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Program Overview
Computer Information Technology - Network Administration and Cybersecurity Specialty Option
www.clcillinois.edu/programs/cit
Degree: Associate in Applied Science
Plan 22DC The Computer Information Technology degree is designed to provide knowledge and skills needed for employment in the field of computer technology. The degree provides three specialty options: Computer Forensics, Network Administration and Security, and Web Programming. All three specialty options share a common core of general education and introductory computer courses. Each specialty option has its own unique core of courses and electives. To complete an A.A.S., students are strongly encouraged to meet with an Academic Success Advisor to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements. Recommended Plan of StudyFirst Semester | | 15 Credits | CoURSE | Title | Hours |
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course ^ | College Success Seminar | [2] | course | Comprehensive Spreadsheets or | | course | Comprehensive Database | 3 | course | Introduction to Computers | 3 | course | Windows Operating Systems | 3 | course | Linux Operating System | 3 | course | CCNAI: Introduction to Networks | 3 | Second Semester | | 15 Credits | CoURSE | Title | Hours |
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course | English Composition I | 3 | course | Networking Automation | 3 | course | Windows Server Administration | 3 | course | Network Security Fundamentals | 3 | | Network Administration and Cybersecurity Elective (see list below) | 3 | Third Semester | | 16 Credits | CoURSE | Title | Hours |
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course | Programming in Python | 4 | course | Ethical Hacking | 3 | course | World Humanities of 20/21 Century or other Fine Arts elective | 3 | course | Hardening the Infrastructure | 3 | | Network Administration and Cybersecurity Elective (see list below) | 3 | Fourth Semester | | 15-17 Credits | CoURSE | Title | Hours |
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course | Business Mathematics or | | course | College Algebra or other higher level MTH Elective | 3-5 | course | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | course | Communication Skills or | | course | Fundamentals of Speech or | | course | Interviewing Practices | 3 | course | Advanced Windows Server Administration | 3 | | Network Administration and Cybersecurity elective (see list below) | 3 | Total Hours for A.A.S. Degree (Specialty Option: Network Administration and Cybersecurity ) | 61-63 | Network Administration and Cybersecurity Elective Options | | CoURSE | Title | Hours |
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course | PC Hardware Fundamentals | 3 | course | Introduction to SQL | 3 | course | Configuring and Supporting Windows Devices | 3 | course | CCNAII: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials | 3 | course | CCNAIII: Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation | 3 | course | Network Defense and Countermeasures | 3 | course | Cybersecurity Analyst | 3 | course | Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge | 3 | course | Microsoft 365 Identity and Services | 3 | course | Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security | 3 | course | Job Readiness Skills AND | 1 | course | Internship 1 | 0.5-3.0 |
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^ The credit for CLC 120, College Success Seminar, is an institutional requirement for graduation. It is not part of the program requirements but must be completed with a D or better.
For more information on recommended courses or program specific advising contact your Academic Success Advisor or the Business and Social Sciences Division at (847) 543-2047.