a true feel for what it\u2019s like to be a part of the CW community. <a href=\"https:\/\/erstaging.site\/wp\/college-of-westchester\/book-tour\/\"><strong>Schedule an information session now<\/strong><\/a> or <a title=\"Open Modal\" href=\"#\" data-reveal-id=\"get-info-modal\"><strong>Get more info<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Becoming a Network Administration Professional<\/h3>\n<p>The Computer Network Administration program provides students with career-focused education to pursue positions in today\u2019s technical world. Students study administration, design, support and maintenance of local area and wide area networks through lecture and using Microsoft Windows operating systems and Cisco IOS. The program includes additional non-technical courses to enhance the student\u2019s career opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>Strong connections in the IT Community and with the <a href=\"https:\/\/erstaging.site\/wp\/college-of-westchester\/college-advisory-council\/\" rel=\"noopener\">CW College IT Advisory Council<\/a> are essential to the success of our programs. In response to the needs of the community and society, CW promotes excellence in the field of information technologies and therefore is a source among Computer Networking Colleges for its talented IT professionals.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/erstaging.site\/wp\/college-of-westchester\/cw-cybersecurity-center\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CYBERSECURITY CENTER @ CW \u00bb<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \"Get Info\" Button and Modal --><button id=\"get-info-mce9y8zsg4\" class=\"get-info-btn button large \" data-reveal-id=\"get-info-modal\">Get Program Details Now!<\/button>\n<h3>Program Learning Objectives<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Demonstrate hardware and software competencies through planning and building personal computers.<\/li>\n<li>Develop, test, and debug programs using relevant programming and scripting languages.<\/li>\n<li>Install, configure, manage, monitor, and secure local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) including various network devices to meet logical and physical business design goals.<\/li>\n<li>Define the concepts and perform necessary tasks to ensure confidentiality, availability, and integrity of network resources as they relate to information security.<\/li>\n<li>Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills by analyzing and evaluating user, application, host, and network environments to novel situations in network administration for various business environments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"vaa-body \" >\n    <h3 class=\"headline\">\n        Is a Career in Computer Network Administration Right for You?        <span class=\"sub-text\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/cr-cw.virtualadviser.com\/?lead_src=w-body&amp;heading2=Take%20the%20CW%20%E2%80%9CComputer%20Network%20Administration%20Career%20Training%20Readiness%20Quiz%E2%80%9D&amp;sectionwrapper-bg=snLRzNLQj2V2F29CIJbh?lead_src=w-body&_autoSubmit=1\" title=\"The College of Westchester Virtual Adviser\" referrerpolicy=\"unsafe-url\" target=\"_blank\">\n                Take the CW \u201cComputer Network Administration College and Career Readiness Quiz\u201d            <\/a>\n        <\/span>\n    <\/h3>\n    <p>\n        This fun, online quiz takes 3-minutes to complete and you\u2019ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style plus the training and positions you\u2019re best suited for. <a href=\"https:\/\/cr-cw.virtualadviser.com\/?lead_src=w-body&amp;heading2=Take%20the%20CW%20%E2%80%9CComputer%20Network%20Administration%20Career%20Training%20Readiness%20Quiz%E2%80%9D&amp;sectionwrapper-bg=snLRzNLQj2V2F29CIJbh?lead_src=w-body&_autoSubmit=1\" title=\"The College of Westchester Virtual Adviser\" referrerpolicy=\"unsafe-url\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Get Your Online College and Career Readiness Score Now &gt;&gt;        <\/a>\n    <\/p>\n<\/div>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_tabs title_tag=&#8221;h3&#8243; active_section=&#8221;1&#8243; title=&#8221;Computer Network Administration Courses&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Major-Related Courses&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1726075534467-fc1e8435-e9e2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<div class=\"custom-accordion-table-section\">\r\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\r\n<table class=\"expandable-table\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Course No.<\/th>\r\n<th>Course Title<\/th>\r\n<th>Semester Credits<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<!-- Course NET111 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-net111\">\r\n\t<td><strong>NET111<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>PC Technology (A+) \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-net111\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and troubleshooting skills needed to provide capable hardware support of personal computers. Students will identify proper procedures for installing and configuring system components and devices; diagnose and troubleshoot system problems; identify safety procedures; identify motherboards, types of memory, bus architectures and CMOS; define the print process and identify procedures for servicing printers; identify the components of portable systems; define networks. This course aligns to one of two CompTIA A+ exams.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> NET111\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course NET117 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-net117\">\r\n\t<td><strong>NET117<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Operating System Technologies (A+) \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-net117\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and troubleshooting skills needed to provide capable software support of personal computers. Students will learn the basic system administration knowledge of command line prompt and Windows operating systems for installing, configuring, upgrading, troubleshooting, and repairing desktop computer systems. This course aligns to one of two CompTIA A+ exams.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> NET111 or permission of Chair\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> NET117\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course NET125 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-net125\">\r\n\t<td><strong>NET125<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Cisco Networking Basics \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-net125\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course provides students with a basic understanding of the way networks operate. Student will learn about network components and their functions, as well as how a network is structured, and the architectures used to create networks, including the internet. Student will be able to build local area networks (LANs), configure basic settings on routers and switches, and implement internet protocol (IP). This is the first course of a three course Cisco Academy program that aligns to the CCNA certification exam.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> NET111 or permission of Chair\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> NET125\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course NET145 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-net145\">\r\n\t<td><strong>NET145<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Linux Administration \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-net145\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course presents an overview of various Linux operating systems used by information technology (IT) professionals. Students will install, configure, and troubleshoot the Linux operating system, both on-premises and cloud-based server environments. Security best practices, scripting, containerization, and automation will also be covered. This course aligns to the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> NET125 or permission to waive\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> NET145\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course NET151 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-net151\">\r\n\t<td><strong>NET151<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Windows Server Administration \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-net151\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course presents an overview of the Windows operating system used as a server in a client\/server network. Students will install, configure, and troubleshoot a Windows server; examine the file systems; plan, implement and administer Active Directory Services; administer print services; examine network protocols and services; monitor and optimize system resources.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> NET117 or permission of Chair\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> NET151\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course NET163 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-net163\">\r\n\t<td><strong>NET163<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Cisco Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-net163\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course is a continuation of the Cisco Academy Program.\r\nThis course advances one\u2019s knowledge of the operation of routers and switches in small-to-medium business networks and includes wireless local area networks (WLANs) and security concepts. Students learn key switching and routing concepts. They can perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN. This is the second of a three course Cisco Academy program that aligns to the CCNA certification exam.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> NET125\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> NET163\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course NET215 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-net215\">\r\n\t<td><strong>NET215<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Network Essentials (Network+) \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-net215\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course is designed to prepare students to become foundational-level IT network practitioners. Through scenario-based assignments, students will be presented with the opportunity to perform real world tasks in a simulated environment. Students will implement, configure, maintain, secure, and troubleshoot network architectures. This course is aligned to the TestOut Network Pro certification exam and the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> NET125\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> NET215\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course NET265 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-net265\">\r\n\t<td><strong>NET265<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Cisco Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-net265\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course describes the architectures and considerations related to designing, securing, operating, and troubleshooting enterprise networks. This course covers wide area network (WAN) technologies and quality of service (QoS) mechanisms used for secure remote access. ENSA also introduces software-defined networking, virtualization, and automation concepts that support the digitalization of networks. Students gain skills to configure and troubleshoot enterprise networks and learn to identify and protect against cybersecurity threats. They are introduced to network management tools and learn key concepts of software-defined networking, including controller-based architectures and how application programming interfaces (APIs) enable network automation. This is the third course of a three-course Cisco Academy program that aligns to the CCNA certification exam.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> NET163\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> NET265\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course NET283 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-net283\">\r\n\t<td><strong>NET283<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Network Security \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-net283\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course is designed to help students gain the skills and knowledge in general security concepts, communication security, infrastructure security, basics of cryptography and operational\/organizational security. This course is aligned to the CompTIA \u201cSecurity+\u201d certification exam.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> NET125 or permission of Chair\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> NET283\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course CIS110 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-cis110\">\r\n\t<td><strong>CIS110<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Programming Logic \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-cis110\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course introduces the art and science of planning and writing programs and enforces good style and logical thinking. Students will learn the guidelines to developing structured program logic and compose a set of instructions that directs a computers\u2019 behavior.\r\n<br><br>\r\n\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> CIS110\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course CIS233 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-cis233\">\r\n\t<td><strong>CIS233<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Database Applications (Access) \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-cis233\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">Investigation and application of advanced database concepts will be covered including database administration, database technology, and selection and acquisition of database management systems. Through the introduction of Microsoft Access, the students will complete an in-depth practicum in database applications, including database design, relational tables, queries, forms, and reports.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong> GEN115 or NET111 or DMD101 or permission of Chair\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> CIS233\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits:<\/strong> 3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> Network Administration<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Total Major-Related Credits<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td class=\"expandable-table-right-align\"><strong>33<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;General Education Courses&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1726075534477-4cea5cf4-eed6&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<div class=\"custom-accordion-table-section\">\r\n<div class=\"accordion-content\">\r\n<table class=\"expandable-table\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Course No.<\/th>\r\n<th>Course Title<\/th>\r\n<th>Semester Credits<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-gen105\">\r\n<td><strong>GEN105<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Transformative Learning \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-gen105\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course will introduce students to the value of change, personal growth, and transformation. Students will engage in activities designed to stimulate reflective thinking, create a positive personal outlook, and foster \u201cbehaviors of success.\u201d\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> GEN105\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits: <\/strong>3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> General Education<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course GEN125 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-gen125\">\r\n<td width=\"20%\"><strong>GEN125<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td width=\"60%\">English Composition I \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td width=\"20%\">3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-gen125\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">In this course, students develop their reading comprehension and written communication skills. Different styles of writing are examined as students develop writing proficiency through practice in planning, outlining, drafting, revising and editing. In addition to regular class meeting times, Day Division students are required to participate in a ten-week Writing Lab component which counts as ten percent of the grade for English Composition. For the Day Division,\r\nthe Writing Lab is graded as Pass or Fail.\r\n<br>\r\n<br>\r\n<strong>Note:<\/strong> Writing Lab is not required in the Evening division or for fully online programs.\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisite: <\/strong>Proficiency Examination and\/or ACE108.\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number: <\/strong>GEN125\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits: <\/strong>3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type: <\/strong>General Education\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course GEN127 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-gen127\">\r\n<td width=\"20%\"><strong>GEN127<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td width=\"60%\">English Composition II \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td width=\"20%\">3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-gen127\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course builds on skills developed in English Composition I by presenting additional writing styles and helping students further refine their writing skills. Research skills and MLA documentation are also introduced. In addition to regular class meeting times, Day Division students are required to participate in a ten-week Writing Lab component which counts as ten percent of the grade for English Composition. For the Day Division, the Writing Lab is graded as Pass or Fail.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<strong> Note: <\/strong>Writing Lab is not required in the Evening division or for fully online programs. <br>\r\n\t<strong>Prerequisite:<\/strong> GEN125 or permission to waive\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<strong>Number:<\/strong> GEN127\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits: <\/strong>3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> General Education<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course GEN129 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-gen129\">\r\n<td><strong>GEN129<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Essentials of Public Speaking \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-gen129\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">Communication skills require good speech habits. Therefore, this course covers organization of thoughts, voice control, diction and presentation of ideas to a variety of audiences. The art of listening is also studied. Emphasis will be placed on a series of oral presentations in order to acquire and reinforce these skills.\r\n<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> GEN129\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits: <\/strong>3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> General Education<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course GEN151 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-gen151\">\r\n<td><strong>GEN151<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>College Algebra \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-gen151\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">Topics include the fundamentals of algebra: the rules of numbers, equations, negative numbers and integers, fractions and rational numbers, exponents, inequalities, graphs, and linear equations. Emphasis will be placed on word problems and business applications.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisite:<\/strong> Proficiency exam and\/or ACE106 or permission to waive\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> GEN151\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits: <\/strong>3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> General Education<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course GEN157 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-gen157\">\r\n<td><strong>GEN157<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Statistics \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-gen157\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course offers an introduction to basic statistical theory and application. Topics to be discussed in detail include: sampling procedures; finding mean, median and mode; finding the variance and standard deviation; graphing histograms and bell curves. This course also illustrates how statistics are used in the business world as well as in the media and the benefits and drawbacks of statistical information.\r\n\t<br>\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Prerequisite:<\/strong> Proficiency exam and\/or ACE106 or permission to waive.\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Number:<\/strong> GEN157\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Credits: <\/strong>3.00\r\n\t<br>\r\n<strong>Type:<\/strong> General Education<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<!-- Course GEN250 -->\r\n<tr class=\"expandable-row\" data-target=\"details-gen250\">\r\n<td width=\"20%\"><strong>GEN250<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td width=\"60%\">Ethics and Professionalism \u00bb<\/td>\r\n<td width=\"20%\">3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr id=\"details-gen250\" class=\"course-details\">\r\n<td colspan=\"3\">This course will introduce the student to the moral principles and standards that guide behavior in today\u2019s complex society and business. The definition and application of moral philosophies are used to explore ethical decision-making using a case study approach. 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