Network Management Technology
- Mission Statment
The Network Technology and Business Multimedia Department is committed to providing the highest quality undergraduate programs while preparing students to assume roles in decision making, leadership, research, and service to community and business.
The department assists students in developing, communicating, and applying knowledge for the technical and professional world as well as gaining a desire for lifelong learning. - Student Learning Outcomes
- Certificates
At the end of their study at WSU, students completing the Cybersecurity Essentials Certificate of Proficiency will:
- Possess an ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution
- Possess an ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of network technology
- Possess an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences about technical information
- Possess and ability to make informed judgements in computing bases upon legal and ethical principles
- Possess an ability to function effectively on teams to establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, manage risk, and produce deliverables
Computer Science learning outcomes associated with the Cybersecurity Essentials Certificate of Proficiency:
- Apply knowledge of computing and mathematics
- Analyze problems, identify, and define requirements
- Design, implement, & evaluate computer-based systems
- Professional, ethical, security, and social behavior
- Analyze local and global impact of computing
Students completing the Network Technologies Certificate will:
- Possess an ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution
- Possess an ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based solution, to meet a given set of set of computing requirements in the context of network technology
- Possess an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences about technical information
- Possess an ability to make informed judgements in computing bases upon legal and ethical principles
- Possess an ability to function effectviely on teams to establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, manage risk, and
Computer Science learning outcomes associated with the Network Technologies Certificate:
- Apply knowledge of computing and mathematics
- Analyze problems, identify, and define requirements
- Design, implement, & evaluate computer-based systems
- Professional, ethical, security, and social behavior
- Analyze local and global impact of computing
- Engage in continuing professional development
- Use current techniques, skills, and tools
- Apply mathematics, algorithms, and computer theory
- Apply design and development principles
- Associate Degree
At the end of their study at WSU, students completing the Associate of Applied Science in Network Management Technology will:
- Possess an ability to analyze a problem, and to identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution
- Possess an ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of network technology
- Possess an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences about technical information
- Possess an ability to make informed judgements in computing bases upon legal and ethical principles
- Possess an ability to function effectively on teams to establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, manage risk, and produce deliverables
Computer Science learning outcomes associated with the AAS in Network Management Technology:
- Applying knowledge of computing and mathematics
- Analyze problems, identify, and define requirements
- Design, implement, & evaluate computer-based systems
- Professional, ethical, security, and social behavior
- Analyze local and global impact of computing
- Engage in continuing professional development
- Use current techniques, skills, and tools
- Apply mathematics, algorithms, and computer theory
Web and User Experience learning outcomes associated with the AAS in Network Management Technology:
- Technology Knowledge and Skills
- Implementation of Decision-Making and Problem-Solving Skills
- Knowledge of ethics and professionalism
- Produce industry-standard websites and multimedia projects
Professional Sales learning outcomes associated with the AAS in Network Management Technology:
- Supervision skills
- Interpersonal relationship Skills
- Planning and organization skills
Electronics Engineering Technology learning outcomes associated with the AAS in Network Management Technology:
- An ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools to analyze AC, DC, digital, and microprocessor based circuits
- An ability to conduct measurements using modern lab equipment and analyze and interpret experimental results in lab reports, using the results to make improvements
- An ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems with electronic circuits or electronic systems
- Bachelor Degree
At the end of their study at WSU, students completing the Bachelor of Science in Network Management Technology will:
- Possess an ability to analyze a problem, and to identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution
- Possess an ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of network technology
- Possess an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences about technical information
- Possess an ability to make informed judgements in computing bases upon legal and ethical principles
- Possess an ability to function effectively on teams to establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, manage risk, and produce deliverables
- Certificates
- Curriculum Grid
- Program and Contact Information
The Network Management Technology major is in the School of Computing in the College of Engineering Applied Science and Technology (EAST) at Weber State University (WSU). Students have the following degree options:
- Bachelor of Science in Network Management Technology, Associate of Applied Science in Network Management Technology, Minor in Network Management, Technology Certificate in Network Security Technologies, Technology Certificate in Network Technologies, Technology Certificate in Cybersecurity Essentials
- Students learn to maintain voice and data network systems. For voice systems, students design, install and manage phone systems, as well as practice programming switches for telephone applications in a lab situation. For data systems, students learn Linux, Microsoft, and Cisco; the Internet, and network security; install software and configure data systems to operate efficiently; explore cyber ethics and policies; and participate in an internship in a corporate network department.
- Graduates in this major may work in the network industry and includes working with a voice network, a data network, or a converged network. Jobs may focus on local area networks, fiber optics, switches, firewalls, router configuration protocols, microwave and satellite communications, online databases, telephone systems, voice technology, and network security.
Contact information:Andrew Drake
Phone: 801.395.3477
Email: andrewdrake@weber.edu - Assessment Plan
Student Outcome
Course
Assessment Instrument
Expected Level of Achievement
An ability to analyze a problem, and to identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution
NET 4760/90
Employer Evaluation Form (EEF) Q. 12-13
Satisfactory or above
NET 4740
Final Project, Written Report
Score of 80% or above
NET 4700
Midterm Exam
Score of 80% or above
An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the
context of network technology
NET 4760/90
EEF Q. 14-15
Satisfactory or above
NET 4740
Final Project, Implementation
Score of 80% or above
NET 4700
Midterm Exam
Score of 80% or above
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences about technical information
NET 4760/90
EEF Q. 10-11
Satisfactory or above
NET 4740
Final Project Written Report and Implementation
Score of 80% or above
NET 4700
Semester Project
Score of 80% or above
An ability to make informed
judgements in computing bases upon legal and ethical principles
NET 4760/90
EEF Q 15-16
Satisfactory or above
NET 4740
Reading Critiques
Score of 80% or above
An ability to function effectively on teams to establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, manage risk,
and produce deliverables
NET 4760/90
EEF Q. 17-22, 24-27
Satisfactory or above
NET 4740
Group Project
Score of 80% or above
NET 4700
Group Project Team Component
Score of 80% or above
5-year Course Assessment Schedule
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2415
2200
2300
2435
2415
3310
3710
3300
3550
3310
2210
3715
3720
3730
2210
4740
4700
4760/4790
4740
4700
4760/90
- Assessment Report Submissions
2021-22
2019-20 - Conducted Program Review
2017
2016
2015 - Program Review