IT Security (Network Data Security) (2170)
This is a limited access degree
program. Securing network data, communications and Internet transactions
is now one of the highest priorities in business and industry worldwide.
Designed for IT professionals and others who want to gain an understanding of
data and Internet security issues, technologies and administrative practices,
our Network Data Security degree program leads to a wealth of career opportunities
in network and e-commerce security.
In this lab-based, hands-on program, you
will utilize the latest security software and hardware. The program is taught
at the practical applications level for those who will design, install, manage
and troubleshoot security measures in data networks.
The student must have CET 2759, CCNA certification or consent of the instructor
to enroll. Students enrolling in this course should have a basic knowledge of
network systems as gathered from work experience, college work, or self-learning,
and an interest in exploring an exploding and dynamic field.
Estimated tuition is $4,000 (for Florida residents, as of 7/05). Contact program
manager about additional costs (textbooks, fees and materials).
| General Education Courses |
| |
*Mathematics |
3 |
| |
*Social and Behavioral Sciences |
3 |
| ENC 1101 |
English Composition I |
3 |
| |
*Communications Category B |
3 |
| |
*Humanities |
3 |
| |
Credit Hours |
15 |
| Professional Courses |
| CET 2626 |
Building Scalable Networks |
3 |
| CET 1520 |
Unix Fundamentals |
3 |
| CET 2752 |
Network Administration |
3 |
| CET 2687 |
Security+ |
3 |
| CET 2481 |
Designing and Building Wireless Networks |
3 |
| CET 2660 |
Managing Network Security |
3 |
| CET 2665 |
Advanced Firewall Administration |
3 |
| CET 2662 |
Techniques of Computer Hacking and Incident Handling |
3 |
| CET 2521 |
Unix Administration I |
3 |
| CET 2681 |
Intrusion Detection Systems and Auditing |
3 |
| CET 2627 |
Building Multilayer Switched Networks |
3 |
| CET 2796 |
Securing Windows |
3 |
| CET 1943 |
Internship |
3 |
| |
Credit Hours |
39 |
| Professional Electives |
| OST 1581 |
Professional Development |
3 |
| CET 2628 |
Building Remote Access Networks |
3 |
| CET 2629 |
Internet Troubleshooting Support |
3 |
| LIS 1002 |
Information Literacy |
1 |
| CET 1630 |
Fiber, Voice and Data Cabling |
3 |
| CET 2636 |
Home Integration |
3 |
| CET 2880 |
Data Forensics |
3 |
| CET 2623 |
Deploying Quality of Service |
3 |
| CET 2522 |
Unix Administration II |
3 |
| CET 2682 |
Voice over IP (VoIP) |
3 |
| CET 2675 |
IP Telephony |
3 |
| CET 1175 |
Technical Support |
3 |
| |
Credit Hours |
9 |
Total Credit Hours: 63
*Refer to A.S. degree General
Education Requirements.
You have two options in this program: the associate in science (A.S.) degree, which can prepare you for employment or transfer to a state university, and the associate in applied science (A.A.S.) degree, which is intended primarily for students who want immediate employment after graduation. If you choose the A.S. degree you must take MAC 1105, MGF 1106 or a higher level mathematics. The A.A.S. degree requires MAT 1033 or higher. Please see an advisor to determine the option that is best for you.
