Associate's degree

Associate of Arts with a concentration in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate

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2 years

Approximate Program Length

60

Total Credits

$398

Cost per Credit

Online

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Gain a solid foundation in cybersecurity, encryption and network backup strategies with courses designed to prepare you to sit for certifications from CompTIA and EC-Council. Our Associate of Arts in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate can help you prepare for your IT career with courses in three key areas: information systems fundamentals, information security, and networking.

Understand the basics of systems security, including access controls, networking and malicious code activity
Use security and encryption methods
Manage and assess risks
Develop a Windows® server configuration

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Courses

1

Course at a time

5

Weeks per course

8

Courses per year

Program Details

Requirements

You’ll need 60 credits to complete this Associate of Arts in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate.

6 Core Courses

Here’s where you’ll pick up the bulk of your program-specific knowledge. By the time you finish these courses, you should have the confidence and skills to succeed in an IT environment.

14 General Education Courses

These courses lay the foundation for all our degree programs. Because communication, math and writing skills aren’t just universally applicable in IT — they’re useful in daily life.

3 Elective Courses

Elective courses allow you to learn about topics you’re interested in, whether they’re related to your degree or not. That means you’ll have a degree that’s unique to you and your education goals.

3 Elective Courses

Elective courses allow you to learn about topics you’re interested in, whether they’re related to your degree or not. That means you’ll have a degree that’s unique to you and your education goals.

Core Courses:

CIS/207T: Information Systems Fundamentals
CMGT/245: IS Security Concepts
NTC/260: Foundations of Cloud Services
POS/221: Windows® Server Configurations
CYB/110: Foundations of Security
CYB/120: Computer Network Defense, Part 1

General Education Courses:

GEN/201: Foundations for University Success
PSY/110: Psychology of Learning
ENG/110: English Composition I
HUM/115: Critical Thinking in Everyday Life
FP/100T: Everyday Economics and Finances
ENG/210: English Composition II
SOC/110: Teamwork, Collaboration, and Conflict Resolution
SCI/220T: Human Nutrition
CIS/211: Office Software Support Fundamentals
CIS/291: PC and Device Fundamentals
CIS/293: Network Troubleshooting and Support
CIS/295: Introduction to PC and Mobile Operating Systems
HUM/186: Media Influences on American Culture
POL/215: State and Local Political Processes
ETH/316: Ethics and Social Responsibility
BIO/101T: PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY
CHM/110: Introductory Chemistry
ENG/340: Creative Writing
MTH/219T: Introduction to College Algebra
MTH/220T: College Algebra
BIO/350: General Biology I

Elective Courses:

Schedule

Attend class whenever it fits your life, day or night because our online classroom is available 24/7/365. Your academic counselor will help schedule your courses for an Associate of Arts in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate.

What you'll learn

When you earn your Associate of Arts in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate, you’ll be equipped with a concrete set of skills you can apply on the job.

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Topics covered in this degree include:

Specific disciplinary knowledge
Clear and critical reasoning
Verbal and written communication
Effective access and use of information
Working effectively in diverse groups and teams
Explaining and applying information security concepts
Describing and explaining fundamentals of networking

Careers & Outcomes

Possible career outcomes for graduates of this program

The data below reflects recent conditions in a dynamic and changing Arizona labor market, which may be different when you graduate. University of Phoenix does not and cannot guarantee employment, salary levels, or career advancement, as those outcomes vary by many factors specific to the individual. This data is not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.

Related occupations ¹

Arizona

Computer Systems Analysts

Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to implement and improve computer systems. Analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.

Salary range ²

$68-107k

25th-75th percentile from BLS

EST. JOB POSTINGS ³

10315

12 mo. average from Emsi

Data last updated at 9pm on Oct. 20, 2020

The related occupation reflects the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) occupation for which this program prepares graduates.
Salary ranges reflect the 25th and 75th percentile for the occupation in Arizona, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).The salary ranges are not specific to students or graduates of University of Phoenix. Actual outcomes vary based on multiple factors, including prior work experience, geographic location, and other factors specific to the individual. University of Phoenix does not guarantee employment, salary level, or career advancement.
The estimated number of job postings over the past 12 months in your state are provided by Emsi, a labor market analytics firm. This data may not reflect your local market conditions. Further, market conditions are dynamic and can change. This data is not intended to predict the market conditions that will be present when you graduate from your program.

What can you do with an Associate of Arts in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate?

An AA/Information Technology can prepare you to be an:

Information security analyst
Information security specialist

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Student Experience

An education that fits your busy life

Balancing family, work and school

Work toward your degree without giving up what matters most. Start your degree year-round and take one class at a time.

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Online learning

Enroll in online classes and attend class whenever it fits your life, day or night.

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Around-the-clock support and resources

You have a support team available up to 20 hours a day, 5 days a week. And our academic counselors, who are with you every step of the way, have earned a 5-star rating from 90% of our surveyed students.

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Accreditation & Faculty

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Institutional accreditation

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org. Since 1978, University of Phoenix has been continually accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and its predecessor.

Real-world faculty

28

Average years of industry experience

27.2 %

Faculty with Fortune 100 company experience

85 %

Of surveyed students would recommend their instructors

Faculty Spotlight

We don’t know what the field is going to look like three years from now. We just know the threats are growing exponentially. We have to prepare the workforce to be prepared to take on those threats.”

Stephanie Benoit-Kurtz

Faculty, College of Business & IT

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