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FAQs
Are there any new courses planned for upcoming semesters?
Computer Forensics courses will be available through a consortium among Rockland, Orange, Sullivan and Ulster community college. Courses in Information Assurance are also planned. Check the online course schedule for a listing of CNE courses and/or e-mail Professor Nicole Hanaburgh nhanabur@sunyrockland.edu for more info.
Am I required to complete the entire Computer Networking degree or may I register for individual courses?
You are not required to take all of the courses if you are not pursuing a degree. Many students take individual courses to prepare for certification. However, the college has rules as to how many courses can be taken without being assessed in math and English. Financial Aid may also have additional rules. You are responsible for making sure that you comply with all college and financial aid requirements.
Which Computer Networking courses can help me prepare for certification exams?
| Certification Exam | Course |
|---|---|
| CompTIA® A+ | ELT249 Microcomputers |
| MCDST® Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician | CNE112 and CNE 116 |
| CompTIA® Security+ | CNE130 |
| Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows 2003 Network 70-290 | CNE215 Windows Server Administration |
| Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure | CNE225 Windows Network Support |
| CWNA® Certified Wireless Network Administrator | CNE220 |
| CCNA® Cisco Certified Networking Associate |
CNE106 and CNE107 |
| CompTIA® Network+ | CNE106 and CNE107 |
Where can I take the Certification Exams?
Certification exams are given by Thomson Prometric and Pearson VUE. Visit their websites to locate the nearest testing center.
How often are the Certification Exams given ?
Schedules vary by testing center. Most centers offer exams Monday - Friday.
Can I receive permission to bypass some prerequisites?
If you are not pursuing the Computer Networking degree, you can contact Nicole Hanaburgh or Jeanette Geller at (845)574-4249 for permission to bypass a prerequisite if you feel you have the equivalent knowledge. If you are pursuing the Computer Networking degree, you will have to either take the prerequisite courses at some point or test out of them in order to have sufficient credits to graduate.
If I already have an Associates or Bachelor's degree, can I use my liberal arts credits toward the Computer Networking degree?
If you have liberal arts credits (e.g. English, Math etc.) from another degree you may be able to use these credits toward the Computer Networking A.A.S. Send an official transcript to the Admissions office. They will evaluate your transfer credits.
What study aids can I use to prepare for the Certification Exams?
There are many companies that sell practice exams. Many also have demo exams available for downloading free of charge. Examples of such sites are Transcender, Boson and Cramsession. Most large bookstores sell a wide selection of study guides. Listing of these sites is for informational purposes only and does not imply endorsement of their products.