Nov 23, 2024  
2024-2025 College Catalog 
    
2024-2025 College Catalog

IT Security, A.S.


Program Codes: 3840, 3841, or 3842

The Associate of Science in IT Security degree offers students a broad spectrum of cyber-security knowledge to prepare individuals for demanding positions in public and private sectors overseeing, operating, or protecting critical computer systems, information, networks, infrastructures, and communications networks. The courses align with industry security certifications, arduous academic standards, and relevant technical knowledge and skills. Students who successfully complete this Associate in Science degree are exposed to the competencies included in the following industry certifications: CompTIA’s A+, Network+, Security+, Project+, PenTest+, Cisco CCT (Cisco Certified Technician), and CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate).

General Education Requirements


Communication (3 Credit Hours)


Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)


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Humanities (3 Credit Hours)


Choose one from the following:

Social Sciences (3 Credit Hours)


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Total General Education Hours: 15


Professional Core Requirements


Total Professional Core Hours: 36


Select One Concentrations


Concentration in Healthcare Security Hours: 9


Program Code: 3841

Concentration in Infrastructure Hours: 9


Program Code: 3840

Concentration in Risk Management Hours: 9


Program Code: 3842

Total Program Hours: 60


Notes

  1. An overall grade point average of 2.5 or higher is required for all students seeking an A.S. degree in this program.
  2. All requirements must be passed with a minimum grade of C.
  3. Typing proficiency is recommended for this program.