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Advanced Network Security (certificate)


Official Title of Certificate: Advanced Network Security, Certificate 

Award: Certificate  

Code: CRT.CIS.NET-SEC-ADV

Total Credit Hours: 16

About the Cybersecurity, Networking and Digital Forensics department

Purpose: Provides students with the hands-on skills and knowledge to protect cyber computer networks. Skills covered include the design and implementation of firewalls, IDS, wireless security, cryptography, Linux security, Windows security, among others. In addition to network security fundamentals students will learn valuable defense and countermeasures.

Range of Occupations

  • Internet security specialist
  • IT compliance specialist
  • IT manager
  • Network administrator
  • Network analyst
  • Systems analyst

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Certificate Graduation Requirements


To graduate with a certificate, students must have demonstrated eligibility for ENG 101 ENG 101A , ENG 111, ENG 115, or ENG 121. See Academic Regulations on Graduation Requirements .

Program Outcomes


Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Perform TCP/IP addressing, routing, and packet filtering.
  • Install proxy servers, firewalls, and virtual private networks (VPNs).
  • Secure network perimeters and harden network infrastructure.
  • Identify the priorities and processes used to protect computer and network systems.
  • Identify network vulnerabilities, implement network defense strategies and develop alternate solutions based upon cost and level of security required.

This program aligns with the college’s core competencies.

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