Emerging Technology: Wireless Optimization
This award is not eligible for Financial Aid
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Emerging Technology: Wireless Optimization focuses on wireless technologies and strategies for optimizing and managing high-performance networks. Including but not limited to cutting-edge topics, the role of technology integration in urban environments, and challenges of modern wireless communication systems.
This is a Fast Track Certificate, which can be completed in two semesters or less.
Details
Field of Interest
Computer and Information Technology
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Emerging Technology: Wireless Optimization (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5365N
Total credits required
6
Catalog Year
2025-2026
Effective Term
Summer 2026
Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Demonstrate an understanding of the latest wireless standards, including Wi-Fi 6, 5G, and LTE, and their applications in real-world scenarios.
- Evaluate installing, configuring, and managing CBRS networks, including compliance with Certified Professional Installer (CPI) standards.
- Examine the impact of digital transformation on business and public services, with a focus on technology adoption and integration.
- Apply advanced techniques for optimizing wireless networks, including Radio Frequency (RF) management and troubleshooting for high-performance systems.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of CBRS and its spectrum-sharing model, along with regulatory requirements for public and private networks.
- Explore the concept of smart cities and how technology integration improves urban infrastructures and services.
Career Statistics
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Computer User Support Specialists
$55,190
Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
$84,030
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
$87,900
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ITS111 | Wireless Technologies: Wi-Fi 6, 5G, and LTE | 1 | ||
| ITS112 | Smart Cities and Technology Integration | 1 | ||
| ITS113 | Introduction to Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) | 1 | ||
| ITS114 | CBRS Installation and Management | 1 | ||
| ITS115 | Introduction to Digital Transformation | 1 | ||
| ITS116 | Wireless Network Optimization | 1 |
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
This certificate is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award at https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=15993372.
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