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Post University Transfer Credit · Computer Science 252

CIS 244 – Network Security at Post.

Earn this Post University equivalency through UPI Study's Network and Systems Security — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Network and Systems Security — transfers as CIS 244 – Network Security at Post University
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Network and Systems Security
Computer Science 252 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
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Post University recognizes as
CIS 244 – Network Security
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: CIS 244
NECHE accredited since 1972 · Transcript sent directly to Post University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Post
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
💰 Savings
$650+
Saved vs avg community college
What you'll learn

A full semester of network and systems security, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Understand the fundamental concepts and core principles of network security, encryption techniques, and authentication protocols — and apply them to identify and address diverse security threats
  • ✓Analyze network security measures including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and encryption methods, and evaluate their role in protecting network infrastructure and sensitive data
  • ✓Develop practical skills in configuring and managing network security devices and protocols using hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios
  • ✓Investigate advanced topics such as security architecture design, risk assessment methodologies, and security policy frameworks to build strategies tailored to organizational and compliance requirements
  • ✓Explore emerging trends in network security — including wireless protocols, web application security, and continuous improvement practices — to stay ready for evolving threats
  • ✓Cultivate critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify vulnerabilities, conduct security audits, and implement incident response procedures that uphold network integrity
📚Major topics covered
Fundamentals of network security Information security principles Cryptography & encryption techniques Firewalls & network firewall systems Wireless network security (WEP, WPA, WPA2) Web application security concepts Network authentication protocols Intrusion detection & prevention (IDS/IPS) VPNs & remote access security TCP/IP & OSI model security Network auditing & configuration management Risk assessment & incident response Security policies & compliance frameworks DoS attacks & mobile device security Cisco ASA firewall configuration IT disaster planning & recovery
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Post University's registrar. Post applies the equivalency: CIS 244 – Network Security.

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$89 /mo

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  • ✓3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, transferable to Post University
  • ✓Self-paced — finish in 28–30 days or take longer
  • ✓Official transcript sent to Post University
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Tuition saved vs Post per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate compares Post University's $629/credit online undergraduate rate against UPI Study course pricing. Post requires a 73% grade to accept a UPI course; UPI credit applies to General Education requirements only (not Major, Core, Concentration, or Minor). Maximum UPI transfer: 15 credits into an associate's, 30 into a bachelor's. Final credit awards are determined solely by Post University's registrar.

More transferable credits

See all 68 UPI Study courses that transfer to Post.

Network and Systems Security is one of 68 UPI Study courses recognized by Post University under the Articulation Agreement. Stack more for bigger savings on your Bachelor of Science — Post accepts up to 30 transfer credits.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about Network and Systems Security → Post.

📚 About Network and Systems Security
What is Network and Systems Security?
Network and Systems Security is a college-level technology course covering core concepts and practical skills in the subject area. It is Computer Science 252 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What technical background do I need?
No specific technical background is required to start. The course is structured to build from foundational concepts to practical application, making it accessible to students at any level.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours in Cybersecurity or Information Technology. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across hundreds of NCCRS and ACE cooperating colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS or ACE credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by NCCRS and ACE cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About CIS 244 – Network Security at Post
Does Post University accept Network and Systems Security as a direct equivalent to their CIS 244 – Network Security?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Post University, UPI Study's Network and Systems Security is recognized as a direct named equivalent of Post's CIS 244 – Network Security — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Network and Systems Security as transferring as CIS 244 – Network Security — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your Post transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CIS 244 – Network Security at Post or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CIS 244 – Network Security, Post typically applies UPI Study's Network and Systems Security as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your Post advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CIS 244 – Network Security directly at Post?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your Post degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while Post's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without Post enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at Post to reduce overall program time.
Does Post University ever change which courses they accept as CIS 244 – Network Security?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Post University explicitly lists Network and Systems Security → CIS 244 – Network Security. We update this page whenever the agreement changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the agreement change.
🔄 About transferring to Post
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Post degree?
Post University accepts up to 25% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 30 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by Post under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Post.
Do I need to enroll at Post first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Post enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Post when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Post?
Once you complete Network and Systems Security, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Post University. Post's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CIS 244 – Network Security) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Network and Systems Security for your Post credit.

What is Network and Systems Security?

Network and Systems Security is the study of how computer networks, devices, and data are protected from unauthorized access, misuse, and disruption. It covers the basic ideas behind security threats, encryption, authentication, firewalls, wireless security, and tools such as VPNs and intrusion detection systems. Students learn how these pieces work together to keep information and systems reliable and secure.

How the course teaches you

Network and Systems Security is offered as a self-paced online course with video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. The grade breakdown is 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam, and when you complete the course, the transcript can be sent to Post University for review. At Post, the course is recognized as CIS 244 – Network Security, which is a named course equivalency rather than a general elective match.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course builds practical knowledge of encryption, authentication, firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection systems, and security policy, which can help you evaluate risks and protect data in everyday settings as well as in the workplace. For students working toward an Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science at Post, this credit can fit into a degree plan through the CIS 244 – Network Security equivalency instead of sitting as an unrelated transfer course. That makes it easier to connect the class to a clear academic purpose at Post.

Skills you walk away with

Identify common network security threats and vulnerabilitiesApply encryption and authentication concepts to protect dataEvaluate firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs in network defenseAnalyze wireless security standards such as WEP, WPA, and WPA2Recognize web application security risks and basic protectionsUse TCP/IP and OSI model knowledge to troubleshoot security issuesPerform basic security audits and incident response steps

Taking this course toward Post

After you finish the course, your transcript is sent for Post University review, and Post’s registrar applies the credit according to the CIS 244 – Network Security equivalency. Because this is a named course equivalency, it carries a specific place in the Post catalog and can support progress in programs such as the Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science. Post is NECHE-accredited and accepts UPI Study's ACE & NCCRS-recommended courses for General Education transfer credit, but the course still must meet Post’s 73% (C) grade requirement. Even with that approval, total transfer credit at Post is capped at 30 credits, or 25% of the program.

Who this course is for

This course is a fit for students who want a direct transfer path into Post and need a course that maps to CIS 244 – Network Security. It can work well for people balancing school with other responsibilities, or for students who want to use one course toward Post’s transfer limit of up to 30 credits, or 25% of a program. It is not a good choice if you need a course that transfers without meeting the 73% (C) minimum or if you are looking for more than the transfer ceiling allows.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Post.

Post University is NECHE-accredited and accepts UPI Study's ACE & NCCRS-recommended courses for General Education transfer credit. A 73% (C) grade or better is required for a course to transfer.

What Post offers UPI students
✓Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
✓Flexible career-focused online degrees
✓73% (C) grade accepted for transfer
✓Built for working adults
The numbers
30 credits
Max UPI transfer toward a bachelor's
15 credits
Max UPI transfer toward an associate
📋 Post University × UPI Study transfer pathway → NECHE accredited since 1972

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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