Start Your Career in Casino Security
About the Program
In this program, the gaming courses focus on the unique characteristics of this field, which spans both the gaming and hospitality industries. The curriculum allows students to learn entry-level skills relating to gaming operations and provide them with the knowledge and attitudes needed to be an effective professional in the gaming industry.
Skills and Expertise
- Design
- Telecommunications
- Installation
- Maintenance
- Network administration of client/server systems
- Operation of computer networks.
Degree Options and Requirements
The gaming courses will lead to an Associate of Applied Science degree with a gaming concentration. This degree is designed to help students seek employment in entry level or supervisory gaming positions. For those currently employed, these programs will provide professional growth and career mobility within the gaming industry. Where a transfer to four-year college or university is desired, a conference should be scheduled with a MGCCC advisor. All students completing a career or technical program must complete a MGCCC Board- approved Technical Skills Attainment where applicable. Students should see an advisor for further details.
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Computer Networking Technology Gaming Surveillance Concentration Coursework
For class times, visit the MGCCC class schedules.
Computer Networking Technology Gaming Surveillance Certificate
Semester One
| Course | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| IST 1124 - IT Foundations | 4 |
| IST 1134 - CCNA 1: Intro to Networks | 4 |
| IST 1213 - Client Installation and Configuration | 3 |
| IST 1484 - Fundamentals of Virtualization | 4 |
Semester Two
Total Credits: 30/31
Computer Networking Technology Gaming Surveillance Diploma
Semester Three
| Course | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| GMT 1163 - Introduction to Surveillance Operations | 3 |
| BAD 2413 - Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| GMT 1113 - Casino Business Strategy & Operations | 3 |
| Technical Elective | 6* |
Total Credits: 15
Total Clock Hours: 1,155
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Semester Four
| Course | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| ENG 1113 / 1114 English Composition I or ENG 1033 Technical English | 3/4 |
| SPT 1113 - Public Speaking I or LLS 1721 - Employment Readiness and SPT 2172 - Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Math/Natural Science Elective | 3/4** |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
Total Credits: 14/17
Note:
Please refer to “The Credit by Non-Traditional Means” regarding stipulations for receiving articulated credit.
*Any instructor/department chair approved field related elective.
** MAT 1033, MAT 1313 or higher or any laboratory science.
Contact Us
For information on how to become a student at MGCCC, orientation, registration, and our programs, please call (228) 896-2536 or email questions@mgccc.edu.