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Bachelor of Science in Computer Networking
128 Semester Hours
This degree prepares students to design, manage, and maintain computer networking systems,
including LAN, WAN, and enterprise networks, and for a career in network administration or analysis,
network design, system consulting, or system analysis. Taught by Computer Networking professionals,
courses cover computer hardware, software, architecture, and networking subjects, and offer a comprehensive
understanding of computer networks, from conceptual framework through the technical complexities of
hardware and software.
| CORE COURSES (45 semester hours) |
| Oral and Written Communication (3) |
| English Composition (3) |
| Literature/Humanities (6) |
| Global Issues (6) |
| Social Sciences (6) |
| Mathematics (3) |
| Natural Sciences (3) |
| Philosophy (6) |
| Religious Studies (6) |
| FOUNDATIONAL COURSES (27 semester hours) |
| CS208 |
Computer Science Fundamentals |
| CS361 |
Control Structures |
| CS362 |
Data Structures |
| CS372 |
Advanced Programming and Algorithms* |
| CN300 |
Fundamentals of Computer Networks |
| CN310 |
Local Area Networks |
| CN315 |
Wide Area Networks |
| CN320 |
Network Architectures |
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MT270 Introduction to Statistics or
MT320 Introduction to Discrete Mathematics |
| MAJOR COURSES (33 semester hours) |
| CS418 |
Ethics for the Information Technology Professional |
| CS425 |
Systems Analysis and Design |
| CS430 |
Operating Systems |
| CS440 |
Computer Organization and Architecture |
| CS493 |
Senior Capstone |
| ONE of the following specializations is required (12 semester hours): |
| Advanced Networking Specialization |
| E-security Specialization |
| ELECTIVES (23 semester hours) |
| Choose elective courses from any discipline area. Subject to advisor approval. |
| Total hours required to complete a Regis degree |
| 128 semester hours |
