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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY AND ASSURANCE

(27 Credit Hours)

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YEAR ONE FALL SEMESTER

(First Semester)

 

 

Course Title:

ITSC 1301

Introduction to Computers

Course Level:

Introductory

Credit Hours:

3

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Course Description: Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, = and human resources.

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Learning Outcomes: Identify the componen= ts of a computer system; demonstrate basic understanding of commonly used applications; explain the impact of computers on society; explore computer careers; identify fundamental programming structures; and demonstrate proficiency in basic operating system functions.

 

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Course Title:

ITSC 1325

Personal Computer Hardware

Course Level:

Introductory

Credit Hours:

3

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Course Description: A study of current personal computer hardware including personal computer assembly and upgrading, setup and configuration, and troubleshooting.

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Learning Outcomes: Assemble/setup and up= grade personal computer systems; diagnose and isolate faulty components; optimi= ze system performance; and install/connect peripherals.

 

1st Semester Credit Hour Total

6

 

 

 

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YEAR ONE SPRING SEMESTER

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Course Title:

ITSC 1305

Introduction to PC Operating Systems

Course Level:

Introductory

Credit Hours:

3

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Course Description: A study of personal computer operating systems. Topics include installation and configuration, file management, memory and storage management, control of peripheral devices, and use of utilities.

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Learning Outcomes: Install, configure, a= nd maintain the operating system; perform basic file management operations; organize and allocate primary and secondary storage; access and control peripheral devices; and demonstrate the use of utilities.

 

 

Course Title:

ITNW 1421

Introduction to Networking

Course Level:

Introductory

Credit Hours:

4

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Course Description: Introduction to the fundamentals, basic concepts, and terminology of networks. Topics include= the access and use of the Internet and networking hardware and software, including current developments in networking.

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Learning Outcomes: Describe various netw= ork topologies and network operating systems; access and use network services; identify hardware and software network components and their functionality; and explain public and private communication infrastructures.

 

2nd Semester Credit Hour Total

7

Year One Credit Hour Total

13

 

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YEAR TWO FALL SEMESTER

(Third Semester)

 

 

Course Title:

ITSY 1300

Fundamentals of Information Security

Course Level:

Introductory

Credit Hours:

3

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Course Description: Basic information se= curity goals of availability, integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality. Vocabula= ry and terminology specific to the field of information security are discuss= ed. Identification of exposures and vulnerabilities and appropriate countermeasures are addressed. The importance of appropriate planning and administrative controls is also discussed.

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Learning Outcomes: Discuss information security goals, availability, ethics, intellectual property, integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality; define vocabulary/terminology related to information security; identify security exposures, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures; discuss the importance of planning and administrative controls; identify elements of information security risk management; and identify best practices and appropriate defenses, including firewalls, encryption, physical security, intrusion detection, and biometrics.

 

 

Course Title:

ITSE 1402

Computer Programming

Course Level:

Introductory

Credit Hours:

4

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Course Description: Introduction to comp= uter programming with emphasis on the fundamentals of structured design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and files.

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Learning Outcomes: Use structured progra= mming techniques; develop correct executable programs; and create appropriate documentation

 

3rd Semester Credit Hour Total

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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YEAR TWO SPRING SEMESTER

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Course Title:

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Networking with TCP/IP

Course Level:

Intermediate

Credit Hours:

3

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Course Description: Set up, configure, u= se, and support Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) on networking operating systems.

 

 

Course Title:

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Information Technology Security

Course Level:

Intermediate

Credit Hours:

4

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Course Description: Instruction in secur= ity for network hardware, software, and data, including physical security; ba= ckup procedures; relevant tools; encryption; and protection from viruses.

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Learning Outcomes: Ensure the physical security of file servers and other network components using best practice= s; develop backup procedures to provide for data security; use network opera= ting 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.

 

4th Semester Credit Hour Total

7

Year 2 Credit Hour Total

14

Total Program Credit Hours

27