Course Catalog

Cybersecurity, TCC (IS81) Technical Certificate of Credit

Campus Locations: Valdosta, Online

The Cybersecurity certificate is designed to give students the knowledge they need to understand and maintain computer information systems security.

This program qualifies for the HOPE Career Grant.

Program Outcomes: Graduates of this program will possess the ability to effectively plan, implement, and coordinate information security measures. They will demonstrate proficiency in installing security software, monitoring for breaches, and responding swiftly when necessary. Graduates will excel in prioritizing tasks and collaborating within team settings. They will also exhibit strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with adept problem-solving and analytical abilities essential for successful careers in information security.

Careers: Security System Administrator, Cyber Data Analyst, Information Security Associate, Penetration Tester, Information Security Engineer

Length of Program: 2 Terms

Admission Requirements:

General College Admissions and Placement

Curriculum Outline (26 hours)

Occupational Courses	26
CIST 1601Information Security Fundamentals Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course provides a broad overview of information security. It covers terminology, history, security systems development and implementation. Student will also cover the legal, ethical, and professional issues in information security.	3
CIST 1602Security Policies and Procedures Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None This course provides knowledge and experience to develop and maintain security policies and procedures. Students will explore the legal and ethical issues in information security and the various security layers: physical security, personnel security, operating systems, network, software, communication and database security. Students will develop an Information Security Policy and an Acceptable Use Policy.	3
CIST 2601Implementing Operation Systems Security Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): CIST 1601 and (CIST 1401 or CIST 2451 or CIST 2441) Co-requisite(s): None This course will provide knowledge and the practical experience necessary to configure the most common server platforms. Lab exercises will provide students with experience of establishing operating systems security for the network environment.	4
CIST 2602Network Security Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): CIST 1601 and (CIST 1401 or CIST 2451 or CIST 2441) Co-requisite(s): None This course provides knowledge and the practical experience necessary to evaluate, implement and manage secure information transferred over computer networks. Topics include network security, intrusion detection, types of attacks, methods of attacks, security devices, basics of cryptography and organizational security elements.	4
CIST 2611Implementing Internet/Intranet Firewalls Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): CIST 1601 and (CIST 1401 or CIST 2451 or CIST 2441) Co-requisite(s): None Students will learn how to plan, design, install and configure firewalls that will allow key services while maintaining security. This will include protecting the Internal IP services, configuring a firewall for remote access and managing a firewall.	4
CIST 2612Computer Forensics Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): CIST 1122, CIST 1601 Co-requisite(s): None This course examines the use of computers in the commission of crimes, collection, analysis and production of digital evidence. Students will use computer resources to explore basic computer forensic investigation techniques.	4
CIST 2613Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): CIST 1601 Co-requisite(s): None This course teaches students the skills needed to obtain entry-level security specialist jobs. It provides a hands-on introduction to ethical hacking, and penetration testing. It is for individuals who want to enhance their information security skill set and help meet the growing demand for security professionals. Topics include network and computer attacks, footprinting and social engineering, port scanning, enumeration, OS vulnerabilities, hacking web servers, hacking wireless networks, cryptography and network protection systems.	4