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2022-2023 Academic Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Network & Cyber Security Technology, A.A.S.


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Anthony D’Angelo, Program Coordinator/Instructor

Computer Network Technology is a two-year program that offers training in data communications, network administration, and client/server systems. An Associate of Applied Science degree is earned upon successful completion of the Network & Cyber Security Technology Program.

Progression: To meet graduation requirements for this program, students must successfully complete the specified courses listed below with a “C” average (GPA of 2.00) or better. A grade of “C” or higher is required in each IST and MAT course to progress in the program.

Candidates for graduation must also obtain both the A+ Certification and Security+ Certification.

Minimum admission requirements (in addition to general requirements):

 

Attain a 15 composite score on the ACT;

Or

Score a 230 or higher on the ACCUPLACER Reading Section and a 230 or higher on the Algebra Section;

Or

Earn a “B” or above in Intermediate ENG 0124 - Intermediate English and Reading  and a “B” or above in MAT 0123 - Beginning Algebra ;

Or

Complete 15 semester hours of program general education coursework with a “C” average or above at an accredited college or university. Developmental coursework does not satisfy this requirement.

To be considered full-time, students in the Network & Cyber Security Technology Program must be enrolled in 15 or more semester credit hours at MCC.

The following courses should be taken in sequence. The program coordinator must approve any change.

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Course of Study:


Network & Cyber Security Technology Associate of Applied Science/64 hours


Certificate



Network & Cyber Security Technology, Career Certificate


Anthony D’Angelo Program Coordinator/Instructor

This program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in professional and business offices. All courses can be transferred into the two-year Network & Cyber Security Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree Program. A certificate will be awarded upon completion of the program.

Courses should be taken in sequence as outlined. Any deviation from this program must have prior approval of the program coordinator.

Candidates for graduation must also obtain an A+ Certification.

Progression: To meet graduation requirements for this program, students must successfully complete the specified courses listed below with a “C” average (GPA of 2.00) or better. A grade of “C” or higher is required in each course to progress in the program.

The following courses are listed in sequence. Any change must be approved by the program coordinator.

Minimum admission requirements (in addition to general admission requirements):

 

Attain a 15 composite score on the ACT;

Or

Score a 230 or higher on the ACCUPLACER Reading Section and a 230 or higher on the Algebra Section;

Or

Earn a “C” or above in ENG 1113 - English Composition I  and SPT 1113 - Public Speaking ;

Or

Complete 15 semester hours of general education coursework with an average of “C” or above at an accredited college or university. Developmental coursework does not satisfy this requirement;

To be considered full-time, students in the Network & Cyber Security Technology Program must be enrolled in 15 or more semester credit hours at MCC.


Network & Cyber Security Technology, Technical Certificate


Anthony D’Angelo, Program Coordinator/Instructor

This program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in professional and business offices. All courses can be transferred into the two-year Network & Cyber Security Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree Program. A certificate will be awarded upon completion of the program.

Courses should be taken in sequence as outlined. Any deviation from this program must have prior approval of the program coordinator.

Candidates for graduation must also obtain an A+ and Security+ Certification.

Progression: To meet graduation requirements for this program, students must successfully complete the specified courses listed below with a “C” average (GPA of 2.00) or better. A grade of “C” or higher is required in each course to progress in the program.

Minimum admission requirements (in addition to general admission requirements):

Attain a 15 composite score on the ACT;

Or

Score a 230 or higher on the ACCUPLACER Reading Section and a 230 or higher on the Algebra Section;

Or

Earn a “B” or above in ENG 0124 - Intermediate English and Reading  and a “B” or above in MAT 0123 - Beginning Algebra ;

Or

Complete 15 semester hours of program general education coursework with a “C” average or above at an accredited college or university. Developmental coursework does not satisfy this requirement.

To be considered full-time, students in the Network & Cyber Security Technology Program must be enrolled in 15 or more semester credit hours at MCC.

Please see the Network & Cyber Security Technology instructor for the list of courses required to complete this certification option.

Course of Study:


Network & Cyber Security Technology Technical Certificate/45 hours


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