Program Overview
Network Security and Cisco CCNA
Program Description
The Network Security and Cisco CCNA Track certificates form the foundation for understanding hardware, installing operating systems, routers, switches, and the network backbone. Students can qualify to take the CCNA and CCENT industry certifications.
Program Requirements
Specific Requirements
Prerequisites
- CSCI 100 - Survey of Computing
- Total Prerequisite Credits: 5
Program Core Courses
- CIS 150 - System Foundations
- CIS 160 - Network Foundations
- CIS 161 - Advanced Systems
- CIS 166 - Network Defense
- CIS 262 - Applied Networking
- Total Core Credits: 30
Related Instruction Courses
- BUSN 160 - Human/Labor Relations
- ENGL& 101 - English Composition I
- MATH& 146 - Introduction to Statistics
- Total Related Instruction Credits: 15
Total Program Credits: 45
Program Outcomes
- Install, configure, manage, and harden operating systems
- Explain and identify computer hardware
- Explain IP addressing and configure, manage, and troubleshoot IP routed networks
- Design secure networks and perform vulnerability assessments
- Design IP Routed networks and configure/manage routing
- Prepare students to take A+ and CCNA certification exams
- Perform network penetration testing and install, configure, and manage network security devices
Program Notes
- This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
- Students must achieve a minimum grade of 2.0 in each core class.
- AAS degree programs emphasize preparation in specific job skills required for entry-level employment.
- Not all classes are offered every quarter or at night.
General Requirements
Read the Associate Degree and Certificate Requirements.
Internal Coding
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- Description: Network Sec Cisco CCNA CC C45
- Academic Plan: CPVNCC45
- CIP Code: 11.0203
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