Computer Systems and Security Specialist
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 26
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/23/2025
Program Description
The computer systems and security specialist degree includes training in the areas of programming, logic, analysis and design,
computer operations, operating systems, database, data communications, advanced computer application packages, networks,
security and assurance of system functionality. The curriculum will give the student a thorough background in computers, which is
required to compete in today's business, industry, and government job environments. The student will be trained through classroom
experience.
Established in 1980
CIP: 11-0103 Information Technology.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Local Information
| The River Valley Workforce Investment Board requires growth information for the local workforce area. Employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth acocording to Illinois' Labor Market Information. | 3 |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth. | 3 |
| Are your programs architecturally and programmatically accessible to individuals with disabilities? | Y |
| Does your organization have an EO policy? | Y |
| If the answer to EO #1a is yes, has a copy of your EO policy been submitted to Kane County Workforce Development in which your organization is headquartered? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a non discrimination and equal opportunity statement? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973? | Y |
| Do you have policy/procedures in effect requiring reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990? | Y |
| Does your policy contain a discrimination or sexual harassment complaint process procedure? | |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement or provision regarding sexual harassment? | |
| If the answer to EO#1a is no, will your organization agree to comply fully with the USDOL Equal Opportunity Assurance Statement - a signed copy is required to be filed with Kane County Workforce Development. Contact Jeanine Niedzwiedz for further information. | |
| Local labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted is greater than .1% | Y |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show growth greater than .1%. | Y |
Provider Information
Shawnee Community College
Program Contact Info
8364 Shawnee College Rd.
Ullin, IL 62992
Ullin, IL 62992
(618) 634-3337
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Computer and Mathematical Occupations
- (151211 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
Education Information
Associates Degree
64 Weeks ( 1950.00 Hours / 65.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,750.00 |
| Books | $1,000.00 |
| Fees | $365.00 |
| Total Cost | $11,115.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
Application Procedure
Shawnee Community College Application for admission and high school transcripts must be submitted
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Other - Placement Test
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Computer Systems and Security Specialist
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 26
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/23/2025
Program Description
The computer systems and security specialist degree includes training in the areas of programming, logic, analysis and design,
computer operations, operating systems, database, data communications, advanced computer application packages, networks,
security and assurance of system functionality. The curriculum will give the student a thorough background in computers, which is
required to compete in today's business, industry, and government job environments. The student will be trained through classroom
experience.
Established in 1980
CIP: 11-0103 Information Technology.
Local Information
| The River Valley Workforce Investment Board requires growth information for the local workforce area. Employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth acocording to Illinois' Labor Market Information. | 3 |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth. | 3 |
| Are your programs architecturally and programmatically accessible to individuals with disabilities? | Y |
| Does your organization have an EO policy? | Y |
| If the answer to EO #1a is yes, has a copy of your EO policy been submitted to Kane County Workforce Development in which your organization is headquartered? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a non discrimination and equal opportunity statement? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973? | Y |
| Do you have policy/procedures in effect requiring reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990? | Y |
| Does your policy contain a discrimination or sexual harassment complaint process procedure? | |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement or provision regarding sexual harassment? | |
| If the answer to EO#1a is no, will your organization agree to comply fully with the USDOL Equal Opportunity Assurance Statement - a signed copy is required to be filed with Kane County Workforce Development. Contact Jeanine Niedzwiedz for further information. | |
| Local labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted is greater than .1% | Y |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show growth greater than .1%. | Y |
Provider Information
Shawnee Community College
Program Contact Info
8364 Shawnee College Rd.
Ullin, IL 62992
Ullin, IL 62992
(618) 634-3337
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Computer and Mathematical Occupations
- (151211 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
Education Information
Associates Degree
64 Weeks ( 1950.00 Hours / 65.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,750.00 |
| Books | $1,000.00 |
| Fees | $365.00 |
| Total Cost | $11,115.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
Application Procedure
Shawnee Community College Application for admission and high school transcripts must be submitted
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Other - Placement Test
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction