Cyber Security AAS Degree
Overview
The field of informational technology is now seeking Cyber Security professionals to work in an array of various information technology roles. Students that complete this degree will have the skills necessary to defend computer systems against, unauthorized use or entry into a network, exploitation of organizational or agency data, and other various cyber security related attacks that could cause harm to an organization or agency. Regardless if you are a new to the field of information technology or a current information technology professional looking to augment their skills or advance their career, our Cyber Security AAS program is an excellent opportunity to broaden your technology scope.
Students and information technology professional that enter into this program of study should be prepared to demonstrate excellent communication, reading, and math skills. Throughout the duration of the program, students and information technology professionals will experience coursework and projects that will test and develop their critical thinking, methods of decision-making, and how they evaluate and observe technology in organizations and agencies. Along with obtaining a degree after the completion of this program, preparation towards certification and internships will be offered.
The Cyber Security AAS program here at West Virginia Northern Community College is a total of 62 credit hours with 15 of the credit hours being Cyber Security courses. Therefore, if you are a current or returning student, from West Virginia Northern Community College or another institution, please contact the registrar to determine what courses you may currently have will transfer towards credit!
Career Opportunities
Cyber Security graduates at West Virginia Northern Community College will find themselves needed in both the public and private employment sectors. Some of the career paths Cyber Security graduates may experience, but are not limited to, are information technology specialists, systems administrators, system programmers, or network engineers.
First Year
Fall Semester:
CIT105Windows O/S, Administration and Troubleshooting3hrs
CIT101Intro to Cyber Security3hrs
CIT106Fundamentals of Hacking/IT Psychology & Security3hrs
CIT241Microsoft Network Administration3hrs
ENG101College Comp I3hrs
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15hrs
Spring Semester:
CIT184A+ Networking and Software3hrs
CIT220Unix/Linux3hrs
CIT245Network Security Fundamentals3hrs
CIT2XXEthical Protocols of Cyber Security3hrs
MATHCore Requirement3hrs
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15hrs
Second Year
Fall Semester:
CIT142Cisco I3hrs
CIT2XXIntro to Cloud Computing3hrs
CIT250IT Analysis and Design3hrs
PSYC155Human Relations3hrs
SPCH101Interpersonal Communications3hrs
Or
SPCH105Fundamentals of Speech
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16hrs
Spring Semester:
CIT2XXTactical Perimeter Defense in Network Security3hrs
CIT265Virtualization Concepts3hrs
CIT291CIT Practicum3hrs
CITRestricted Elective**3hrs
CITRestricted Elective***3hrs
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15hrs
Total Hours in Program – 61-62
**Choose from CIT 152, or any other CIT course
***Choose from BA 240, MATH 109, MGT 253, or any CIT course