Cyber Security, CSC

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PURPOSE: Prepares students for careers in cyber security and networking.

By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an introductory level of competency in the following skills:

Demonstrate knowledge of network security models and network security policy.
Communicate effectively in IT environments using research, writing, and presentation skills.
Apply knowledge regarding network attacks, hacking, and protection measures.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet JTCC admission requirements. New students should visit the Advising Center and returning students their faculty advisor for more information.

Text in italics and parentheses indicates approved course substitutions. Pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements can be found in course details.

Required Courses

ITN 101 - Introduction to Network Concepts 3 credits
ITN 260 - Network Security Basics 3 credits
ITN 261 - Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking 3 credits (Offered Fall only)
ITN 262 - Network Communication, Security and Authentication 3 credits (Offered Spring only)
ITN 263 - Internet/Intranet Firewalls and E-Commerce Security 3 credits (Offered Spring only)
ITN 266 - Network Security Layers 3 credits (Offered Spring only)
ITN 267 - Legal Topics in Network Security 3 credits (Offered Fall only)
ITE 290 - Coordinated Internship 1 credits (Offered Spring only) ²

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 22

NOTES:

¹All information technology courses must be completed within five years of student’s intended graduation date.

²ITE 290 is a one-credit internship that will focus on a student’s particular track. Students must have completed all coursework or be concurrently completing coursework in present semester for graduation with advisor’s approval.

³Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor and check their advisement report in MyTyler – SIS.

⁴Courses noted as Fall only or Spring only are based on historical trends and current planning and may change without notice.