Cybersecurity, AAS
A25590S
Official Program Description registered with the NC Community College System:
The Information Technology (IT) curriculum prepares graduates for employment in the technology sector as designers, testers, support technicians, system administrators, developers, or programmers who use computer software and\or hardware to design, process, implement and manage information systems in specialties such as database services, security, business intelligence, healthcare informatics and others depending on the technical path selected within this curriculum.
Course work includes development of a student’s ability to create, store, communicate, exchange and use information to solve technical issues related to information support and services, interactive media, network systems, programming and software development, information security and other emerging technologies based on the selected area of study.
Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies which rely on computer systems to design and manage information. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.
Note
Cybersecurity is a fascinating and challenging career. Almost every type of computer related job requires an IT security professional. All data transfer devices, such as cell phones, tablets, laptops, servers, automobiles, advanced manufacturing, agriculture equipment, game consoles, etc., require security considerations. A skilled IT security professional is the first and often last line of defense in securing electronic data and communications.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Cybersecurity program, a graduate should be able to:
- Evaluate security techniques and employ tools to identify and analyze IT risks.
- Apply appropriate countermeasures to secure systems against threats.
- Use modern tools and best practices to complete an IT security project from the definition phase through implementation within eight weeks.
Degree Awarded
The Associate in Applied Science Degree – Cybersecurity is awarded by the College upon completion of this program.
Note
Students will need access to a computer to complete work outside the classroom. In addition to textbooks, students will be required to provide their own portable storage media, for most classes.
For More Information
The Cybersecurity program is in the Business and Computer Technologies Division. For more information, call (919) 739-6879, or visit us at our web site at www.waynecc.edu
First Semester
| ACA 111 | College Student Success |
1
| 1 |
| CTI 110 | Web, Programming, and Database, Foundation |
4
| 3 |
| CTS 115 | Information Systems Business Concepts |
3
| 3 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry |
3
| 3 |
| NET 125 | Introduction to Networks |
5
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 13 |
Second Semester
| | Elective 1 | | 3 |
| CSC 121 | Python Programming |
5
| 3 |
| ENG 114 | Professional Research & Reporting |
3
| 3 |
| NET 126 | Routing Basics |
5
| 3 |
| NOS 120 | Linux/UNIX Single User |
4
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 15 |
Third Semester
| CCT 250 | Network Vulnerabilities I |
4
| 3 |
| CTI 120 | Network and Security Foundation |
4
| 3 |
| SEC 110 | Security Concepts |
4
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 9 |
Fourth Semester
| CCT 121 | Computer Crime Invest. |
5
| 4 |
| CCT 251 | Network Vulnerabilities II |
4
| 3 |
| SEC 150 | Secure Communications |
4
| 3 |
| SEC 160 | Security Administration I |
4
| 3 |
| SEC 175 | Perimeter Defense |
5
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 15 |
Fifth Semester
| SEC 285 | Systems Security Project |
5
| 3 |
| | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective |
3
| 3 |
| | Major Elective | | 1 |
| | Math Elective | | 3-4 |
| | Social/Behavioral Science Elective |
3
| 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | | 13-14 |
Total Credit Hours: 65-66
Electives
Elective 1
Select one of the following:
| CTI 115 | Computer Systems Foundation |
4
| 3 |
| CTS 120 | Hardware/Software Support |
5
| 3 |
Math Electives
Select one of the following:
| MAT 110 | Mathematical Measurement and Literacy |
4
| 3 |
| MAT 121 | Algebra/Trigonometry I |
4
| 3 |
| MAT 143 | Quantitative Literacy |
4
| 3 |
| MAT 171 | Precalculus Algebra |
5
| 4 |
Major Elective
Select one of the following:
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives
Choose one course from the
Humanities/Fine Arts list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.
Social/Behavioral Science Electives
Choose one course from the Social/Behavioral Science list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.