Networks and Telecommunications (BS)
The Networks and Telecommunications Program offers the most advanced courses in the field of data networks, telecommunications, shared computerized resource environments through corporate networks and administration of these systems based on Windows, Netware, Linux, IBM iSeries and Cisco, among others. Emphasis is on the integration of basic managerial concepts to fortify managerial knowledge. The Program is designed to prepare graduates to plan, design, install and administer networks that will support the functions of the company. It is also expected that graduates will be able to install and configure data network access servers, Internet, Intranet and Extranet electronic mail servers, database servers, storage servers and will be able to develop programming necessary for applications in Internet as well as solutions for radio networks, security technologies, management of voice and video networks, and design the distribution of wiring and optical fiber. Several of the courses offered provide the foundation that will permit graduates to continue their professional improvement and be certified in various professional certification programs. Major courses with the code NTEL must be passed with a minimum grade of C.
The Ponce Campus is authorized to offer this Program in campus and through online education.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements to the Bachelor of Science Program with major in Networks and Telecommunications are those that apply generally to the University’s Undergraduate Programs.
- A high school general grade point index of 2.00 or more.
- Students whose academic indices are from 2.00 to 2.99 will be required to have an interview for the admission to the Program.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Networks and Telecommunications
| General Education Requirements |
48 credits |
| Major Requirements |
73 credits |
| Elective Courses |
3 credits |
| Total |
124 credits |
General Education Requirements - 48 credits
Forty-eight (48) credits are required as explained in the section “General Education Requirements for Bachelors’ Degrees." Students of this Program will take GEMA 1200 in the Basic Skills in Mathematics category.
Major Requirements - 73 credits