About Computer Networking and Information Technology

The Computer Networking and Information Technology Program provides you with a solid foundation of skills, knowledge and hands-on experience with the core areas of computer networking and information technology.

For more information, please email [email protected] or call 415-452-5323.

The topics covered in this major include computer hardware, computer network administration, network security and the basics of and Internet and web development. The options offered are:

Explore Potential Careers

Studying Computer Networking and Information Technology can lead to a variety of different jobs or career paths. Below are just some of the many options you will have!

  • Network Administration
  • Computer Technical Support
  • Front End Web Developer
  • Security Specialist
  • IoT Designer
  • Cloud Engineer

Program Options 

Click on the degree or certificate you're interested in earning to see a sample map of courses to take to complete your goal from start to finish. 

Please note that the course maps provided are just an example to help you get started.

You can also explore the different degrees and certificates offered by CNIT at the CNIT Catalog Listing and if you have any doubts on how to personalize a plan for you, you should talk to a counselor or to the CNIT Department Chair.

View Requirements in College Catalog

Semester 1

Course NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotes
CNIT 103Computer Hardware3 
CNIT 131Internet Basics and Beginning HTML3 
ENGL 1A + ASUniversity-Parallel Reading and Composition + Support4-6 
CCSF Area DSocial and Behavioral Sciences3 

Total Units: 13-15 

Semester 2

Course NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotes
CNIT 106 or 201CMajor Requirement Elective3 
CCSF Math RequirementSee Counselor3-5 
CCSF Area EHumanities3Recommended: MAKR 100
CCSF Area HEthnic Studies, Women’s and Gender Studies, or LGBTQ Studies3 
CCSF Area FUnited States History & Government3 

Total Units: 15-17 

Semester 3

Course NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotes
CNIT 120Network Security or Operating Systems Technologies3 
CCSF Area CNatural Sciences3-4 
CCSF Area DSocial and Behavioral Sciences3 
CCSF Area G1Health Knowledge2 
CCSF Area G2Physical Skills1 
Major Requirement Elective (Series 1,2,3,4,5 or 6)See Counselor3 
Degree ApplicableSee Counselor1 

Total Units: 16-17

Semester 4

Course NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotes
Major Requirement Elective (Continue Series Selected Previously)See Counselor3 
Major Requirement Elective (Continue Series Selected Previously)See Counselor3-4 
Degree ApplicableSee Counselor3 
Degree ApplicableSee Counselor3 
Degree ApplicableSee Counselor4 

Total Units: 16-17

Transfer Options

The program coursework you complete at City College will satisfy lower-division requirements for related majors at several colleges and universities.

Have questions about transfer? Visit the Transfer Center for help, transfer information, and/or to speak with college representatives.