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 Committee on National Security Systems in conjunction with the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) jointly announced Forsyth Technical Community College the designation as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense. Students can choose several options to obtain this recognition as well as receive your degree credential. Review options under program options. In addition, certification exams are highly recommended after completing certificate related courses.
Contact: Dr. Deanne Wesley for additional information.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25270
NC CIP: 11.1003
Evening
POS Approved: Fall 2016
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NET 125 | Networking Basics | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| NET 126 | Routing Basics | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| NOS 110 | Operating System Concepts REVISED 2016FA | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SEC 110 | Security Concepts | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Introduction to Computers REVISED 2016FA | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| Total: | 7 | 15 | 0 | 14 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOS 120 | Linux/UNIX Single User | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| NOS 130 | Windows Single User | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| SEC 150 | Secure Communications | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| SEC 160 | Security Administration I | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 10 | 10 | 0 | 15 | |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Introduction to Business | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Info Sys Business Concept REVISED 2016FA | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Select one: | |||||
| Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (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 |
| SEC 289 | Security Capstone Project | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Elective | ** | ** | ** | 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 | |
| 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 List 1 – Select a minimum of 6 credit hours: CCT 231, CTS 118, CTS 120, CTS 240, CTS 210, NET 175, NET 225, NOS 220, NOS 221, NOS 231, WBL 111
Elective List 2 – Select a minimum of 6 credit hours: CCT 110, CCT 121, CCT 250, CTS 155, CTS 220, NET 110, NET 226, NOS 222, NOS 230, NOS 232, WEB 230
Students are encouraged to take CCT-231 and CCT-250 that are designated by the Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) that is sponsored by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Please note that NET-110 is required prior to taking CCT-250.
** Hours vary depending on course selection.
A25270