This program is designed to prepare the student for a career in the area of microcomputer technical support. Technical support personnel may perform a wide variety of duties, such as service technicians, software technicians, network technicians, computer operators, installers, trouble shooters, salespersons, help desk technicians, and network administrators. Students will enhance their computer skills to assist in network design, security implementation and forensics investigations.
Computer Security & Network Technician program graduates will:
- be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in the IT field
- perform successfully as computer technicians, Network technicians, installers, troubleshooters, help desk support, and network administrators
- receive training and demonstrate learning in Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Global and Cultural Awareness, and Information and Technical Literacy skills
It is the student's responsibility to discuss sequencing and work out their individual schedule with a counselor or adviser. Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.
| Degrees and Certificates | Credits | Estimated Program Length* | Admission Dates |
| Computer Security & Network Technician AAS | 105 |
5 quarters | Fall, winter, spring, summer |
| IT Support Technician-Certificate of Proficiency | 60 |
3 quarters | Fall, winter, spring |
| Network Support Technician-Certificate of Proficiency |
60 |
3 quarters | Fall, winter, spring |
| Linux Security & Networking-Certificate of Completion | 19 |
2 quarters | Fall, winter, spring |
*Program length is estimated. See your counselor or adviser.
