Computer Networking: Cybersecurity - AAS

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

The Computer Networking: Cybersecurity AAS degree is designed to provide students with the necessary skills to gain employment as information technology professionals focusing on cybersecurity. Core courses focus on network configuration, routing and switching, and operating systems. In-depth studies include cybersecurity operations, network forensics, and penetration testing. Students interested in college transfer for bachelor's degrees in Cybersecurity or Technology Management should see an academic advisor.

Credit Hours Required: 63

AAS General Education Requirements (19 credits)

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  College Composition or Applied Communication Credits: 6


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  Mathematics Credits: 3


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  Physical and Biological Sciences  Credits: 4


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  Arts and Humanities AND/OR Social and Behavioral Sciences Credits: 6 1

Note: 1 Select from two different prefixes

Program Requirements (44 credits)

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  CNT 101 - Networking and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Credits: 4


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  CNT 105 - Cybersecurity Principles Credits: 3


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  CNT 110 - A+ Computer Technician Certification Credits: 4


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  CNT 118 - Operating System Fundamentals OR  CNT 120 - Introduction to Windows Server Credits: 3


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  CNT 131 - Linux System Administration Credits: 3


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  CNT 135 - Security+: Implementing and Maintaining Network Security Credits: 3


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  CNT 140 - Cisco Routing and Switching I Credits: 4


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  CNT 150 - Cisco Routing and Switching II Credits: 3


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  CNT 190 - Programming and Scripting for Network Admins Credits: 3


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  CNT 235 - Cybersecurity Operations Credits: 3


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  CNT 250 - Securing Network Devices Credits: 3


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  CNT 260 - Cybersecurity Forensics Credits: 3


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  CNT 275 - Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment Credits: 3


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  CNT 293 - CNT Project: Cybersecurity Credits: 2

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Computer Networking: Cybersecurity Degree program, the learner will be able to:

1. Describe and configure the hardware and software used in a medium to large-sized computer network.


2. Describe the terms and technologies that comprise the field of cybersecurity, and implement strategies for managing an information security program.


3. Maintain and repair personal computers.


4. Perform administrative and troubleshooting tasks on operating systems.


5. Administer and secure the Linux operating system.


6. Describe network protocols and perform basic network device configuration.


7. Configure Cisco routing, switching, and wireless technologies.


8. Write and debug programs and scripts for application in a network environment.


9. Configure and implement network security.


10. Implement network security concepts and techniques in a security operations center.


11. Install, troubleshoot, and monitor a secure network to maintain integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices.


12. Apply cybersecurity forensics techniques to network and computer systems.


13. Identify and exploit network vulnerabilities.


14. Analyze, design, implement, and present a cybersecurity project.

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