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Associate of Applied Science - Technology - Computer Information Technology /

Cybersecurity Pathway

Catalog Year: 2020 - 2021

Explore / Cybersecurity Pathway

This program is designed to prepare students to work in many different information technology systems and networks that drive society and the economy. Students may study a variety of topics including networking, system administration and cybersecurity that are vital to today’s collaborative and connected business environments.

Please see the Associate of Applied Science page for a list of all courses filling general education requirements.

Mission

The mission of the Associate of Applied Science in Technology is to provide employment-related knowledge and skills necessary to succeed as a professional in a chosen field of study

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who complete an Associate of Applied Science in Technology are expected to:

  • Know the subject matter appropriate to the emphasis of the degree. (WNC SLO 1,3,6,7)
  • Communicate effectively and appropriately, in oral and written form. WNC SLO 2)
  • Locate, evaluate and properly utilize the tools and resources appropriate to a technology degree professional. (WNC SLO 1,6,7)
  • Acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement. (WNC SLO 1,7)
  • Developed an appreciation of the importance of social, ethical, legal and diversity issues. (WNC SLO 5,7)
  • Developed an appreciation of the need and importance of lifelong learning. (WNC SLO 1)

Required Courses


Course Title Units
Total Requirements60 Units
Program Requirements36 Units
CIT 114IT Essentials4
CIT 128Introduction to Software Development4
CIT 217Security +3
CIT 263Introduction to IT Project Management3
INF 100Introduction to Informatics I - Basic Concepts3
Program Electives
CIT 173Linux Installation & Configuration3
CIT 212Microsoft Networking II3
CIT 273Network Defense3
CIT 274Ethical Hacking3
CIT 275Hacking Forensics Investigation3
CSCO 120Ccna Internetworking Fundamentals4
CSCO 121Ccna Routing Protocols4
General Education Requirements24 Units
English/Communications Requirement:
Recommend ENG 101 and ENG 107
Must include a writing course
6
Human Relations Requirement3
Humanities/Social Science Requirements3
Mathematics Requirement:
Recommend: MATH 126 or higher
3
Science Requirement3
U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirement3
General Elective3

Suggested Course Sequence


Course Title Units
Cybersecurity Pathway
First Semester
CIT 114IT Essentials4
CSCO 120Ccna Internetworking Fundamentals4
CSCO 121Ccna Routing Protocols4
English Course3
Second Semester
CIT 173Linux Installation & Configuration3
CIT 217Security +3
CIT 263Introduction to IT Project Management3
CIT 212Microsoft Networking II3
English Course3
Third Semester
CIT 273Network Defense3
CIT 274Ethical Hacking3
CIT 128Introduction to Software Development4
INF 100Introduction to Informatics I - Basic Concepts3
Science Course3
Fourth Semester
CIT 275Hacking Forensics Investigation3
Human Relations Course3
Humanities/Social Science Course3
Mathematics Course3
U.S./Nevada Constitution3

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