What’s Up With Networking? Dave Heldenbrand Networking Specialization Coordinator

Four Emphasis Choices in CS Degree  Computer Science (Programming)  Computer Engineering  Database (new)  Computer Networking  (Software Engineering is a separate degree)  All driven by industry needs

Two Networking Degrees  AAS CS - Emphasis in Computing and Networking Sciences  BS CS - Emphasis in Networking  Fairly easy “ upgrade ” from AAS to BS (if you are careful)  Stay in touch with your advisor

It’s a Comprehensive Program  Both Networking degrees have a practical hands-on component, so you show up ready for work on day one  They also have a strong networking theory component, so you know how things work (and why they fail)  The BS is an ABET-accredited CS degree, so you can market yourself as a computer scientist, network application developer or a networking engineer

How is Networking Different From the Other CNS Emphases?  Somewhat different skill set  More “ system level ” problem solving  Possibly less advanced programming

Cool! So no nasty math and science – right?

Not so fast…  Math and science are critical in networking  In fact, physics is more important than in most other areas of CS  You can’t predict or measure network performance without using statistics  In the public sector (govn’t), they pay extra for these skills

With this combination, you develop a versatile mix of skills and knowledge, opening the door to…

…a variety of careers (just like on TV!)  Network Security Specialist  Network Application or System Software Developer  Network Engineer/Architect/ Consultant (after some work experience)  Corporate or ISP Network Administrator

Where do I sign?  If you’d choose your career focus based on one (admittedly very cool) slide show from a professor with an agenda and a family to feed, you ARE a fool!  Do your own research!

Who do I talk to?  For details on specific job requirements, salaries, etc. talk to folks out there doing that job!!  For overall info about the programs: Patti Miner & Fred Orchard  For details about specific courses: Dave Heldenbrand, Brian Durney, Kirk Love

Anything else to watch out for?

Beware the AAS “Critical Path”  Semester 1: CS 1400, (MATH 1050)  Semester 2: CS 1410 & 2810, MATH 1060  Semester 3: CS 2300, 2420, 2600 & Electives  Semester 4: CS 3060, 3520, 3690 & Electives

For the BS Degree, Get Math and Science Prereqs. Going ASAP  CNS 1400 requires MAT 0990 (Introductory Algebra)  CNS 2300 requires MAT 1050 (College Algebra)  CNS 2600 recommends MAT 1210 (Calc I) & PHYS 2210  PHYS 2210 requires MATH 1210 as pre- or co-requisite

Key Prereqs. for the Networking Emph.

For more information… (or a second opinion) Contacts Contacts Dave Heldenbrand: Kirk Love: Brian Durney: Patti Miner: Fred Orchard:

For more information… (or a second opinion) This slide show: Networking Specialization 08.ppt at ftp://cseftp.uvsc.edu/cns/heldenda/Misc/ Finding industry mentors – read Mentors.doc at same URL Networking job market propaganda, salaries, etc.: