Program Outcomes

 

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

 

1. Demonstrate interpersonal skills to communicate and collaborate with teams and management.
2. Develop cybersecurity skills leading to an entry-level position that specializes in information technology positions.
3. Utilize networking hardware and operating systems software to implement secure infrastructure.
4. Work with the latest networking hardware and operating system software, leading to industry-recognized certifications.
5. Use essential skills to plan, implement, administer, support, and secure network computer systems and associated users.
6. Configure routers and switches in multiprotocol internetworks using LAN and WAN interfaces, applying best practices to secure network resources.
7. 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.

 

Subject & Number	Title	Units
CSIS 113	Introduction to Linux	3
CSIS 121	Introduction to Cybersecurity	3
CSIS 125	Network + Certification	3
CSIS 250	Introduction to Python Programming	4
CSIS 263	Security + Certification	3
	Total	16
Note: Select at least NINE (9) units in any of the following courses:
Subject & Number	Title	Units
Business 128	Business Communication	3
CSIS 110	Principles of Information Systems	4
CSIS 120	Computer Maintenance and A+ Certification	3
CSIS 130	Windows Server: Installing & Configuring	2
CSIS 145	Introduction to TCP/IP	2
CSIS 213	Linux System Administration	3
CSIS 230	Windows Server: Administering	2
CSIS 264	Ethical Cybersecurity Hacking	3
CSIS 265	Computer Forensics Fundamentals	3
	Total	9-10
	Total Required	25-26
	Plus General Education and Elective Requirements

 

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:

Cybersecurity and Networking

 

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

hau.nguyen@gcccd.edu