Information Systems Security
Curriculum Description
Information Systems Security covers a broad expanse of technology concepts. This curriculum provides individuals with the skills required to implement effective and comprehensive information security controls.
Course work includes networking technologies, operating systems administration, information policy, intrusion detection, security administration and industry best practices to protect data communications.
Graduates should be prepared for employment as security administrators. Additionally, they will acquire the skills that allow them to pursue security certifications.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25270
Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2009
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Select one: | |||||
| Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| NET 125 | Networking Basics | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| NET 126 | Routing Basics | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| NOS 110 | Operating System Concepts | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SEC 110 | Security Concepts | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 8 | 13 | 0 | 14 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Select one: | |||||
| Mathematical Models | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Survey of Mathematics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| College Algebra | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Select one: | |||||
| Linux/UNIX Single User | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Windows Admin I | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| NOS 130 | Windows Single User | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| SEC 150 | Secure Communications | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| SEC 160 | Secure Admin I | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 10 | 10 | 0 | 15 | |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Select one: | |||||
| Introduction to Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Info Sys Business Concept | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| ENG 111 | Expository Writing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| ___ ___ | Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| Total: | 9 | 0 | 0 | 12 | |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DBA 110 | Database Concepts | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SEC 210 | Intrusion Detection | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| SEC 220 | Defense-In-Depth | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| Total: | 6 | 7 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS 115 | Intro to Prog & Logic | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| SEC 289 | Security Capstone Project | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| Total: | 6 | 7 | 0 | 15 | |
Total Credit Hours: 71
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: ART 111, HUM 110, HUM 120, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215 or PHI 240. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
Elective Group 1 – Select a minimum of 6 credit hours: COE 111, CTS 120, CTS 210, NET 175, NET 225, NET 270, NET 271, NOS 220, NOS 221, NOS 231
Elective Group 2 – Select a minimum of 6 credit hours: CCT 110, CCT 121, CTS 155, CTS 220, NET 226, NET 272, NET 273, NOS 222, NOS 232, SEC 240
** Hours vary depending on course selection.
A25270