Associate of Science in Information Technology - Network Security Online Degree Information

	Associate of Science in Information Technology - Network Security
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Degree Title:	Associate of Science in Information Technology - Network Security
College:	Peirce College
Description:	Peirce College offers an Associate of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Network Security. This concentration will offer students an introduction to network security. Students will learn why systems need to be secure, how to secure them on a basic level, and what to do to maintain that security. Students will learn administrative level skills to provide authorized access to users, how to secure network operating systems, cryptographic controls, and wireless technologies. This concentration builds the fundamentals needed to assist students in the preparation for the following industry standard certifications: CompTIA Network+ and Security+, Novell CNA, and Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) in Windows Client and Server. Course highlights of this AS is Information Technology include: Programming Concepts, Networking Fundamentals, Ethical Management of Information Technology and Operating System Security. Students will complete a minimum of 61 credits to earn an associate degree. Generally, a student will complete 61 credits in 21 classes.

Accreditation:	Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Middle States Commission on Higher Education (?)
Delivery Format:	Online (?)
Educational Level:	Associate (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Students must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Address:
1420 Pine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, not-for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
Courses start each month. Most run for 7 weeks.

Credit-earning Options:
Students may earn up to 90 credits through any combination of transfer credits, credit by examination, work experience, and portfolio assessment. Standard examinations include AP, CLEP and DANTES.

Delivery Format: (?)
Online

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Baccalaureate College—General

Technical Requirements:
Internet access and a Windows-based PC is required. Students enrolled will get a fully licensed version of Microsoft Office and a discounted price on computers is available.

Geographic Restrictions:
US only

Scholarships Offered:
Peirce offers many merit-based and need-based scholarships.

Loans Offered:
Over 70% of Peirce students receive some kind of financial aid, including state and federal loans, grants, and other types of aid. Students must complete the FAFSA form.

Registration Details:
A College representative will contact students to walk them through the application process. Applicants must complete an application, submit the $50 application fee, and all transcripts in order to matriculate.