Computer Networking and Electronics Technology: Network Maintenance and Digital Technologies
Certificate of Achievement Computer Networking & Electronics Technology · Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Award Type: Certificate of Achievement
The associate in science degree or certificate option offer students a comprehensive program in networking essentials, basic electronics and computer applications.
The graduate of the Certificate of Achievement in Computer Networking and Electronics Technology: Network Maintenance and Digital Technologies will:
- Demonstrate a fundamental mastery of knowledge and the use of electronic equipment in electrical, digital and analog circuits.
- Use computer simulation and design software to conduct, analyze and interpret electrical, digital and analog circuits.
- Make calculations involving various electrical laws, formulas and principles for predicting circuit parameters using algebra and trigonometry required for electronics.
- Use research strategies to acquire information pertinent to the solution of electronic circuits and systems.
- Write technical laboratory reports with conclusions.
- Demonstrate understanding of how computers communicate with each other and the methods employed to ensure that the communications is reliable.
- Modify operating parameters of infrastructure network devices to meet network requirements.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| A total of 24 units is required for the certificate. | ||
| Required core courses (18 units): | 18 | |
| CNET 105 | PC Preventive Maintenance and Upgrading | 3 |
| CNET 106 | Networking Essentials 1 | 3 |
| CNET 107 | Networking Essentials 2 | 3 |
| CNET 108 | Networking Essentials 3 | 4 |
| CNET 118 | Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Analysis | 3 |
| CNET 119 | Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Analysis Laboratory | 2 |
| Plus a minimum of 3 units selected from the following: | 3 | |
| BUS 101 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| CBIS 101 | Computer Concepts & Applications | 3 |
| CS 102 | Introduction to Computing with HTML | 3 |
| Select one from the following: | 2-3 | |
| CNET 125 | Digital Devices and Circuits | 3 |
| CNET 126 | Digital Devices and Circuits Lab | 2 |
| Plus a minimum of 3 units selected from the following: | 3 | |
| CS 111 | Fundamentals of Programming 1 | 4 |
| CNET 370 | SkillsUSA | 3 |
| Total | 24 | |