Network Security/Computer Technician - Formerly Networking/Computer Technician – Major #2721

Certificate of Achievement 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.


This option is designed to meet the training needs for qualified entry-level microcomputer and networking technicians.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Construct and apply an IP addressing scheme for a simple network problem.
  2. 2. Configure a router for communication on both Ethernet and serial ports with given instructions or scenarios.
  3. 3. Define and apply digital numbering systems.
  4. 4. Explain how networks are interconnected and understand how operating system software affects the hardware.
  5. 5. Install and configure the network server operating system software, and manage servers, users, and resources with a server manager utility, and monitor network system performance.
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester

Term 1

10 units

CIT 15
Computer Concepts

3 units
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
This course is designed as an introduction to computer concepts and their use. The topics in this course include the basic principles of hardware and software, application programs, systems software, telecommunications, networks, program design, the Internet, and the World Wide Web. Students will work with Windows and the Internet, word processing, spreadsheet, database programs, and a programming language. (A, CSU, UC)
Course Details:
  1. Advisory: ENGL 1A
    1. CSU Transfer Course

      CIT 48B
      A+ and Security Principles

      4 units
      Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
      This course is intended to cover skills for personal computer software and hardware support. The students will look at server software and hardware support: installation, configuration, diagnosing and troubleshooting system software, basic networking, memory management, server principles and configuration, and network security. The students will be introduced to network security, legal, ethical, and professional security issues, and risk management. (A, CSU)
      Course Details:
      1. Advisory: ENGL 1A
      2. Advisory: CIT 15
        1. CSU Transfer Course

          EST 55A
          Digital Concepts

          3 units
          Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
          Introduction to digital systems and subcomponents. Introduction to analog vs. digital world, numbering systems, logic gates, decoders, encoders, multiplexer and multiplexed transmission, registers and memory devices, as well as, digital circuit design using computer software. (A, CSU)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: EST 54

                Term 2

                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 45
                    Data Communications

                    3 units
                    Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
                    This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP (Internet Protocol) addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for further study of computer networks. It uses the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) and TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers. (A, CSU)
                    Course Details:
                    1. Prerequisite: CIT 15
                    2. Prerequisite: CIT 48A
                    3. 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

                                Term 3

                                10 units

                                CIT 49
                                Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials

                                3 units
                                Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
                                This course covers switching technologies and router operations that support small-to-medium business networks and includes wireless local area networks (WLANs) and security concepts. Students learn key switching and routing concepts. Students will perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN. (A, CSU)
                                Course Details:
                                1. Prerequisite: CIT 45
                                2. Advisory: ENGL 1A
                                  1. CSU Transfer Course

                                    CIT 50
                                    Server Administration

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
                                    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the implementation and support of a computer network infrastructure. The topics will include installing, configuring, and supporting the fundamentals of Windows and Linux servers. (A, CSU)
                                    Course Details:
                                    1. Prerequisite: CIT 45
                                    2. Advisory: CIT 15
                                    3. Advisory: CIT 48B
                                    4. Advisory: ENGL 1A
                                      1. CSU Transfer Course

                                        CIT 58F
                                        Ethical Hacking

                                        3 units
                                        Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
                                        This course is designed to look at the basic hacking and the ethics involved in testing systems and networks using hacking tools to judge the level of vulnerability. Penetration testing methodologies, security certification programs, laws governing hacking, tools such as port scanners and network sniffers as well as spyware, adware, worms, and viruses. (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
                                            Total: 33 units