Cybersecurity (APCSCY)
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Description
In this program, students are introduced to the skills and strategies needed to plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. Students will learn networking and network security skills using server, infrastructure and perimeter technologies working in Linux operating systems, Cisco infrastructure and perimeter devices, and Microsoft operating systems.
Articulation
Eastern Michigan University, BS degree
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site. Articulation Agreements.
Continuing Eligibility
Minimum grade of "C" in all major courses
Contact Information
- Division
- Business/Computer Technologies
- Department
- Computer Instruction Dept
- Advisors
- Cyndi Millns
Requirements
(Items marked with an icon
are available online.)
First Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIS 121 | Linux/UNIX I: Fundamentals | 4 | |
| CNT 206 | Introduction to Networks | 4 | |
| CNT 216 | Routing and Switching Essentials | 4 | |
| Elective(s) | Writing/Composition * | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | ||
Second Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNT 201 | Administering Microsoft Windows Client Operating Systems | 3 | |
| CNT 211 | or | Installation, Storage, and Compute - Windows Server 2016 | |
| CNT 223 | or | Networking with Windows Server 2016 | |
| CNT 224 | Identity with Windows Server 2016 | 4 | |
| CPS 141 | Introduction to Programming Using Python | 4 | |
| Natural Sciences Elective(s) | 3 | ||
| Total | 14 | ||
Third Semester
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSS 201 | Introduction to Cryptography | 3 | |
| CSS 210 | Network Perimeter Protection - CCNA Security | 4 | |
| Elective(s) | Arts and Humanities | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Writing/Composition or Communication ** | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Social and Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Total | 16 | ||
- Total Credits Required
- 61
Footnotes
*Students planning to transfer to a 4-year college should take ENG 111; otherwise,
student may consider ENG 107.
**Students should consider COM 101 or COM 225.