Computer System Configuration and Support, Security
This award is not eligible for Financial Aid
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Computer System Configuration and Support, Security program is designed to prepare students for entry-level computer maintenance, help desk, and network technician jobs with an emphasis on security. The courses focus on the development of knowledge and skills in computer and security technologies including system components, installation, system configuration, peripheral devices, and notebooks. Emphasis is placed on preventing, identifying, and mitigating threats to the security of information systems and utilizing the basic tools for information security. This program helps prepare participants for the CompTIA A+, Security+, and certification exams. Students who complete this program may seek employment in a variety of environments. Students can also pursue additional Certificates of Completion (CCLs) in a variety of specializations within the information technology field to deepen their knowledge and skills and help prepare them for multiple industry certification examinations. The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Network and Systems Administration is also available.
This is a Fast Track Certificate, which can be completed in two semesters or less.
Details
Field of Interest
Computer and Information Technology
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Computer System Configuration and Support, Security (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5040N
Total credits required
9-16
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Students who pursue this Certificate of Completion (CCL) should have a basic level of computer literacy including navigating the internet and computer systems or take CIS105 as indicated in the required courses. Students with the requisite skills may have the CIS105 requirement waived by permission of the Program Director.
Courses within any of the following prefixes must be taken within five (5) years prior to completion of the program to be applied toward this award: AIM, BPC, CIS, CLD, CNT, CSC, ITS, and MST.
What You'll Learn
- Assess computer hardware and software using critical thinking, industry standard tools, and best practices to demonstrate proper installation, configuration, maintenance, and service. (BPC170, BPC270, CIS105, CIS126DL, CIS126RH, CIS190, CNT140AB)
- Assess operating systems using critical thinking, industry standard tools, and best practices to demonstrate proper installation, configuration, maintenance, and service. (BPC270, CIS105, CIS126DL, CIS126RH)
- Integrate social and ethical responsibility in decision-making and actions. (CIS270, ITS110)
- Manage administrative access and user security policies within systems. (CIS270, ITS110)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 9-16 | |
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) OR | |
| Permission of Program Director (0) | 0-3 | |
| BPC170 | A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support | 3 |
| BPC270 | A+ Exam Prep: Operating System Configuration and Support | 3 |
| Select from one of the following areas of specialization. | ||
| Specialization 1: Credits | 3-6 | |
| CIS270 | Essentials of Network and Information Security (3) | |
| OR | ||
| ITS110 | Information Security Fundamentals (3) AND | |
| CIS126DL | Linux Operating System (3) OR | |
| CIS126RH | Red Hat System Administration I (3) | 3-6 |
| Specialization 2: Credits | 6-7 | |
| CNT140AB | Introduction to Networks (4) OR | |
| CIS190 | Introduction to Networking (3) | 3-4 |
| CIS270 | Essentials of Network and Information Security | 3 |
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