Cybersecurity Certificate (CAS.CYBE)

Certificate in Applied Science

30 Credit Hours

This certificate program is designed for individuals with experience or training in systems and network operations. It is designed to provide expertise in information assurance and cybersecurity to prepare you for employment in the fast-growing field of cybersecurity. This program is ideal if you are employed or are pursuing employment in a business that includes a cybersecurity workforce as part of the organization. Students will gain the knowledge and skills to develop and implement systems and infrastructure security in business and industry. This program will help you prepare for CompTIA Linux+, Security +, EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacking, and other certification exams.

Major Requirements

CPT 282 - Information Systems Security Credit: 3
CYB 269 - Digital Forensics Credit: 3
CYB 285 - Cybersecurity Capstone Credit: 3
IST 165 - Implementing and Administering Windows Directory Services Credit: 3
IST 166 - Network Fundamentals Credit: 3
IST 190 - Linux Essentials Credit: 3
IST 191 - Linux System Administration Credit: 3
IST 291 - Fundamentals of Network Security I Credit: 3
IST 293 - IT and Data Assurance I Credit: 3
IST 294 - IT and Data Assurance II Credit: 3

Total: 30

Admission Requirements

Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying scores on SAT, ACT or the TTC placement test.