IT Networking and Cybersecurity

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Prerequisite: None

Open to: Juniors & Seniors

Length: Year

Dual Credit: LLCC 142 Introduction to Ethics, Security and Networking   

Certification: CompTIA - Security +

This course provides an overview of current technology concepts and trends. It explores more fully computer security topics and the basic network, with a focus on understanding the most common threat types and implementing basic protection systems for device, data, and network protection. Professional ethics in the computer field will also be examined. Units of instruction will include; the key components of a computer network along with there main functions, the main security threats on today’s technology, the different types of cybersecurity challenges that professionals are facing. Students will also learn best practices for a successful career in the field.  

Prerequisite: IT Networking and Cybersecurity I 

Open to: Seniors with completion of IT Networking and Cybersecurity I 

Length: Year

Dual Credit: LLCC 241 Security Plus  

Certification: GSEC - Global Security Essentials Certification 

IT Networking and Cybersecurity II is a skill-level course for students that have completed IT Networking and Cybersecurity I. Students will continue to build on the skills and concepts introduced in the first year. The course drives deeper into computer security topics and networks, with a focus on understanding the most common threat types and implementing basic protection systems for device, data, and network protection. Professional ethics in the computer field will also be examined. Units of instruction will include; the key components of a computer network along with there main functions, the main security threats on today’s technology, the different types of cybersecurity challenges that professionals are facing. Students will also learn best practices for a successful career in the field.