Information Technology and Security, AAS

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The Information Technology and Security program deals with the application of computers, networks and security to business problems. The program provides in-depth study of the use of computer applications, systems design and analysis, and the application of the computer as a functional tool within an organization and techniques and tools that can be used to keep these assets safe. Upon completion of this program, students will

Configure, use, apply security and troubleshoot desktop and network operating systems;
Understand and apply network theory and security principles;
Use computer and network hardware and apply troubleshooting techniques;
Explain and use virtualization and cloud services; and
Display the professionalism necessary for working successfully in information technology.

Required Courses

Fall Semesters

BMGT 205C - Professional Business Communication Credit(s): 3 *
CAPP 156 - MS Excel Credit(s): 3
COMX 111C - Introduction to Public Speaking Credit(s): 3
CSCI 100 - Introduction to Programming Credit(s): 3
(2020/2022)¹
OR
CSCI 127 - Joy and Beauty of Data Credit(s): 4
ITS 164 - Networking Fundamentals Credit(s): 3
(2021/2023)²
ITS 210 - Network Operating System-Desktop Credit(s): 3
(2020/2022)¹
ITS 212 - Network Operating System-Server Admin Credit(s): 3
(2021/2023)²
ITS 218 - Network Security Credit(s): 3
ITS 280 - Computer Repair and Maintenance Credit(s): 3
(2020/2022)¹
M 094~ - Quantitative Reasoning Credit(s): 4 *
MART 231 - Interactive Web I Credit(s): 4

Spring Semesters

CSCI 240 - Databases and SQL Credit(s): 3
ITS 216 - Network Operating System-Directory Services Credit(s): 2 *
(2022/2024)³
ITS 221 - Project Management Credit(s): 3
ITS 224 - Introduction to Linux Credit(s): 3
(2021/2023)²
ITS 235 - IT Design Lab Credit(s): 2
ITS 258 - Routing and Switching Credit(s): 4 *
(2022/2024)³
ITS 271 - Securing Desktops/Mobile Devices Credit(s): 3 *
(2021/2023)²
ITS 273 - Securing Networks Credit(s): 3 *
(2022/2024)³
ITS 275 - Border/Perimeter Network Security Credit(s): 3 *
(2022/2024)³
ITS 277 - Software Assurance and File System Internals Credit(s): 3 *
(2021/2023)²
ITS 298 - Internship/Cooperative Education Credit(s): 3 *

Total Credits: 67-68

¹ Course offered in 2020 and 2022.

² Course offered in 2021 and 2023.

³ Course offered in 2022 and 2024.

*Indicates prerequisite and/or corequisite needed. Check course description.

Admission Guidelines

Students are expected to have fundamental knowledge of the computer. If not, students must take CAPP 131 .
Students should be aware that this program of study requires extensive analytical thinking.

Program Information

All required courses within this degree program must be taken for a letter grade. Only electives may be taken on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U) basis.
An internship is required for this program. Students must apply for internship placements the prior semester. For more information and application deadlines, contact Cathy Allard, Career Advisor, at (406) 756-3808 or callard@fvcc.edu.
After completion of the program, and with additional study, students will have the knowledge to sit for the following certification exams:
- A+ Certification
- Network+ Certification
- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) certification in Excel

Opportunities After Graduation

In the ever-growing Information Technology industry, graduates will have opportunities for employment as computer support specialists, helpdesk personnel, and systems analysts, providing end-user support, troubleshooting, and maintaining local area network systems. Graduates may work with large or small employers in IT departments in almost any industry.

Advising Information:

For more information about this program, contact the FVCC Student Support Center or the Faculty Advisor.

Student Support Center Advisor	Faculty Advisor
Jori Bullemer	Phil MacGregor, Ed.D.
LRC 129	BSS 104
(406) 756-3905	(406) 756-3865
jbullemer@fvcc.edu	pmacgreg@fvcc.edu