Crichigno, J., & Lopez Hurtado, I. (2012, June), An Alternative Model for Computer Networks Education in Computing Disciplines  Paper presented at 2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, San Antonio, Texas. 10.18260/1-2--20909

\bibitem{asee_peer_20909}
  Crichigno, J., \& Lopez Hurtado, I. (2012, June), \emph{An Alternative Model for Computer Networks Education in Computing Disciplines}
  Paper presented at 2012 ASEE Annual Conference \& Exposition, San Antonio, Texas.
  10.18260/1-2--20909

Jorge Crichigno and Ivan Lopez Hurtado.  "An Alternative Model for Computer Networks Education in Computing Disciplines".  2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, San Antonio, Texas, 2012, June.  ASEE Conferences, 2012.  https://peer.asee.org/20909 Internet.  06 Dec, 2024

\bibitem{asee_peer_20909}
  Jorge Crichigno and Ivan Lopez Hurtado.
  "An Alternative Model for Computer Networks Education in Computing Disciplines".
  \emph{2012 ASEE Annual Conference \& Exposition, San Antonio, Texas, 2012, June}.
  ASEE Conferences, 2012.
  https://peer.asee.org/20909 Internet.  06 Dec, 2024

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AB  -                 An Innovative Model for Computer            Networks Education in Computing DisciplinesAbstractComputer Networks is an important area in the body of knowledge of multiple degreeprograms, such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science,Information Engineering, Software Engineering, and other programs. As one of thefastest growing disciplines, Computer Networks is experiencing a dramatic need ofprofessionals with solid foundations and practical hands-on experience.According to the Department of Labor, Network systems and data communicationanalysts occupies the second position on the fastest predicted growing occupationsamong more than 1,000 occupations in the U.S., for the years 2008-2018.The tremendous need for Computer Networks professionals has been reflected, to someextent, into the curricula of computing degrees, where Computer Networks topics havebeen included. For example, the curriculum guidelines for undergraduate degreeprograms in Information Engineering Technology of ACM and IEEE considernetworking as a pillar for any modern program. Despite these recent curricula guidelines,most computing disciplines still do not provide appropriate and attractive programs. Mostcolleges and universities only introduce the students to the computer network field attheir senior year. In fact, courses that expose students to actual Computer Networksenvironments are still mostly absent in an undergraduate curriculum. As a result, studentsare only exposed to computer networks in their graduating semesters, at a relativelyabstract level.In this paper, we present a hands-on intensive model for an Information Engineeringprogram that includes 4 computer network courses at different levels: freshmen,sophomore, junior, and senior. The model includes an innovative mix of industrial andacademic components that provide students with skills needed by both industry andacademia. The proposed model also targets retention, breaking up long-term goals (e.g.obtaining a bachelor degree) into milestones, where a milestone can be the completion ofthe 4 courses in the field of Computer Networks. By doing so, the model provides asafety net to students, who are able to acquire skills demanded by the job-market earlyduring their studies. Moreover, the program helps in avoiding high dropout rates duringearly semesters, where institutions have historically experienced higher dropout ratesbecause of lack in incentive for students and limited hands-on experience. The modeldemonstrates a perfect articulation with the 2008 ACM Guidelines for EngineeringInformation Technology, and enables students to achieve multiple program outcomesmentioned in the ABET criteria. Results of the implementation of the ComputerNetworks model in a minority serving institution (73% of Hispanics and 11% of NativeAmerican population) located in a rural area are shown.
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AU  - Ivan Lopez Hurtado
CY  - San Antonio, Texas
DA  - 2012/06/10
PB  - ASEE Conferences
TI  - An Alternative Model for Computer Networks Education in Computing Disciplines
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DO  - 10.18260/1-2--20909
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