Computing, Electronics, and Networking Technology (CENT)
View Computing, Electronics, and Networking Technology in the College Catalog [PDF]
Associate In Science (A.S.) Degree
The Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree in the Computing, Electronics, and Networking Technology program is a two-year course of study that prepares the student for entry-level employment in the field of Information Technology. Core classes are designed to give students a firm foundation in the basics of computers, networking and information systems.
Elective courses allow students to further specialize in a field of study. Students are required to participate in an internship or cooperative education experience before completing the program. Certain courses may also prepare the student to take the following Information Technology Industry Certification Exams: Computer Technician A+, Cisco Certified Network Associate, and Microsoft Certified Professional. The CENT program is a Cisco Authorized Regional Academy, ComptiaTraining Center, and a Microsoft Regional Academy.
AS Program Flowchart [PDF]
Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) in CENT
The Advanced Professional Certificate in CENT is designed to provide the student with advanced technical training in the field of Information Technology (IT) with a core emphasis on Information Assurance. This program also features training in the soft technical skills required to become an IT professional. The student will have the opportunity to pursue advanced industry certifications.
APC Program Flowchart [PDF]
Bachelors Degree Options
The Honolulu Community College CENT program has established an articulation leading to a Bachelor of Applied Science with the University of Hawai’i at West Oahu. There is also an articulation leading to a Bachelor of Arts in System Administration with Hawai’i Pacific University. Students who complete either the Associate of Science degree or the Advanced Professional Certificate in CENT may apply to transfer to these institutions to complete a baccalaureate degree in these programs. Students may also be concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Science program at UH West Oahu and the CENT A.S. or A.P.C. program at HCC. The CENT program counselor at HCC and the counselors at these institutions can provide more detailed information about courses specifically required or recommended for these programs.
Articulation Agreements for Bachelors Degrees
Program Mission
The Computing, Electronics, and Networking Technology program’s mission is to serve the community as a learning-centered, open door program that provides technical training to meet the demands of the information technology industry and the needs of the individual. The program is designed to provide the student with a mixture of knowledge and hands-on training with an emphasis on preparing students for entry-level employment in the information technology industry.
For more information, contact Aaron Tanaka (Department Chair) at aarontan@hcc.hawaii.edu or (808) 845-9109 or Rona Wong (Program Counselor) at ronawong@hcc.hawaii.edu or (808) 845-9228.