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Cybersecurity Courses:

CSC 201 Computer Science I

4 credit(s)

Introduces algorithm and problem-solving methods. Emphasizes structured programming concepts, elementary data structures and the study and use of a high-level programming language. Lecture 4 hours per week.

ITE 105 Careers and Cyber Ethics

2 credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): Keyboarding and Microsoft Office

Career paths in Information Technology will be explored to help the student determine the appropriate degree plan. Career paths will include but not be limited to software development, computer science, database, networking, system administration and operations, end user support, web design, and management. The student will learn ethical concerns in business and information technology including the AMC Code of Ethics. Lecture 2 hours per week.

ITN 101 Introduction to Network Concepts

3 credit(s)
Maps to MTA Networking Fundamentals, MTA Windows-Server Fundamentals

Provides instruction in networking media, physical and logical topologies, common networking standards and popular networking protocols. Course content emphasizes the TCP/IP protocol suite and related IP addressing schemes, including CIDR. Course content also includes selected topics in network implementation, support and LAN/WAN connectivity. Lecture 3 hours per week.

ITN 106 Microcomputer Operating Systems

4 credit(s)
Maps to CompTia A+

Teaches use of operating system utilities and multiple-level directory structures, creation of batch files, and configuration of microcomputer environments. May include a study of graphical user interfaces. Lecture 4 hours per week.

ITN 170 Linux System Administration

3 credit(s)
Maps to Linux+ certification.

Focuses instruction on the installation, configuration and administration of the Linux operating system and emphasizes the use of Linux as a network client and workstation. Lecture 3 hours per week.

ITN 200 Administration of Network Resources

3 credit(s)
Maps to CompTia Network+

Focuses on the management of local area network servers. Teaches proper structuring of security systems. Explains print queues, disk management, and other local area network (LAN) issues. Presents concerns and issues for the purchase and installation of hardware and software upgrades. Can be taught using any network operating system or a range of operating systems as a delivery tool. Lecture 3 hours per week.

ITN 257 Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Services

3 credit(s)
Maps to AWS Cloud certification.

Focuses on cloud infrastructure, deployment, security models, and the key considerations in migrating to cloud computing. Covers the technologies and processes required to build traditional, virtualized, and cloud data center environments, including computation, storage, networking, desktop and application virtualization, business continuity, security, and management. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

ITN 260 Network Security Basics

3 credit(s)
Maps to Microsoft MTA Security Fundamentals certification.

Prerequisite(s): CSC 110, CSC 200, ITN 101 and ITN 261

Maps to CompTIA Security+ certification.

Provides instruction in the basics of network security in depth. Course content includes security objectives, security architecture, security models and security layers. Course content also includes risk management, network security policy, and security training. Course content includes security keys, confidentiality integrity, availability, accountability and auditability. Lecture 3 hours per week.

ITN 261 Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking

3 credit(s)
Maps to CompTIA Security+ certification.

Prerequisite(s): ITN 101

Students will have the opportunity to earn the Microsoft Security Fundamentals certification. Encompasses in-depth exploration of various methods for attacking and defending a network. Explores network security concepts from the viewpoint hackers and their attack methodologies. Includes topics about hackers, attacks, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) malicious code, computer crime and industrial espionage. Lecture 3 hours per week.

ITN 262 Network Communication, Security and Authentication

3 credit(s)
Maps to Cisco CCNA certification.

Provides an in-depth exploration of various security layers needed to protect the network. Explores Network Security from the viewpoint of the environment in which the network operates and the necessity to secure that environment to lower the security risk to the network. Includes physical security, personnel security, operating system security, software security and database security. Lecture 3 hours per week.

ITN 266 Network Security Layers

3 credit(s)
Maps to Cisco CCCA certification

Provides an in-depth exploration of various security layers needed to protect the network. Explores Network Security from the viewpoint of the environment in which the network operates and the necessity to secure that environment to lower the security risk to the network. Includes physical security, personnel security, operating system security, software security and database security. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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