Cybersecurity, Certificate - CBS6
This certificate is designed for computer or network systems professionals that need expertise in security. The program will provide students with the concepts and skills of the fast-growing field of cybersecurity, including security of systems and infrastructure in business and industry. Students will learn how to protect networks and defend information systems from attack. It is ideal if you are employed in a computer-related field and seeking cybersecurity knowledge. Students who complete this certificate may continue their education by enrolling in the associate degree program in Computer Technology.
Requirements
| Courses | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Course Information | ||
| CPT 247 | UNIX Operating System | 3 |
| CPT 282 | Information Systems Security | 3 |
| IST 220 | Data Communications | 3 |
| IST 256 | LAN Desktop Technologies | 3 |
| IST 257 | LAN Network Server Technologies | 3 |
| IST 268 | Computer Forensics | 3 |
| IST 269 | Digital Forensics | 3 |
| IST 293 | IT and Data Assurance I | 3 |
| IST 294 | IT and Data Assurance II | 3 |
| Total Hours | 27 | |
Graduation Plan
Fall Start
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | Hours | |
| IST 220 | Data Communications | 3 |
| IST 268 | Computer Forensics | 3 |
| IST 293 | IT and Data Assurance I | 3 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| IST 269 | Digital Forensics | 3 |
| IST 294 | IT and Data Assurance II | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Summer Semester | ||
| CPT 247 | UNIX Operating System | 3 |
| CPT 282 | Information Systems Security | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| IST 256 | LAN Desktop Technologies | 3 |
| IST 257 | LAN Network Server Technologies | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 27 | |
Spring Start
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Hours | |
| IST 220 | Data Communications | 3 |
| IST 268 | Computer Forensics | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Summer Semester | ||
| CPT 247 | UNIX Operating System | 3 |
| CPT 282 | Information Systems Security | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Fall Semester | ||
| IST 256 | LAN Desktop Technologies | 3 |
| IST 257 | LAN Network Server Technologies | 3 |
| IST 293 | IT and Data Assurance I | 3 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Spring Semester | ||
| IST 269 | Digital Forensics | 3 |
| IST 294 | IT and Data Assurance II | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 27 | |
Summer Start
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summer Semester | Hours | |
| IST 220 | Data Communications | 3 |
| Hours | 3 | |
| Fall Semester | ||
| IST 256 | LAN Desktop Technologies | 3 |
| IST 257 | LAN Network Server Technologies | 3 |
| IST 268 | Computer Forensics | 3 |
| IST 293 | IT and Data Assurance I | 3 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| IST 269 | Digital Forensics | 3 |
| IST 294 | IT and Data Assurance II | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Summer Semester | ||
| CPT 247 | UNIX Operating System | 3 |
| CPT 282 | Information Systems Security | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 27 | |
Application and Advising
If you are ready to start your education, there are a few simple steps involved in enrolling at Piedmont Technical College.
Advising Information
The following information provides a guide for advisors who are helping students enroll in this program.
Program Notes
Students may start this program in any term, and this program can be completed on a part-time or full-time basis. Some courses are offered online.
Note that all courses are not offered every semester, and sequencing of courses is very important, so it is best to follow the established outline of courses as closely as possible.
College policy states that computer coursework is valid for eight years.
Student Program Learning Outcomes
Purpose Statement
This certificate is designed for computer or network systems professionals that need expertise in security. The program will provide students with the concepts and skills of the fast growing field of cybersecurity, including security of systems and infrastructure in business and industry. Students will learn how to protect networks and defend information systems from attack. It is ideal if you are employed in a computer related field and seeking cybersecurity knowledge. Students who complete this certificate may continue their education by enrolling in the associate degree program in Computer Technology.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate the ability to use logical design techniques in creating programs and systems.
- Recognize and describe the personal computer hardware components.
- Install, configure and upgrade personal computer operating systems.
- Apply basic computer literacy concepts.
- Plan, design and construct a working computer network including appropriate Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) connections and protocols.
- Demonstrate the ability to organize data using current computer technology.
- Analyze and resolve security issues in networks and computer systems to secure an IT Infrastructure.
- Evaluate and communicate the human role in security systems with an emphasis on ethics, social engineering vulnerabilities, and training.
- Interpret and forensically investigate security incidents.