Computer Security & Network Technician

Computer Security & Network Technician

Associate of Applied Science Degree

120 Credits

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.

Admission Dates: summer, fall, winter, spring

Program Requirements

Academic Core Requirements - 20 Credits

See page 119 for a list of all applicable courses for each of the categories listed above.

Technical Electives - 10 credits

May be taken from CFOR, CISA, CSNT, ITAD, or MMDP areas and must be approved by faculty Adviser.

Computer Security & Network Technician

Network Support Technician

Certificate of Proficiency

60 Credits

The Network Support Tech certificate is designed to prepare technicians to work in a wide variety of computer-related industries and has a strong emphasis on Network+ Certification, Network Administration, and Network Security. Graduates find entry-level jobs as computer field service technicians, software technicians, computer operators, installers, troubleshooters, salespersons, help desk technicians and network technicians. This certificate meets part of the requirements for the Computer Security and Network Technology AAS degree track.

Computer Security & Network Technician program graduates will:

• be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in the IT field
• 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.

Admission Dates: fall, winter, spring

Program Requirements

Academic Core Requirements - 15 Credits

See page 119 for a list of all applicable courses for each of the categories listed above.

IT Support Technician

Certificate of Proficiency

60 Credits

The IT Support Tech certificate is designed to prepare technicians to work in a wide variety of computer-related industries and has a strong emphasis on A+ Certification and Networking. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level jobs such as computer field service technicians, software technicians, computer operators, installers, troubleshooters, salespersons, help desk technicians and network technicians. This certificate meets part of the requirements for the Computer Security and Network Technology AAS degree track.

Computer Security & Network Technician program graduates will:

• be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in the IT field
• 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.

Admission Dates: fall, winter spring

Program Requirements

Academic Core Requirements - 15 Credits

See page 119 for a list of all applicable courses for each of the categories listed above.

Computer Security & Network Technician

Linux Security & Networking

Certificate of Completion

19 Credits

This program is designed to prepare the student with additional skills in Open Source operating systems and technical support for server applications. 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 be trained in Linux, Apache Server, MySQL and Perl.

This certificate prepares students to successfully pass the CompTIA Linux+ exam.

Prerequisite: Completion of CSNT 127 Internet Fundamentals or instructor approval.

Program Requirements