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May 10, 2025
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2025-2026 Catalog
Network Security (certificate)
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Official Title of Major: Network Security, Certificate
Award: Certificate
Code: CRT.CIS.NET-SEC
Total Credit Hours: 16
About the Cybersecurity, Networking and Digital Forensics Department
Purpose: Gain the skills and knowledge required to configure LAN and WAN networks and to understand the basics of network cybersecurity theory and operation. Acquire in-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, Cisco IOS and experience configuring Cisco routers and switches.
Related Industry Certifications
This program provides partial foundation for the following industry recognized certifications: Network+ (CompTIA), and Security+ (CompTIA) industry certification exams.
Range of Occupations
- Customer service technician
- Help desk technician
- Internet security specialist
- Internet systems administrator
- IT compliance specialist
- Network administrator
- Network analyst
- Network support technician
- Service center technician
- Technical writer
Additional Certificate Requirements
Students must satisfy the prerequisites for each course in the certificate or have permission from the department chair to take each course.
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Entrance/Admission Requirements
Entrance Requirements
Students must satisfy the prerequisites for each course in the certificate or have permission of the academic chair to take each course. Online Degrees and Credit Certificates
This program can be completed fully online. Some online courses may require proctored exams or on-campus assessments at a testing center. Certificate Requirements: 16 credits
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: - Analyze a broadly-defined security problem and apply principles of cybersecurity to the design and implementation of solutions.
- Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in cybersecurity practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Function effectively as a member of a team engaged in cybersecurity activities.
Related Offerings
Students may wish to also review requirements for the related majors or programs linked below. Career and Educational Advancement Resources
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