Information Technology (IT) Security Associate in Science (ITSEC–AS)

This program covers a broad expanse of technological concepts and provides individuals with the skills required to implement effective and comprehensive information security controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and information systems.

Course work includes securing network technologies and operating systems, security management, and industry best practices.

Additionally, students will acquire the skills and hands-on experience with hardware and software that allow them to pursue various industry certifications.

Degree Requirements

General Education (15 hours)

ENC 1101C	English Composition I^***+	3 cc
PHI 2600	Ethics^***+	3 cc
CCJ 1020	Introduction to Criminal Justice***	3 cc
MAC 1105	College Algebra^***	3 cc
MAC 2233	Calculus with Business Applications I^*	3 cc

Foundation Courses (12 hours)

CGS 1061C	Introduction to Computers in Technology	3 cc
CTS 2149	Fundamentals of Project Management	3 cc
CIS 1350	Security Awareness	3 cc
COP 1510	Programming Concepts^	3 cc

Intermediate Courses (24 hours)

CET 1020C	Introduction to Networks^	3 cc
CET 1610C	Routing and Switching Essentials^	3 cc
CET 2025C	Scaling Networks	3 cc
CET 2026C	Connecting Networks^	3 cc
CET 2890C	Network Defense and Countermeasures^	3 cc
CTS 1390C	Install & Configure Windows Server 2012^	3 cc
CTS 1300C	Administering Microsoft Windows Workstation^	3 cc
CTS 2120C	Security +^	3 cc

Advanced Courses (12 hours)

CTS 2125C	Hardening the Network Infrastructure^	3 cc
CET 2614C	Cisco CCNA Security^	3 cc
CTS 2318	Information Security Management^	3 cc
CET 2934	CIT Professional Project^	3 cc

Total Credit Hours: 63