Network Administration and Security (A.O.S)

The Network Administration and Security program prepares students to troubleshoot computers, build networks,analyze, design, and implement upgrades on popular network operating systems. The program also helps prepare students for various certification exams in the computer field. Coursework includes installation, configuration,design and implementation in real world environments.

Graduates will be prepared to provide system administration support for network computer systems. They will also be able to develop, maintain, and secure local and wide area networks. Through hands-on training with Microsoft servers and Cisco routers and switches graduates will able to internetwork small to medium sized companies.

Network and Security Administrators earn great salaries connecting business computers together and securing them. According to the Bureau of Labor statistics' Occupational employment projections to 2018, Network Systems and Data Communication Analysts is the second fastest growing occupation in 2008 and the demand should be increased by 53.36% in 2018.

The Associate in Occupational Studies degree program in Network Administration and Security requires the successful completion of 61 credit hours for graduation.

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