This course provides students with a foundation in technology to include the fundamental knowledge of the hardware, software and skills necessary to set up and securely use a computer, keep it in good working order and perform basic support for PCs and computer networks. The lessons include practical setup guides, as well as hands-on labs. Upon completion, a student will be prepared to take and pass the CompTIA Tech+ certification exam.

Prerequisite(s): CYNX 2115 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C

This course provides students with a foundation in the fundamentals of all subjects related to the design, installation and maintenance of computer networks. Students will gain in depth knowledge of the OSI model, network implementations, and network troubleshooting.

Prerequisite(s): CYNX 2159 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of S

This course introduces the main hardware and software components of a modern computer system, investigates the vulnerabilities and threats associated with each component, and suggests prudent measures to defend against these threats

Prerequisite(s): CYNX 2115 with a minimum grade of C

This course explores security challenges encountered on backbone networks in an information and communications infrastructure. Topics include methods of tightening infrastructure security, a variety of tools for monitoring and managing infrastructure security and commonly-used technologies, such as firewalls, IDS, IPS and VPNs

This course provides students with an understanding of basic communication and presentation skills, professional attire, legal and ethical responsibilities, networking, and resume creation. This class will include experiential learning by involving the students in mock interviews and engaging activities with industry professionals.

Prerequisite(s): CYNX 2115 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C or CYNX 2202 with a minimum grade of S

This course is designed with the goal of creating a skilled and experienced industry certified cybersecurity professional. Through a series of modules and related hands-on work, this course builds on concepts covered in IT Fundamental and Network Fundamentals to understand topics and practical methods of network and system security. Students will gain in depth knowledge of network security and network operations.

The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner validates foundational, high-level understanding of AWS Cloud, services, and terminology. This is a good starting point on the AWS Certification journey for individuals with no prior IT or cloud experience switching to a cloud career or for line-of-business employees looking for foundational cloud literacy.

The apprenticeship course combines previously obtained classroom learning (school-based) with on-the-job learning to enable students to master certain work-based skills related to the high demand, high-tech field of Cybersecurity with the purpose that students are enabled to successfully enter the work force as skilled professionals. S/U grading.

Prerequisite(s): CYNX 2159 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of S

This class is the foundational course towards becoming a Penetration Tester. The course builds a strong foundation in IT, Networks, and the necessary programming skills by giving theoretical lessons, enforced with experiential learning exercises and labs held in a sophisticated virtual lab environment. At the end of the training, the student will possess the fundamental skills and practical knowledge to perform basic network security audits.

Prerequisite(s): CYNX 2115 with a minimum grade of C or CYNX 2202 with a minimum grade of S

This course is designed with the goal of creating a skilled cybersecurity certified professional. Through a series of modules and related hands-on experiential learning, this course provides the student with the necessary knowledge and techniques to demonstrate pivoting, conduct brute force password attacks, and enumerate system information on a target.

The apprenticeship course combines previously obtained classroom learning with on-the-job, experiential learning to enable students to develop skills related to the field of Cybersecurity with the purpose that students are enabled to successfully enter the work force.

Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2108 with a minimum grade of C

Study of topics of special interest in Cybersecurity, or directed experience in Cybersecurity by means of lecture, discussion, seminar, and research.