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IT Security Specialist
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Why choose IT Security Specialist?
- Prepare for an entry-level position in the large and growing world of cybersecurity.
- A great career choice for creative thinkers and problem solvers who are self-motivated and work well with others.
- Capable IT security specialists are often able to advance to positions of greater responsibility.
All organizations today experience ongoing and evolving threats to data security. More than ever they rely on skilled IT security specialists to protect the information in their computer networks and cloud-based systems as well as ensure safe transmission of data to and from external entities.
Program Locations
Stevens Point Campus
1001 Centerpoint Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54481
Wisconsin Rapids Campus
500 32nd Street North
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin 54494
Stevens Point Campus - Available 100%
Wisconsin Rapids Campus - Available 90%
Length of Program: Two years
Credits: 60-61
Start Dates: Fall and Spring
Start at any time or location by taking general education courses.
What You'll Learn
Graduates of this program understand the security measures needed to safeguard an organization’s electronic files and computer networking infrastructure. Students will be involved in planning, implementing, and monitoring information technology security systems.
Through hands-on projects, you will learn ethical hacking techniques in order to fully understand network vulnerabilities. You will also learn effective ways to implement intrusion detection systems to mitigate security risks. Includes demonstration of the use of computer forensics to help track down and stop potential information security breaches.
Estimated Entire Program Cost
Cost based on the 2019/2020 academic calendar year.
- Tuition & Fees: $9,286.97
- Books: $1,469.49
- Supplies, Uniforms, and/or Exams: $35.00
- Total Estimated Cost: $10,791.46
Financial Aid Eligibility
This program is eligible for full Financial Aid.
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10154102 | Hardware Essentials | 3.00 | |
| 10150110 | Networking I | 3.00 | |
|
10801136 | English Composition I | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10801195 | Written Communication | 3.00 |
| 10152101 | Intro to Programming | 3.00 | |
| 10151105 | Linux | 3.00 | |
| (15 Credits) |
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10150111 | Networking II | 3.00 | |
| 10150165 | Network Server Scripting | 3.00 | |
| 10150120 | Server Administration-Beginning | 3.00 | |
|
10801198 | Speech | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10801196 | Oral/Interpersonal Communication | 3.00 |
| 10151110 | Information Security 1 | 3.00 | |
| (15 Credits) |
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10809166 | Intro to Ethics: Theory & Application | 3.00 | |
| 10150112 | Networking III | 3.00 | |
| 10151111 | Information Security 2 | 3.00 | |
|
10804107 | College Mathematics | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10804118 | Intermediate Algebra with Applications | 4.00 |
| 10809103 | Think Critically & Creatively | 3.00 | |
| (15-16 Credits) |
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
10809198 | Intro to Psychology | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10809188 | Developmental Psychology | 3.00 |
| 10151141 | IT-Security Internship | 3.00 | |
| 10151112 | Information Security 3 | 3.00 | |
| 10151160 | Ethical Hacking | 3.00 | |
| 10151161 | IT Security Capstone | 3.00 | |
| (15 Credits) |
| (60-61 Credits) |
Instructors
CASEY TRADER, AAS, BS
Casey earned his bachelor’s degree in information communication technologies from University of Wisconsin-Stout and is a Cisco Certified Network Associate. He has over 10 years of experience in IT with an emphasis on networking and systems design, from carrier grade to enterprise environments. Casey maintains his skills and industry connections as a member of the Central Wisconsin IT Alliance and by attending various security-related conferences. He is passionate about the open source community and enjoys contributing to it.
“I teach because I want to make a difference.”
Careers
- Computer Security Specialist
- Information Security Analyst
- Information Security Specialist
Take the Next Step
“I teach because I want to make a difference.”
CASEY TRADER
INSTRUCTOR
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