Computer Network Security Technician, Certificate of Achievement

The Computer Network Security Technician program prepares students for a variety of career opportunities including the networking field. The program prepares students for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and CCNA Security certification tests and CompTIA A+ tests. Constantly evolving and modernizing classes include targeted skills training in emerging technologies like Wireless, Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, and Operating System Hardening. Many of these subjects have become basic required knowledge in other career fields. Students in Business, the Sciences, Arts, and Administration of Justice will all need skills in network technologies to excel in their fields. This course path gives training in today's important tech knowledge areas. This certificate includes courses that apply towards an AS degree in Computer Network Technician and Computer Network Technician with emphasis in Security. This degree incorporates the latest in emerging technologies and skills employers are seeking.

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Analyze network security for enterprise networks and demonstrate proper network design.
  2. Demonstrate advanced security IOS implementation (IPS, IPSEC, VPN's).
  3. Demonstrate mastery of a networking knowledge base equivalent to obtaining CCNA in Security certifications from Cisco Systems.

Core Requirements

Complete 22.5 units

ELECT 014C

Troubleshooting Computers

2.5

ELECT 030A

Introduction to Computer Networks

4

ELECT 030B

Advanced Electronic Computer Networks

4

ELECT 030C

Basic Electronic Network Systems

4

ELECT 030D

Advanced Electronic Network Systems

4

ELECT 034

Network Systems Security

4

Minimum Units Required: 22.5

Complete all courses with a grade of "C" or better.