Associate of Science in Information Technology - Network Security

Peirce College offers an Associate of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Network Security. This concentration will offer students an introduction to network security. Students will learn why systems need to be secure, how to secure them on a basic level, and what to do to maintain that security. Students will learn administrative level skills to provide authorized access to users, how to secure network operating systems, cryptographic controls, and wireless technologies.

This concentration builds the fundamentals needed to assist students in the preparation for the following industry standard certifications: CompTIA Network+ and Security+, Novell CNA, and Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) in Windows Client and Server. Course highlights of this AS is Information Technology include: Programming Concepts, Networking Fundamentals, Ethical Management of Information Technology and Operating System Security.

Students will complete a minimum of 61 credits to earn an associate degree. Generally, a student will complete 61 credits in 21 classes.