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Network Security Diploma

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Acquire the IT security skills to mitigate threats with a combination of hands-on learning in state-of-theart CISCO Labs and solid theoretical foundation in concepts of IT security. Graduates are skilled network security specialists equipped to combat even the most advanced computer and network security attacks.

This program is offered in partnership with Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT), they bring a wealth of knowledge to the program with state-of-the-art CISCO Labs and an integrated hands-on approach to learning.

Manitoba Job Futures has identified the following job classifications as high growth occupations: Network Security Specialist, Network Administrator, Network Technician and Internet Server Administrator.

Domestic
Hybrid
Wed, 08/16/2023 Fact SheetInternational Students

Next Start Dates

Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Tuition & Fees

$15,700: Tuition cost includes the $100.00 UWSA Fee. Costs are tentative.

$2,000-$3,000: Course material costs may vary depending on new, rental, used, or electronic purchasing choices. Textbooks & Course materials such as CompTIA course portal access are a requirement.

For more information regarding tuition & fees and payment options, click here.

Click here for more information on Tuition & Fees for International Students.

Duration

16 months in duration, Mon-Fri, days and hours vary and classes may be scheduled during the day time or evenings between 9AM and 9PM.

Holidays and breaks provided throughout program duration.

Hybrid Program

Always an industry leader, starting in January 2022 this PACE program now incorporates a number of online courses (virtual online classroom) into the schedule. Four out of the ~32 courses in this full-time program will be delivered remotely in our online classrooms.

Spread throughout the program schedule are online courses, so that students continue to connect with their classmates and instructors in the classroom on a regular basis, while adding flexibility. This hybrid program provides our students more latitude in managing their school-life balance. Students are still able to access study spaces and lounges on campus if they wish on those days, or they can skip their commute entirely and complete their coursework from home, or wherever they choose.

This additional flexibility in program schedules helps students develop critical skills for the modern workplace such as using collaborative tools, listening, accountability, and adaptability, while maintaining all the benefits of in-person studies.

The hybrid programming does not impact PGWP eligibility.

Objectives & Outcomes

Objectives

The Network Security Diploma program is a joint programming initiative between the University of Winnipeg and the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT). This diploma program blends the opposable elements of hands-on learning with the theoretical/conceptual nature of IT security. Graduates will have an in-depth knowledge of and training in various protocols, network standards, designs and security solutions. This program actively integrates the dynamics of MITT's Regional CISCO Academy to the University’s cryptography and security schematics.

Outcomes

The program assists graduates in preparing for the CISCO CCNA designations, an internationally and industry-recognized professional certification.

Graduates of this program will receive the Network Security Diploma and the Management Certificate.

Admission Requirements

Click here for admission requirements for International Students.

Academic Requirements

a. High School, with minimum 1 credit in an IT-related course
or
b. Completion of IT professional designations
or
c. Minimum of 2 years of professional experience working in IT
or
d. One of the following:
     i. Principles of Mathematics 12 (67%)
     or
     ii. Applications of Mathematics 12 (73%)
     or
     iii. Pre-Calculus 12 (67%)

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose previous education was completed outside of Canada and where English may or may not have been the medium of instruction, must submit proof of meeting one of the accepted English language proficiency measures.

Download the UWPACE English Language Requirements (PDF) for additional English proficiency tests and programs and waiver options for the English language requirement.

International Students

Please visit our detailed Admission Requirements for international students.

The University reserves the right to request English language proficiency testing result documentation for any international applicant.

Accreditation

Management Certificate accredited by Chartered Managers Canada (CIM)

Students graduating from the Management Certificate may apply for the Certified in Management designation (CIM).

Get more information about obtaining the CIM Credential.

Courses & Descriptions

Required Courses

The course work component of this program concludes with a Final Project.

Applied Open Source Server Administration

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Applied Windows Server Administration

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Business Fundamentals

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Case Studies, Issues & Capstone Project in Network Security

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C Programming Basics

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CCNA I: Introduction to Networks‡

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Cisco CCENT Level 2 MITT

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Cisco CCNA Level 3 MITT

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Effective Oral Communication

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Effective Written Communication

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Essential Skills for Managers

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Ethics & Corporate Social Responsibility

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Financial Fundamentals

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Indigenous Insights

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Information Assurance & Security Level 1: Security & Risk Management (CISSP Domain 1)

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Information Assurance & Security Level 2: Asset Security (CISSP Domain 2)

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Information Assurance & Security Level 3: Security Engineering (CISSP Domain 3)

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Information Assurance & Security Level 4: Identity & Access Management (CISSP Domain 5)

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Information Assurance & Security Level 5: Security Assessment & Testing (CISSP Domain 6)

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Information Assurance & Security Level 6: Security Operations (CISSP Domain 7)

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Introduction to Open Source Server Administration

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Introduction to Windows Server Administration

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Organizational Behaviour

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PowerShell Scripting for Server Administration

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Project Management Fundamentals

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Python Scripting

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Resume Building & Job Search Techniques

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Writing for Academic Success

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Student Life

Find more information on student life at PACE here.

Career Opportunities

Security Specialist

Network Administrator

Server Administrator

Certifications

Academic Credentials

On successful completion of the full-time program, you will be eligible for the following academic credentials:

  • Network Security Diploma
  • Management Certificate

Tech Requirements

Students must have a laptop that meets the tech requirements for their program (not included in tuition).

In addition to the specs below, all laptops should be able to run virtualization software, business models are preferred. It is highly recommended that you use a PC and not MAC to run virtual machine.

PC hardware
  • CPU: Multicore Intel® or AMD processor (2 GHz or faster processor with SSE 4.2 or later) with 64-bit support.
  • RAM: 8GB of RAM (16GB recommended)
  • Graphics card: 2 GB of VRAM
  • Hard Disk space: 256GB (500GB recommended)
  • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 10 or 11  (64 bit) (versions Windows 10 versions  20H2, 21H1, 21H2, and Windows 11 version 21H2)
Apple hardware
  • Processor: Multicore Intel® processor (2 GHz or faster processor with SSE 4.2 or later) with 64-bit support or Apple silicon/M1
  • Operating system: macOS 12.0 (Monterey), version 11 (big sur) and version 10.15 (Catalina)
  • RAM: 8GB (16GB recommended)
  • Hard disk space: 256GB (500GB SSD recommended)
  • Software to run Virtualization for Microsoft Windows
    • Parallels Desktop or VirtualBox

Additional Comments

Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology

This program is offered in partnership with the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology. This program is delivered out of their Henlow Bay Campus, which is approximately a 20-minute bus ride from The University of Winnipeg's campus.

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