This certificate will help to prepare students for an entry-level position in the field of information security. Upon completion of coursework, students will have the foundation needed to pursue CompTIA's Security+ certification. Students wishing to pursue an A.A.S. degree may apply these credits to the Information Security A.A.S. degree. Students are also encouraged to obtain the Cisco CCNA Preparation Certificate, which also may be applied to the Information Security A.A.S. degree program.
Curriculum
Learning Foundations Reading Requirements
- All students must read English at an acceptable level in order to begin college-level courses. The college assesses two levels of reading proficiency as shown below. Both must be satisfied in order to enroll in college-level classes.
- Meet a basic reading standard by placement exam score by taking DVR-0051 or ESL-0105, or by exemption due to prior college coursework.
- Meet college-level reading standards by placement exam score, by taking DVR-0061 DVR-0071 or ESL-0106, or by exemption as a result of prior college coursework.
Info. Security Required Courses (cert.)
- Take the five INT courses listed.
- Take one of the following: FOS-2600, ENT-2190, INT-2690, or INT-2760.