information technology - information security certificate
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Program Number: 97-150-2
School Year: 2018-2019
Certificate
Campus: Fond du Lac
FLEx Degree
Program Description
The Information Technology - Information Security Certificate addresses today’s needs in security policy development, implementation techniques, intrusion detection and prevention, vulnerabilities, encryption, authentication, compromised networks, and tools to address these topics. Students develop skills to recognize, prevent and respond to network attacks; identify intrusion methods; and use security tools.
Approximate Costs
- $134.20 per credit (resident)
- $201.30 per credit (out-of-state resident)
- Online students are not charged out-of-state fees.
- Please refer to the MPTC Student Handbook for additional enrollment fee information.
Career Opportunities
- Internet Security Specialist
- Computer Network Security Specialist
Admission Process
- Submit the college admission application.
- Submit the $30 one-time fee.
- Meet with Academic Advisor to discuss order of courses and prerequisites (strongly encouraged).
Please visit the Admissions page for general information.
Courses
| Number | Title | Crs |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| 150-191 | Principles of Information Security | 3 |
| 150-192 | Network Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| 150-193 | Network Attacks and Firewalls | 3 |
| 150-194 | Network Defense and Countermeasures | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |
Program Guide
For additional information on program curriculum, prerequisites and general education course options, please contact your advisor.
Transfer Opportunities
Check out the Credit Transfers page for more information.
Additional Information
*Enrollment may limit the campus availability or delivery of certain courses.
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