Apr 03, 2025

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2024-25 Catalog

Network Security and Cisco CCNA

The Network Security and Cisco CCNA Track certificates form the foundation for understanding hardware, installing operating systems, routers, switches and the network backbone. Students can qualify to take the CCNA and CCENT industry certifications.

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Program Requirements

Specific Requirements

Prerequisites

CSCI 100 - Survey of Computing

Total Prerequisite Credits: 5

Program Core Courses

Total Core Credits: 30

Related Instruction Courses

Total Related Instruction Credits: 15

Total Program Credits: 45

Program Outcomes

Install , configure, manage and harden operating systems
Explain and identify computer hardware
Explain IP addressing and configure, manage and troubleshoot IP routed network
Design secure networks and perform vulnerability assessment
Design IP Routed network and configure/manage routing
Prepares student to take A+ and CCNA certification exams.
Perform network penetration testing and install, configure and manage network security devices

Program Notes

This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
Students must achieve a minimum grade of 2.0 in each core class.
AAS degree programs emphasize preparation in specific job skills required for entry-level employment.
Not all classes are offered every quarter or at night.

General Requirements

Read the Associate Degree and Certificate Requirements.

Internal Coding

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Description	Network Sec Cisco CCNA CC C45
Academic Plan	CPVNCC45
CIP Code	11.0203