Information Security I - Major #2714

Certificate Program Map
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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


Designed to meet the training needs for qualified entry-level computer network security professionals. It is also designed to help prepare students for industry standard security certifications like CompTIA Security+, CyberSecurity Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and others.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Given a business scenario, assess and control risk, create a blueprint for security, control network remote access, and manage e-mail and website security.
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester

Certificate Requirements

13 units

CIT 40
Computer Operating Systems

4 units
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
This course is designed to look at the principles of computer operating systems. The students will survey and compare both the graphical user interface and the command line interface using various operating systems such as Microsoft Windows and Linux. (A, CSU)
Course Details:
  1. Prerequisite: CIT 12
  2. Prerequisite: CIT 15
    1. CSU Transfer Course

      CIT 57
      Wireless Network Security

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
      This course provides a basic understanding of wireless networking. It covers how to plan, design, and configure wireless networks and equipment. Basic security for wireless networks. This class is meant to provide a background for students in preparation for Wireless Network Security certification exams. (A, CSU)
      Course Details:
      1. Advisory: CIT 15
      2. Advisory: CIT 40
      3. Advisory: CIT 45
      4. Advisory: CIT 50
      5. Advisory: ENGL 1A
        1. CSU Transfer Course

          CIT 58B
          Computer Forensics

          3 units
          Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
          This course is an introduction to the methods used to conduct a computer forensics investigation. Topics include an overview of computer forensics as a profession, the computer investigation process, operating systems’ boot processes and disk structures, data acquisition and analysis, ethics, and a review of standard computer forensic tools. (A, CSU)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: CIT 15
          2. Advisory: CIT 40
          3. Advisory: CIT 45
          4. Advisory: CIT 50
          5. Advisory: ENGL 1A
            1. CSU Transfer Course

              CIT 58C
              Security+ Fundamentals

              3 units
              Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
              This course is designed to familiarize the student with a comprehensive overview of network security. It covers a full range of security concepts and techniques used in the business environment. Prepares students to become CompTIA Security+ certified. Students will learn about authentication methods, explore various network devices and media, and be introduced to basic cryptography and organizational security measures. (A, CSU)
              Course Details:
              1. Prerequisite: CIT 15
              2. Prerequisite: CIT 48A
              3. Advisory: CIT 40
              4. Advisory: CIT 45
              5. Advisory: CIT 50
              6. Advisory: ENGL 1A
                1. CSU Transfer Course
                  Total: 13 units