Computer Security & Network Technology

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 AAS graduates will:

• Be prepared to perform successfully as computer technicians, network technicians, installers, assemblers, troubleshooters, help desk tech support, and network administrators.
• Meet the skills standards of IT Tech Support and Performance Analysis.
• Utilize the tools for data system security and computer forensic evidence analysis.
• Prepare to succeed on the CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+ and similar certification exams.

Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.

Degrees and Certificates	Length of Program	Admission Dates
Computer Security & Network Technology AAS	120 credits 2 years	Fall, winter, spring, summer
Network Support Technician Certificate of Proficiency	60 credits 1 year	Fall, winter, spring, summer
IT Support Technician Certificate of Proficiency	60 credits 1 year	Fall, winter, spring, summer
Linux Security and Networking Certificate of Completion	19 credits	Fall, winter, spring, summer

Brochure

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