Networking Systems, Associate of Science

Computer Science, Mathematics and Science

The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies
Queens Campus

Overview

Networking and Telecommunications at St. John's University is a professional curriculum built upon a liberal arts core leading to the Bachelor of Science degree. The Networking and Telecommunications major, offered to both day and evening students, is designed to provide both a comprehensive education leading to such initial careers as telecommunications analyst, systems analyst, network manager and first-line supervisor and a solid preparation for further academic and professional study in networking, computer science and decision sciences. An option is available to enable students to earn the Bachelor of Science in Networking and Telecommunications with a minor in business.

Networking and Telecommunications
Career opportunities are booming for network security analysts, computer crime investigators, network administrators and network planning analysts.

Networking and Telecommunications (Business Option)
Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the technological and administrative issues that shape the growing networking and telecommunications industry.

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Admission

For more information about admission to this and other acclaimed undergraduate programs at St. John’s University, please visit Undergraduate Admission online. Or contact us directly at the campus of your choice:

Admission Office - Queens Campus
718-990-2000
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Admission Office - Staten Island campus
718-390-4500
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Courses

Core Requirements			39 credits
ACC	1007	Fundamentals of Accounting I	3
ACC	1008	Fundamentals of Accounting II	3
DNY	1000C	Discover New York	3
ENG	1000C	English Composition	3
ENG	1100C	Literature in Global Context	3
HIS	1000C	Emergence of a Global Society	3
MTH	1007	College Algebra and Trignometry	3
MTH	1008*	Matrix Methods	3
MTH	1021*	Introduction to Statistics	3
PHI	1000C	Philosophy of the Human Person	3
PHI	3000C	Metaphysics	3
SCI	1000C	Scientific Inquiry	3
THE	1000C	Perspectives on Christianity- A Catholic Approac	3
Major Area Requirements			18 credits
CUS	1115	Computer Programing Fundamentals I	3
CUS	1116	Computer Programing Fundamentals II	3
CSS	1005	Fundamentals of Cyber Security	3
NET	1001	Data Communications	3
NET	1011	Networking Fundamentals	3
NET	1015	Routers and Router Concepts	3
General Elective

3 credits selected under the guidance of
an advisor

* Qualified students may elect to substitute MTH 1009 and/or MTH 1013.

Students completing the A.S. degree in networking may continue for another two years to complete the B.S. degree in networking with the business option.

Additional Information

All St. John's students benefit from the University's many outstanding facilities and resources. Computer laboratories contain sophisticated PC and Mac workstations with a full range of the latest academic software packages.

High-tech classrooms and lecture halls feature sophisticated multimedia equipment. Lounges and quiet study areas enhance the research experience in our 1.7 million-volume University Library. The 127,000-square-foot D’Angelo Center, the new University and Student Center, features high-tech classrooms, lecture halls, a Starbucks Café, full service food court as well as lounges and study areas.

Students take advantage of St. John’s location in dynamic New York City. Our faculty and Career Center have strong ties to employers and other professional and educational resources throughout the New York area. Students make New York their classroom through innovative courses like Discover New York.

Career Outcomes

The Bachelor of Science degree program in Networking and Telecommunications in the Collins College of Professional Studies supports the goals of St. John’s University, and is thereby committed to academic excellence and the pursuit of wisdom—which flows from free inquiry, religious values and human experience. The program mission is to prepare undergraduates for productive careers in industry, academia, and government by providing an outstanding environment for teaching and learning, both theory and applications, in the fields of telecommunications and networking. Students who complete this program will be ready to enter the workforce as qualified telecommunications and networking professionals, and will be able to continue to build upon their knowledge and skills throughout their careers.