Network Security—Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree

Reliable and secure technology is one of the most important assets in today’s modern workforce. Organizations of all kinds work with sensitive data such as personally identifiable information, health, and education records, or credit card information that needs to be actively protected against ever-evolving cyber threats. These factors are just some of the many elements contributing to the growing need for employers to hire dependable, skilled IT professionals.

MCC's Network Security AAS prepares students to pursue a variety of IT networking positions. You’ll review networking protocols, security concepts, and develop key skills in service setup and maintenance, workstations, hardware, and ethics. The program also incorporates preparatory work for professional certification tests from CompTIA, Cisco, and Microsoft.

 

Contact (815) 455-8732 with specific questions about this program.

(in-district) Total Amount: $9,478

Credit Hours to Complete: 60

Weeks to Complete: 64


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Sample Semester 1 16 Credit Hours

    COURSE LIST Course Ids: CDM-120#3 hrs,NET-125#3 hrs,NET-110#3 hrs,ENG-151#3 hrs,SPE-151#3 hrs,MCC-101#1 hr

Sample Semester 2 15 Credit Hours

    COURSE LIST Course Ids: NET-145#3 hrs,NET-151#3 hrs,NET-152#3 hrs,Select a General Education course#3 hrs,Select a Math or Physical or Life Sciences Course#3 hrs

Sample Semester 3 15 Credit Hours

    COURSE LIST Course Ids: NET-170#3 hrs,NET-171#3 hrs,NET-183#3 hrs,NET-185#3 hrs,PSY-151 | SOC-151#3 hrs

Sample Semester 4 15 Credit Hours

    COURSE LIST Course Ids: NET-172#3 hrs,NET-173#3 hrs,NET-251#3 hrs,NET-252#3 hrs,NET-270#3 hrs

Career Outlook

Related Programs

  • Cyber Security Certificate The Cyber Security Certificate provides computer security skills to apply in your current computer administrator position. All credits from your Cyber Security Certificate can be applied toward earning your Network Security AAS or Help Desk Technician AAS.
  • Networking Specialist Certificate Networking Specialist Certificate is designed to learn basic skills and knowledge necessary enter the workforce as an entry-level networking specialist technician.
  • Help Desk Technician—Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree Your Help Desk Technician AAS prepares you for entry-level positions in the computer field, including PC repair, networking, and help desk positions.
  • Geek Technology Certificate The Geek Technology Certificate prepares you for a position at computer troubleshooting/repair shops like Best Buy’s Geek Squad™.
  • Help Desk Certificate The Help Desk Certificate prepares you for an entry-level position at a company's help desk where you'll perform question/problem diagnosis and guide users through step-by-step solutions in a call center environment.
  • PC Support Specialist Certificate PC Support Certificate is designed to teach basic skills and knowledge necessary enter the workforce as an entry-level PC support technician.

What you need to know about getting your Network Security AAS (CIP 11.0901)

Total Network Security AAS Costs
Cost in-district out-of-district out-of-state international
Tuition $6,690 $21,646 $28,348 $28,348
Additional Costs $2,788 $2,788 $2,788 $2,788
Program Total $9,478 $24,434 $31,136 $31,136

What makes MCC's Network Security AAS program better than or distinct from similar programs at other institutions?

  • One unique aspect of the Network Security program is that it incorporates preparatory work for professional certification tests from Comp TIA and Microsoft.
  • All credits from your Cyber Security Certificate can be applied toward your Network Security AAS degree.

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Semesters to complete assumes students are taking a full-time credit load of 12 credits per semester (the minimum required for federal financial aid).

Proportion of students completing in normal time is the percentage of completers who earned the credential within the specified time of their first enrollment at the College.

Students attending part-time or changing their program of study are two common reasons why they may not complete in "normal" time.

Tuition and fees are set by the Board of Trustees. Prices for books and supplies are subject to change.

See additional information about international student costs.