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Computer Networks and Security

Entry: Fall, Spring Terms
Length: 7 terms (21 months)
Degree: Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)

Computer Networks and Security emphasizes the installation, operation, security, and maintenance of computer systems and networks used in business and industry. Our labs are equipped with modern computer equipment and networks.

A laptop computer is required in your second term. Laptop computer requirements are available online or from the department office at (641) 683-5215.

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Course Schedule

Catalog
Number
Course Name Credits
Term I
ATR266 Automation Programming 2
CSC110 Introduction to Computers 3
NET615 Social Engineering 2
Math electives 2
Communications electives 3
Total 12
Term II
ELT424 Digital Telecommunications 2
NET111 Microcomputer Lab Fundamentals 4
NET122 Computer Hardware Basics 3
NET610 Security Fundamentals 2
SPC101 Fundamentals of Oral Communication OR SPC112 Public Speaking 3
Total 14
Term III
NET141 Introduction to Networking 2
NET451 Unix/Linux 2
NET780 Microcomputer Utilities 3
Humanities electives 3
Science electives 2
Total 12
Term IV
NET151 Intermediate Networking 4
NET319 Microsoft Server 3
Fine Arts electives 2
Social Science electives 3
Total 12
Term V
NET153 Advanced Networking 4
NET343 Windows Directory Services 3
NET611 Network Security 2
NET684 TCP/IP for Networking 4
Total 13
Term VI
ADM221 Career Development Skills 2
NET347 Windows Directory Scripting 2
NET454 Advanced Unix/Linux 2
NET622 Network Security Applications 3
Total 9
Term VII
NET513 Novell Network Administration 4
NET635 Ethical Hacking 3
NET685 Advanced TCP/IP for Networking 4
NET845 Security Field Projects 2
Total 13

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