This program will prepare students to enter the high-demand field of information technology networking and security. With the increase of viruses, spyware/adware and hacking incidents, companies need professionals skilled in protecting data and equipment from internal and external security threats. Students gain hands-on experience in Local Area Network and Wide Area Network technologies utilizing current hardware and software. Emphasis is on identifying and implementing appropriate security policies and procedures that meet the unique and dynamic needs of information systems in businesses of various types and sizes. Students will use system virtualization products supporting green technology. Because new information security threats continually stimulate demand for workers in this specialized field, job growth is expected to climb at a faster-than-average rate. The computer networking and security skills students acquire in this program help graduates obtain a rewarding career in this highly challenging field.

1. Design and maintain secure computer networks.
2. Recognize security breaches and implement countermeasures
3. Develop a disaster recovery plan
4. Demonstrate professional communication skills in relation to computer networking.
5. Demonstrate ethical skills in relation to computer security.
6. Evaluate current practices and recommend security measures.
7. Demonstrate need for policy in implementation of security.

The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, (800) 621-7440, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.