Network & Cyber Security Degree
Associate in Applied Sciences (AAS) - Specialization in Network & Cyber Security
TCC’s Network & Cyber Security program prepares students for careers in database administration, network administration and technical support with a focus on cyber security. Cyber security is essential to protecting our economy, businesses, government and private information.
The program includes technical core courses providing hands-on knowledge and skills in systems, data, networking and security concepts; and non-technical core courses related to business, project and team communication skills.
Advanced course work includes training in database management, Windows and Linux servers, networking, routing, security, and virtualization. This program also provides the foundation for many industry certifications through Microsoft, COMPTIA, CISCO, and Dell/EMC.
The program offers certificate pathways leading to the Associate in Applied Sciences (AAS) degree. Networking & Cyber-Security AAS Degree Planning Sheet
All program coursework must be completed with ‘C’ grades or higher to qualify for any certificates or degrees. The AAS degree prepares students to transition successfully into TCC's IT Bachelor's Program and select Bachelor’s degree programs at Washington State 4-year universities.
Degree Pathway
Transfer Options
Our AAS degree is designed for seamless progression into our BAS IT Degree. However, if you so choose you do have the option to transfer to other institutions. There are currently several options to transfer to a Bachelors degree program with local colleges upon completion of the Networking and Cyber Security Associate in Applied Sciences.
University/College | Degree Program | Transfer Requirements |
Western Governors University | BS in Information Technology | NCS AAS degree, no additional courses required |
Seattle Pacific University | BS or BA in Professional Studies | MATH 107 or above and 65 credits of approved transfer courses in addition to completing the NCS AAS degree |
Central Washington University - Des Moines | BAS in Information Technology and Administrative Management | MATH 107 or above and 65 credits of approved transfer courses in addition to completing the NCS AAS degree |
Highline College | BAS in Cybersecurity and Forensics | MATH 107 or above in addition to completing the NCS AAS degree |
Green River College | BAS in Information Technology | MATH 107 or above in addition to completing the NCS AAS degree |
Bellevue College | BAS in Information Systems & Technology | MATH 107 or above in addition to completing the NCS AAS degree |
Evergreen State College | BS in Computer Science | MATH 142 or above and 65 credits of approved transfer courses in addition to completing the NCS AAS degree |
University of Washington Tacoma | BS in Information Technology | NCS courses are not accepted for transfer. You must complete the TCC AS in Computer Science to transfer. |
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