CISCO Network Administration with Cybersecurity, Certificate
- Academic Year: 2020-2021
- Division / Department: Business Programs / Computer Information Systems & Multimedia
- Degree Code: CIS.NETCYBER.CERT
This one-year certificate program teaches students introductory networking, operating systems, and cybersecurity skills to prepare them to enter the industry.
Students have the opportunity to earn multiple industry certifications including the CompTia A+ (first exam), Security+, Linux+ (first exam), and the CISCO CCENT certifications. McLennan Community College is a CISCO Local Academy.
Marketable Skills
1. Understand and apply computing terminology and concepts used in the workplace- Critical Thinking/Communication.
2. Apply fundamentals of computer programming in structured design concepts- Critical Thinking/Communication.
3. Configure, use, and troubleshoot computer operating systems and/or application software Critical Thinking.
4. Use the Internet to locate, transfer, research and publish information at a level appropriate for the academic and work environment. Critical Thinking/Communication.
5. Install and evaluate desktop and network security protocols and principles- Critical Thinking.
Semester I
BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications
Course Description× BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces and develops foundational skills in applying essential and emerging business productivity information technology tools. The focus of this course is on business productivity software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, data analytics, and business-oriented utilization of the internet. Required for students taking the Business Field of Study. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
ITCC 1314 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks
Course Description× ITCC 1314 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks Lab Fee: $15.00 Covers networking architecture, structure, and functions; introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media and operations to provide a foundation for the curriculum. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/3 lab) MCC is a local CISCO Academy. This is one of three courses leading up to the CISCO Certified Network Administrator certification. |
3 hours |
ITSY 1342 Information Technology Security
Course Description× ITSY 1342 Information Technology Security Lab Fee: $15.00 Instructs on security for network computer hardware, software, virtualization, and data, including physical security; backup procedures; relevant tools; encryption; and protection from viruses. Topics may adapt to changes in industry practices. Students will learn to ensure the physical security of file servers and other network components using best practices; develop backup procedures to provide for data security; use network operating system features to implement network security; describe the nature of computer viruses, their methods of spreading, and means of protecting networks from viruses; use relevant tools to provide for network security; and use encryption techniques to protect network data. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
ITSC 1325 Personal Computer Hardware
Course Description× ITSC 1325 Personal Computer Hardware Lab Fee: $15.00 Studies current personal computer hardware including assembly, upgrading, setup, configuration, and troubleshooting. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) This course prepares students for the DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Comptia A+ Hardware Certification. |
3 hours |
ITSC 1305 Introduction to PC Operating Systems
Course Description× ITSC 1305 Introduction to PC Operating Systems Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces personal computer operating systems, including installation, configuration, file management, memory and storage management, control of peripheral devices and use of utilities. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
15 hours |
Semester II
ITCC 1344 CCNA 2: Switch/Rout/Wireless Essen
Course Description× ITCC 1344 CCNA 2: Switch/Rout/Wireless Essen Describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in small networks and introduces wireless local area networks (WLAN)and security concepts; provides an in-depth understanding of how routers and switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment. Prerequisite: ITCC 1314 Semester Hours: 3 (2 lec/ 3 lab) MCC is a local CISCO Academy. This is one of three courses leading up to the CISCO Certified Network Administrator certification. |
3 hours |
ITSE 2309 Database Programming
Course Description× ITSE 2309 Database Programming Lab Fee: $15.00 Covers database development using database programming techniques emphasizing database structures, modeling, and database access. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
ITSC 1316 Linux Installation and Configuration
Course Description× ITSC 1316 Linux Installation and Configuration Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduction to Linux operating system. Includes Linux installation, basic administration, utilities and commands, upgrading, networking, security, and application installation. Emphasizes hands-on setup, administration, and management of Linux. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) This course prepares students for the first of two CompTia Linux+ Core Professional Certification (two exams). |
3 hours |
ITSY 2342 Incident Response and Handling
Course Description× ITSY 2342 Incident Response and Handling Lab Fee: $15.00 In-depth coverage of incident response and incident handling, including identifying sources of attacks and security breaches; analyzing security logs; recovering the system to normal; performing postmortem analysis; and implementing and modifying and modifying security measures. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) This course prepares students for the DoD Approged 8570 Baseline CompTia CySA+ Certification. |
3 hours |
12 hours |
Total hours: | 27 hours |