<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>Herzing University's Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Network Management program is designed to teach you to install and repair intricate computer network systems. The program aims to provide you with the skills you will require to combat network issues, such as computer viruses, corrupt files, bandwidth losses, cyber crimes, and bad connections. Your information technology studies are also designed to address the design and implementation of LANs (local area networks) and WANs (wide area networks) as well as network security systems. Through your coursework, you will also have opportunities to learn troubleshooting techniques and programming skills. This program is available on campus and online. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>You could benefit from this program if you enjoy working with computers as well as technical subject matter. Organizational and critical-thinking skills could prove helpful. Though requirements may vary, you should have earned a high school diploma or equivalent. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>You will be required to complete 122 semester credit hours in order to graduate from this program. You'll take 37 credits in general education courses, 41 credits in core courses, 39 credits in the concentration area electives and required courses, three credits in a capstone experience, and two credits of personal development courses. Required and elective courses are listed below. </p> <p><u>Required Core Courses in Information Technology</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>IS 103 </td><td> Programming Logic</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 112 </td><td> Computer Networks</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 121 </td><td> Introduction to the Internet</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 182 </td><td> Database Concepts and Applications I</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 185 </td><td> Computer Architecture and Troubleshooting I</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 191 </td><td> Linux Administration</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 282 </td><td> Network Security</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 284 <br /> <br />NT 215</td><td> Routers and Switches I <br /><b>OR</b><br />Routers and Switches</td></tr> <tr><td>IT 202 </td><td> Fundamentals of Human Computer Interaction</td></tr> <tr><td>IT 345 </td><td> Information Technology Project Management</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 180 </td><td> Network and Server Operating Systems</td></tr> </table><p><u>Required Courses in Technical Specialty Domain - Network Management</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>IS 286 <br /> <br />NT 230</td><td> Routers and Switches II <br /><b>OR</b><br />Building Scalable Internetworks</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 421 </td><td> Firewall Security</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 200 </td><td> Network Infrastructure Administration</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 210 </td><td> Directory Services Administration</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 325 </td><td> System Administration Scripting</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 341 </td><td> Mail Servers</td></tr> </table><p><u>Elective Courses in Technical Specialty Domain - Network Management</u> </p> <p>A minimum of 12 semester credit hours is required. </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>IS 170 </td><td> Visual Basic I</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 186 </td><td> Computer Architecture and Troubleshooting II</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 214 </td><td> SQL Server Administration</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 216 </td><td> Database Concepts and Applications II</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 239 </td><td> TCP / IP</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 289 </td><td> Applied Routers and Switches</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 292 </td><td> Linux Application Server</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 332 </td><td> Data Warehousing</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 345 </td><td> Business Systems Analysis</td></tr> <tr><td>IS 420 </td><td> Advanced Specialization</td></tr> <tr><td>IT 330 </td><td> Routing and Switching Security</td></tr> <tr><td>IT 365 </td><td> Network Infrastructure Hardening</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 305 </td><td> Virtualization</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 315 </td><td> Designing Network Security</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 320 </td><td> Wireless Networking Fundamentals</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 343 </td><td> Computer and Network Forensics</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 353 </td><td> Network Defense</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 360 </td><td> Supporting Enterprise Applications</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 370 </td><td> Web Server Installation and Administration</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 382 </td><td> Multilayer Switching</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 400 </td><td> Internetwork Troubleshooting</td></tr> <tr><td>NT 401 </td><td> Voice-Over IP</td></tr> </table><p><u>Elective Courses in Application Specialty Domain</u> </p> <p>A minimum of 3 semester credit hours is required in any of the following broad areas: </p> <ul><li>Accounting, business management, and human resources </li><li>Criminal justice and homeland security </li><li>Game development and graphic arts </li><li>Health information management and healthcare management </li></ul><p><u>Required Capstone or Internship</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>IS 495 </td><td> Internship</td></tr> <tr><td>IT 491 </td><td> Information Technology Capstone Project</td></tr> </table><p><u>Required Courses in General Education</u> </p> <p>Students who enroll in this undergraduate program must complete a minimum of 37 semester credit hours in general education courses such as social science, computer applications, and English composition. </p> <p><u>Personal and Professional Development Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>PD 121 </td><td> Professional Development I</td></tr> <tr><td>PD 202 </td><td> Professional Development II</td></tr> <tr><td>PD 214 </td><td> AS / AAS / BS Diploma Internship Preparation</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Once you complete this Herzing University degree program, you could pursue for a wide variety of entry-level positions. You could seek opportunities with technical consulting firms, businesses, telecommunications companies, technology-based corporations, educational institutions, or government agencies. For instance, you might pursue career opportunities such as: </p> <ul><li>Network Operator </li><li>System Specialist </li><li>Network Administrator </li><li>Security System Manager </li><li>Network System Engineer </li><li>Technical Support Specialist </li><li>Network Infrastructure Architect </li><li>Database Specialist </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>If your goals include pursuing administrative-level information technology positions, at some point you might consider going on to earn a graduate degree. A related master's degree program could include courses in analytics, information security, enterprise architecture, data mining, and data warehousing. To begin that process, you could research advanced education programs such as: </p> <ul><li>Master of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in: <ul><li>Network Management </li></ul></li><li>Master of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in: <ul><li>Project Management </li></ul></li><li>Master of Science in Technology Management</li></ul>