Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate interpersonal skills to communicate and collaborate with teams and management.
- Develop cybersecurity skills leading to an entry-level position that specializes in information technology positions.
- Utilize networking hardware and operating systems software to implement secure infrastructure.
- Work with the latest networking hardware and operating system software, leading to industry-recognized certifications.
- Use essential skills to plan, implement, administer, support, and secure network computer systems and associated users.
- Configure routers and switches in multiprotocol internetworks using LAN and WAN interfaces, applying best practices to secure network resources.
- Complete network design, installation, maintenance, and management as well as fill network administration and systems administration job duties.
In addition to the program outcomes, students will meet the following Grossmont College General Education (GEM) Requirements: English Composition, Oral Communications, Critical Thinking, and Mathematics
Associates Degree: Cybersecurity and Networking
An area of emphasis leading to an entry level position which specializes in networking and cyber defense. Students completing this sequence will be expected to assist network managers and cybersecurity managers in small, medium, and large-sized organizations.
Note: All courses must be completed with a letter grade "C" or higher.
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Subject & Number |
Title |
Units |
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CSIS 113 |
Introduction to Linux |
3 |
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CSIS 121 |
Introduction to Cybersecurity |
3 |
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CSIS 125 |
Network + Certification |
3 |
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CSIS 250 |
Introduction to Python Programming |
4 |
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CSIS 263 |
Security + Certification |
3 |
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Total |
16 |
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Note: Select at least NINE (9) units in any of the following courses: |
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Subject & Number |
Title |
Units |
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Business 128 |
Business Communication |
3 |
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CSIS 110 |
Principles of Information Systems |
4 |
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CSIS 120 |
Computer Maintenance and A+ Certification |
3 |
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CSIS 130 |
Windows Server: Installing & Configuring |
2 |
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CSIS 145 |
Introduction to TCP/IP |
2 |
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CSIS 213 |
Linux System Administration |
3 |
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CSIS 230 |
Windows Server: Administering |
2 |
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CSIS 264 |
Ethical Cybersecurity Hacking |
3 |
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CSIS 265 |
Computer Forensics Fundamentals |
3 |
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Total |
9-10 |
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Total Required |
25-26 |
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Plus General Education and Elective Requirements |
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Certificate of Achievement
Any student who chooses to complete only the courses required for the above major qualifies for a Certificate of Achievement in Cybersecurity and Networking. An official request must be filed with the Admissions and Records Office prior to the deadline as stated in the Academic Calendar.
Click below to download the Handout:
Certificate of Proficiency
Certificates of Proficiency are designed for the student who needs to be prepared to enter an entry-level job. A department-issued certificate may be awarded upon successful completion of a prescribed course of study. This certificate will not appear on a student’s transcript.
Cybersecurity and Network Technician
This certificate prepares a student with the basic skills to enter a position in industry as a Cybersecurity and Network Technician. The skills to be gained with this certificate include familiarity with the Linux operating system, computer networks, network security, and ethical hacking or computer forensics.
| Subject & Number | Title | Units |
| CSIS 113 | Introduction to Linux | 3 |
| CSIS 121 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| CSIS 125 | Network + Certification | 3 |
| CSIS 263 | Security + Certification | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
Contact Information:
Dept. Chair Hau Nguyen