Bachelor of Science in Network Administration and Cybersecurity
The University of Fairfax offers the Bachelor of Science in network administration and cybersecurity program, you will learn the operational procedures and technologies to design, implement, administer, secure, and troubleshoot corporate networks. Furthermore, designed to combine the benefits of a traditional college education with hands-on training in state-of-the-art computer technology, the curriculum integrates technical skill with communication skills and superior general education knowledge. With this computer networking degree, you will learn how to install, maintain, and troubleshoot servers and network devices, including routers and switches to support both wired and wireless networks.
Program Objectives:
- Knowledge and understanding of current technical concepts and practices in the core Network and Cyber Security.
- Ability to design effective and usable IT-based solutions and integrate them into a user’s environment, both individually and as part of a team
- Ability to assist in the creation of an effective project plan.
- Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with clients, users, and peers, both orally and in writing.
- Independent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of computer hardware, software, networks, and security.
- Awareness of the legal and ethical issues that confront the field of computing.
- Knowledge of the rights and obligations of the practicing computing and Information Technology professional.
Bachelor of Science in Network Administration & Cybersecurity Required Courses
The BSNC degree program consists of 120 semester credits.
BUS1150: Information Systems for Business
BUS2250: Business Communication
CS1000: Security+
CS1050: Introduction to Relational Database Management Systems
CS2350: Spreadsheet Applications
CS2500: Systems Analysis & Design
CS3200 Cybersecurity Law & Ethics
CS3300: Project Management for IT Professionals
CS3500: Information Security Fundamentals
CS3750: Computer Forensics
CS4100: Risk Management
CS4250: Ethical Hacking
CS4350: Principles of Cryptography
IT1010: Implementing & Troubleshooting OS Technology
IT1030: Virtual Computing
IT1100: Network I
IT1110: Network II
IT2150: Client Configuration I
NET2050: Windows Server Administration
NET2270: Network Server Installation & Configuration
NET2280: Network Server Core Services
NET3000: Open Source
NET4000: Designing & Implementing a Server Infrastructure
NET4290: Network Server Advanced Services
PR2000: Introduction to Programming Logic
SD2350: Web Development
SD3210: Operating Systems
SD3250: Software Achitecture
NAC4990: Networking Capstone Seminar
General Education Courses: See catalog for full details
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