Network Operations students develop the engineering and operational skills required to create, operate and defend complex computing and information networks. The program curriculum includes theory, operational labs, modern network architecture, advanced routing and switching, systems administration, cloud computing, network defense, wireless networking and network security. Security is a prevailing theme across all of these areas of study. Network Operations graduates are prepared to take on a wide variety of IT-related positions in the private, public and government sectors. Gain the skills to pursue a career in a wide variety of government, private, and public organizations, including military, finance, retail, education, and manufacturing. Upon graduation, you become a candidate for a broad range of employment opportunities that include: project manager, researcher, data analyst, systems administrator, and information manager. The College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) majors feature a common core of courses that develop writing, math, analysis, ethics, and critical thinking skills and include a senior capstone experience. Choose between the Information Management, Digital Design, Software Development, and Network Operations Emphases. Each features unique, program-specific courses and learning opportunities. All are offered fully online with instructor-optioned video conferencing and face-to-face components.