Program Description:
The Associate in Science (AS) Degree in the Computing, Security, and Networking Technology (CSNT) program is a two-year course of study that will prepare you for entry-level employment in the field of Information and Communications Technology. Core courses are designed to give you a firm foundation in the basics of computers, networking, system administration and information security. The AS Degree also provides options for a Certificate of Achievement in Networking and Telecommunications and a Certificate of Achievement in Information Assurance.
Program Coordinator
(808) 844-2352
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Program Prerequisites:
- Placement into English 100 Composition I
- Placement into Math 103 College Algebra or higher
- Recommended: ICS 100 Computer Literacy & Applications or ICS 101 Digital Tools for the Information World
Industry Related Credentials:
Certain CSNT courses also help to prepare you to take the following industry certification exams
- CompTIA A+
- CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Microsoft Certified Professional
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Linux+
- VMware Certified Professional
- LPI Linux Essentials
Program Notes:
- The CSNT program is a Cisco Academy, a CompTIA Training Center, a Microsoft Regional Academy, and a VMware Academy.
- Majority of CSNT classes are offered in-person at the Honolulu CC campus
Cost and time commitment:
- Cost per credit: $131
- Total number of credits 60-63
- Approximate total program tuition costs: $7,869-$8,253
- Estimated program length: 2 years (based on 15-18 credits per semester)
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Recommended College Courses during High School:
The courses listed below are recommended for high school students to complete through a dual credit program such as Early College when in high school. These courses meet degree requirements for the Honolulu Community College CSNT program.
General Academic Courses:
- ENG 100 Composition I
- *Prerequisite - “C” or better in ESL 23, OR Placement into ENG 100
- Math 103 College Algebra
- *Prerequisite - “C” or better in MATH 25, OR Placement into MATH 103 or higher.
Program Specific Courses:
- CSNT 110 Introduction to Information Systems (Crosslisted as ICS 110P)
- *Prerequisite - ENG 100, AND Placement into MATH 103 or higher, AND ICS 100 or ICS 101
- ICS 111 Introduction to Computer Science
- *Prerequisite - MATH 103, OR Placement into MATH 135 or higher
Networking Pathway: Offered at HonCC only
- CSNT 132 ICT Support
- *Prerequisite - ENG 100, AND Placement into MATH 103 or higher, AND ICS 100 or ICS 101
- CSNT 140 Computer Networking
- *Prerequisite - CSNT 132 ICT Support
*Prerequisites are courses or other background that must be completed PRIOR to enrollment. Prerequisites are REQUIRED for registration. Please contact program coordinator or advisor for information on placement into courses as there are multiple methods of placement per campus.
National Center for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C):
- Designation: CAE - Cyber Defense Education (VALIDATION for CSNT program only)
Sponsored by the National Security Agency (NSA), CAE-C designations are awarded to institutions that commit to producing cybersecurity professionals that will reduce vulnerabilities in our national infrastructure.
In 2013, Honolulu Community College was awarded the designation Cyber Defense Education. While the campus wide designation has not been renewed, the National Security Agency (NSA) and a committee of academic peers has validated the Associate of Science in Computing, Security, and Networking Technology program of study as meeting the nationally established criteria for Cyber Defense education through academic year 2027.
Transfer Agreements (Articulation)*:
Students who complete the Associate of Science degree in CSNT may apply to transfer to the following programs via a transfer agreement with the 4-year university programs listed below. There are other transfer options outside of these agreements. Contact a college counselor/advisor for more information.
- UH West Oahu - Bachelors of Applied Science in Information Security and Assurance (Articulation Agreement - Fall 2019)
- UH Maui College - Applied Bachelors in Information Technology (Articulation Agreement - Fall 2020)
Transfer agreements (also known as Articulation Agreements) are individual agreements between programs that facilitate a smooth transition from 2-year associate degree programs to 4-year bachelor degree programs.
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