Network and Security Administration
- AAS - Career Program
- Department of Information and Computer Technologies
YOU CAN MAKE THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY JOB MARKET YOUR DOMAIN
In today’s global marketplace, employers are integrating a wide range of sophisticated technologies to stay competitive. If you like analytics, problem-solving and IT innovation, then take a closer look at the new information and network technology associate degree program at Monroe Community College.
This program could lead to excellent opportunities for employment and upward mobility. As a graduate, you’ll be ready for many entry-level IT careers including:
- Cybersecurity specialist
- Network technician
- Database administrator
In the Finger Lakes region alone, a growing number of companies look for IT professionals with advanced networking skills. You could start your career with employers like these:
- Ellucian
- Dox Electronics
- Frontier
- Xerox
- Paychex
- MetLife
- Exelis
- TEK Systems
Specialize in Cybersecurity, Networking or Cloud Computing with our new IT Degree
If you want to begin your technical career after two years of study, the information and network technology A.A.S. degree program at MCC could be right for you.
You may also earn course credit based on prior learning. Learn how to test out of courses and earn credit with CLEP.
This program provides you with a core foundation in information technology, plus a choice of specializations:
- Cybersecurity
- Computer networking
- Cloud computing
You’ll focus on applying information technology across multiple domains, as you develop key professional skills such as:
- Critical thinking
- Creative problem solving
- Communication
- Teamwork
You’ll also gain significant practical experience applying classroom theory to project-based lab environments that will prepare you well for the workforce.
Your job title could be:
- Computer network support specialist
- Computer systems analyst
- Cybersecurity specialist
- Computer and information systems manager
- Cloud computing technician
- Information security analyst
To find out more about the Information and Network Technology A.A.S. from Monroe Community College, contact the admissions office at admissions@monroecc.edu or (585) 292-2200.
NETWORK AND SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
A.A.S. Degree - Career Program
Department:Information and Computer Technologies
School(s): Applied Sciences & Technologies
MCC Program Code: IN01
Description
This program emphasizes computer security and information assurance concepts based on current industry-standard methodologies. Included topics: identifying system vulnerabilities and threats, prevention at the hardware, software, and human layers, detection, response, and management aspects of security.
The program prepares entry-level computer technicians with cybersecurity expertise.
This program helps the student prepare for a variety of industry certifications, including:
EC-Council's Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification
Computing Technology Industry Association’s (CompTIA) Security+ certification
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and CyberOps (CBOPS) certifications
Program Learning Outcomes
1.Apply critical thinking skills to design, develop, implement, analyze, operate, maintain, and protect complex information systems.
2.Use information technology components to design, configure, and deploy secured information systems.
3.Utilize networking and advanced security concepts and frameworks in the design, development, implementation, analysis, operation, maintenance, and protection of sophisticated information transfer systems.
4.Implement security measures related to the processing and transfer of information using industry recognized methodologies
5.Utilize secured computing concepts and frameworks in the design, implementation, analysis, operation, maintenance, and protection of traditional or cloud-based computing solutions.
Employment Potential
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Requirements for Program Entrance
MTH 150 ready with a grade of C or higher or MCC Level 6 Mathematics Placement
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Distribution Requirements | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| FIRST SEMESTER |  |
| ENG 101 College Composition OR ENG 200 Advanced Composition | 3 |
| MTH 152 Survey of Mathematics for Technicians OR ANY 4 CREDIT SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION MATH ELECTIVE (SUNY-MATH) | 4 |
| CPT 115 Introduction to Networks (grade of C or higher required) | 3 |
| CPT 120 Introduction to Cybersecurity | 4 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND SOCIAL JUSTICE (SUNY DVRS) ELECTIVE | 3 |
First Semester Total: | 17 |
| SECOND SEMESTER | |
| CPT 101 Introduction to Computing | 4 |
| CPT 106 Managing Windows End Devices (grade of C or higher required) | 3 |
| CPT 215 Routing Fundamentals | 3 |
| SCR 211 Computer Security I | 3 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION WORLD HISTORY AND GLOBAL AWARENESS (SUNY-WHGA) ELECTIVE | 3 |
Second Semester Total: | 16 |
| THIRD SEMESTER | |
| CPT 206 Network Defense Fundamentals | 2 |
| CPT 219 Enterprise Networking | 4 |
| CPT 220 Applied Computer Security Concepts | 4 |
| PHL 105 Technology and Values | 3 |
| SUNY GENERAL EDUCATION - NATURAL SCIENCES and Scientific Reasoning (SUNY-NSCI) ELECTIVE | 4 |
Third Semester Total: | 17 |
| FOURTH SEMESTER | |
| CPT 225 Network Perimeter Security | 4 |
| CPT 251 Network and Security Administration Capstone | 2 |
| SCR 213 Digital Forensics Fundamentals | 2 |
| SCR 222 Enterprise Security (Cisco CyberOps) | 3 |
| SCR 230 Cloud Security | 2 |
Fourth Semester Total: | 13 |
TOTAL CREDITS: | 63 |
Revised: 7/5/2024