IT Security (Network Data Security) (2170)

Associate in Science or Associate in Applied Science

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 Program

This is a limited access degree program. 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. CET 2759, CCNA Certification or consent of instructor is required to enroll.

Prerequisites

CET 2759, CCNA Certification or consent of instructor.

Career Opportunities, Rapid Placement

FCCJ is the regional resource for employers in every type of technology. Our partnerships with Cisco Systems, Dell, IBM, Microsoft, Oracle and Sun Microsystems provide career connections. An FCCJ intranet site posts jobs targeting our students. Graduates are regularly employed by CSX, JEA, Blue Cross Blue Shield, the City of Jacksonville, Medtronic, Mayo Clinic and other regional employers including the government and military.

Annual Salaries

Around $62,000.

Cost

Estimated cost of tuition is $4,183 (tuition rated for Florida residents, as of 7/07). Contact the program manager about additional costs (textbooks, fees and materials).

Curriculum

Course Number and Title		Credits
General Education
	*Mathematics	3
	*Social and Behavioral Sciences	3
ENC 1101	English Composition I	3
	*Communications Category B	3
	*Humanities	3
	Credit Hours	15

Required 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 (minimum 9 credit hours)
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./A.A.S. degree General Education Requirements.

Note

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.

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