This degree gives you the hands on experience needed to build an impressive command of technology.?With a BS in Network Management and Security, build the expertise required to install, administer, upgrade, and troubleshoot computer networks.? ?In addition to critical technical skills, your coursework provides you with the teambuilding, project management and leadership skills necessary to succeed at the front lines, whether it be managing the daily operations of an organization?s networking technology or mentoring a staff of network technicians.Davenport is a registered Cisco Networking Academy with a curriculum that aligns with employer?s technology and required skills. You will build expertise to install, administer, upgrade and troubleshoot computer networks. In addition, you will learn teambuilding, project management and leadership skills necessary to succeed. Learn in well-equipped networking labs with the most up to date equipment Davenport is also a member of the?ASC Alliance. This means we train Cisco instructors at other institutions.?To highlight our successful program further, Davenport?s students have taken 1st?place at the National level in the Business Professionals of America competition for Networking Technologies since 2013.

The Network Management and Security program will prepare the graduate with the technical knowledge and skills that are required to design, install, administer, maintain, and secure network systems and computers. Students will learn to evaluate user needs, purchase and install hardware and software, design and administer networks, and implement security best practices. Hands-on coursework will provide more advanced networking and security skills in a variety of hardware and software environments. The courses in this program will cover topics directly related to the objectives of certification exams from Microsoft, Cisco, EC Council and CompTIA.