Information Security Certificate

New Program Code: COMP.SECUR.CT (Former Code: 541)
This certificate will help to prepare students for an entry-level position in the field of information security. Upon completion of coursework, students will have the foundation needed to pursue CompTIA’s Security+ certification. Students wishing to pursue an A.A.S. degree may apply these credits to the Information Security A.A.S. degree. Students are also encouraged to obtain the Cisco CCNA Preparation certificate offered by the Engineering Technology Department, which also may be applied to the Information Security A.A.S. degree program.

CIS 1010 Computer Literacy   3
CIS 1700 Understanding Operating Systems      3
CIS 1620 Computer Security, Security+     3
CIS 1630 Securing the Infrastructure   3
CIS 1660 Network Defense and Countermeasures   3
Program Elective   3-4
Choose one of the following  
   
FOS 2600 Computer Forensics I   3
ENT 2190 Wireless LANs   3
CIS 2760 UNIX/Linux System Administration   4

Total Required for Certificate . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 Credits