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CYBERSECURITY

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Pursue or advance your career as a high-tech computer systems engineer or analyst with a well-respected degree in Cybersecurity from NCTC. This high-demand industry is always seeking skilled cybersecurity employees to protect industry computer networks, as they have evolved to be such vital infrastructure for so many industries. Our program strives to simulate real-world scenarios and offers hands-on learning so that you can anticipate and successfully mitigate issues as they arise. 

Students can now earn their cybersecurity degree 100% online. So, you can start a new career, or upskill your current one, on a schedule that works for you!

Degree can be completed 100% online

Cybersecurity

Program details

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Through this program, you will ultimately earn a Level 1 Cybersecurity Certificate and Level 2 Cybersecurity Certificate on your way to an AAS Cybersecurity Degree at NCTC. 

The AAS Cybersecurity Degree can be completed through a mix of in-person, hybrid, and online classes. Several courses are offered in an 8-week term, rather than a 16-week term to help expedite the process. In total, the program is designed to take two years to complete when enrolling in fall, spring, and summer semesters. 

Upon completion of the AAS Degree, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate written and verbal communication of technical issues relate to network systems and network security through presentations and reports

  • Exhibit professionalism and a foundational understanding of IT issues, while also knowing how to troubleshoot any issues that may arise

  • Work effectively in a team environment as many companies will require a team effort to get the IT task done

  • Describe the cyber threat landscape and remain one step ahead of any potential dangers

  • Identify corrective action against network threats and be able to implement strategies to mitigate any circumstances that occur

Prerequisite: Students in this program must be able to keyboard at a minimum rate of 40 words per minute (WPM). Those who cannot meet this requirement must take a keyboarding class to improve their skills prior to enrollment.

It is highly recommended that students have some knowledge of computer networking before beginning this program.

Level 1 Certificate

This certificate can be completed through a mix of in-person, hybrid, and online classes. Several courses are offered in an 8-week term, rather than a 16-week term. The program is designed to take two semesters to complete. Upon completion of the Level 1 Workforce Certificate, students will be able to:

  • Use tools to enhance network security.

  • Configure network protocol.

  • Identify sources of computer threats and evaluate potential practices, tools, and technologies to protect individual network systems.

  • Communicate technical issues related to network systems and security through presentations and reports.

If you complete a certificate then want to complete the degree, the classes you’ve taken will readily transfer to the degree program.

Courses and credit hours (#) required to earn the Cyber Security Level 1 Certificate.

First Semester

ITSY 1342 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY — (3)

ITSC 1316 LINUX INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION — (3)

ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS — (4)

ITCC 1444 CCNA 2: SWITCHING, ROUTING, AND WIRELESS ESSENTIALS — (4)

ITNW 1313 COMPUTER VIRTUALIZATION — (3)

Total credit hours for this semester — (17)

Second Semester

ITSY 2300 OPERATING SYSTEM SECURITY — (3)

ITSY 2301 FIREWALLS AND NETWORK SECURITY — (3)

ITSY 2330 INTRUSION DETECTION — (3)

EECT 1300 TECHNICAL CUSTOMER SERVICE — (3)

ITSY 2342 INCIDENT RESPONSE & HANDLING — (3)

ITSY 2441 SECURITY MANAGEMENT PRACTICES — (4)

Total credit hours for this semester — (19)

Total Credit Hours — (36)

Capstone Requirement: Students completing the certificate must pass a comprehensive program exam with a score of 70% or higher to satisfy the capstone requirement. Exam must be scheduled with the Division Chair.

Level 2 Certificate

The Level 2 Certificate Program adds two additional classes to the Level 1 Certificate and can be completed entirely online. Courses are offered in 8-week terms. Though you may decide to take longer, the program is designed to be completed in one year. Upon completion of the Level 2 Workforce Certificate, you will be able to:

  • Use tools to enhance network security.

  • Configure network protocols.

  • Identify sources of computer threats and evaluate potential practices, tools, and technologies to protect individual network systems.

  • Communicate technical issues related to network systems and security through presentations and reports.

  • Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in teams.

NOTE: Students must meet TSI requirements for this Level 2 Certificate.

If you complete a certificate then want to complete the degree, the classes you’ve taken will readily transfer to the degree program.

Courses and credit hours (#) required to earn the Cyber Security Level 2 Certificate.

First Semester

ITSC 1316 LINUX INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION — (3)

ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS — (4)

ITCC 1444 CCNA 2: SWITCHING, ROUTING, AND WIRELESS ESSENTIALS — (4)

ITNW 1313 COMPUTER VIRTUALIZATION — (3)

Total credit hours for this semester — (14)

Second Semester (Winter-mester)

ITSY 1342 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY — (3)

Total credit hours for this semester — (3)

Third Semester

ITSY 2300 OPERATING SYSTEM SECURITY — (3)

ITSY 2301 FIREWALLS AND NETWORK SECURITY — (3)

ITSY 2330 INTRUSION DETECTION — (3)

EECT 1300 TECHNICAL CUSTOMER SERVICE — (3)

ITSY 2342 INCIDENT RESPONSE & HANDLING — (3)

ITSY 2441 SECURITY MANAGEMENT PRACTICES — (4)

Total credit hours for this semester — (19)

Fourth Semester (Summer)

ITSY 2343 COMPUTER SYSTEM FORENSICS — (3)

ITSY 2359 SECURITY ASSESSMENT AND AUDITING — (3)

Total credit hours for this semester — (6)

Total Credit Hours — (42)

Capstone Requirement: Students completing the certificate must pass a comprehensive program exam with a score of 70% or higher to satisfy the capstone requirement. Exam must be scheduled with the Division Chair.

Cyber Security AAS

This degree can be completed through a mix of in-person, hybrid, and online classes. Several courses are offered in an 8-week term, rather than a 16-week term. The program is designed to take two years to complete. Upon completion of the AAS Degree, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate written and verbal communication of technical issues related to network systems and network security through presentations and reports.

  • Demonstrate IT professionalism and working knowledge of their IT field.

  • Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in teams.

  • Describe the cyber threat landscape.

  • Identify corrective action against network threats.

Courses and credit hours (#) required to earn the Cyber Security AAS.

First Semester

ITSY 1342 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY — (3)

ITSC 1316 LINUX INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION — (3)

ITCC 1414 CCNA 1: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS — (4)

ITCC 1444 CCNA 2: SWITCHING, ROUTING, AND WIRELESS ESSENTIALS — (4)

ITNW 1313 COMPUTER VIRTUALIZATION — (3)

Total credit hours for this semester — (17)

Second Semester

ITSY 2300 OPERATING SYSTEM SECURITY — (3)

ITSY 2301 FIREWALLS AND NETWORK SECURITY — (3)

ITSY 2330 INTRUSION DETECTION — (3)

EECT 1300 TECHNICAL CUSTOMER SERVICE — (3)

ITSY 2342 INCIDENT RESPONSE & HANDLING — (3)

ITSY 2441 SECURITY MANAGEMENT PRACTICES — (4)

Total credit hours for this semester — (19)

Third Semester

ITSY 2343 COMPUTER SYSTEM FORENSICS — (3)

MATH 1332 CONTEMPORARY MATHEMATICS — (3)

ENGL 1301 COMPOSITION I — (3)

ITSY 2359 SECURITY ASSESSMENT AND AUDITING — (3)

Total credit hours for this semester — (12)

Fourth Semester

ENGL 2311 TECHNICAL & BUSINESS WRITING — (3)

GOVT 2305 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT — (3)

ARTS 1301 ART APPRECIATION — (3)

ITSY 2382 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION-COMPUTER & INFORMATION SYSTEM SECURITY — (3)

Total credit hours for this semester — (12)

Total Credit Hours — (60)

Capstone Requirement: ITSY 2382 Cooperative Education - Computer and Information Systems Security is a capstone experience and may not be substituted. It should be taken the last semester before graduation. The cooperative education course combines classroom learning with work experience and a lecture component.

If you are ready to start your journey to a career in Cybersecurity, our team of Advisors are ready to help you make your dreams a reality. Contact us today to begin your enrollment process.

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