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Courses

IT 120   CompTIA A+ Core 2 (3 Hours)

This course aligns with the CompTIA A+ Core 2 certification exam. Students will learn to install and configure an operating system (OS), identify and apply fundamental security concepts, troubleshoot software and OS configurations and use best practice operational procedures. 2 hrs. lecture/2 hrs. lab/1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 141   Introduction to Networks (3 Hours)

Introduction to Networks is the first of 3 courses in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) curriculum. This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of Internet Protocol (IP) addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. By the end of the course, students will be able to build simple local area networks (LANs), perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab and 1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 150   Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 140 or IT 141.

Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials is the 2nd of 3 courses in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) curriculum. This course focuses on switching technologies and router operations that support small-to-medium business networks and includes wireless local area networks (WLANs) and security concepts. Students will learn how to perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab and 1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 151   VMware vSphere Essentials* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 120.

Students will gain a foundational understanding of virtualization and vSphere concepts, including cloud, network, and data center. Students will learn troubleshooting techniques and attain a working knowledge of managing a virtual environment using vSphere. 2 hrs. lecture/2 hrs. lab/1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 152   Google Cloud Fundamentals* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 120.

This course teaches students the skills to successfully manage and maintain Google Cloud solutions. Topics include configuring infrastructure and application modernization, securing cloud operations, and configuring, managing and deploying Google Cloud solutions. 2 hrs. lecture/2 hrs. lab/1hr. open lab/wk.

IT 153   AWS Cloud Foundations* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 120.

This course provides students with a fundamental understanding of cloud computing in Amazon Web Services (AWS). Topics include cloud concepts, core services, security, architecture, pricing, support and data center technologies. 2 hrs. lecture/2 hrs. lab/1hr. open lab/wk.

IT 155   Microsoft Administration Fundamentals* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 120 or IT 205.

This course is designed to provide students with foundational knowledge of cloud concepts and services in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure. Students will also learn about cloud security, privacy, compliance, and trust in these environments. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab, and 1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 175   Cybersecurity Fundamentals* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : (IT 120 or IT 205) and (IT 140 or IT 141).

This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws and regulations. Students will perform these tasks to support the principles of confidentiality, integrity and availability. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab, 1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 202   IT Scripting* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 231 .

The main objective of this course is to introduce students to writing scripts using Python. The course maps to the Python Institute PCAP (Python Certified Associate in Programming) certification exam with emphasis on networking programming. Topics covered in this course include lists, strings, dictionaries, functions, recursion, file processing, using modules, object-oriented programming and exception handling. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. open lab/wk.

IT 204   Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 145 or IT 150.

Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation is the 3rd of 3 courses in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) curriculum. The course describes the architectures and considerations related to designing, securing, operating and troubleshooting enterprise networks. The course covers wide area network (WAN) technologies and quality of service (QoS) mechanisms used for secure remote access along with the introduction of software-defined networking, virtualization, and automation concepts that support the digitalization of networks. Students gain skills to configure and troubleshoot enterprise networks and learn to identify and protect against cybersecurity threats. They are introduced to network management tools and learn key concepts of software-defined networking, including controller-based architectures and how application programming interfaces (APIs) enable network automation. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab and 1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 206   Network Security Fundamentals* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 145 or IT 150.

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and devices. Topics covered include network threats, mitigation techniques, securing network devices, implementing firewall technologies, implementing intrusion prevention, securing local area networks (LANs), implementing virtual private networks (VPNs), and managing a secure network. Hands-on exercises will be used to reinforce the concepts. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab and 1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 207   AWS Cloud Operations* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 153.

This course teaches students the skills to successfully manage cloud operations of Amazon Web Services (AWS). Topics include creating automatable and repeatable deployments of networks and systems using AWS features and tools for configuration and deployment. 2 hrs. lecture/2 hrs. lab/1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 223   Azure Administration* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 155 or IT 221.

This course teaches students the fundamentals of Azure Administration. Students will implement, manage and monitor a Microsoft Azure environment, including virtual networks, storage, compute, identity, security and governance. Students will also implement security controls that protect identity, access, data, applications and networks in cloud and hybrid environments as part of an end-to-end infrastructure. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab, and 1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 224   Modern Desktop Administrator* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 155 or IT 221.

This course teaches students the fundamentals of Modern Desktop Administration in a Microsoft Windows environment. Students will deploy, configure, secure, manage and monitor devices and client applications in an enterprise environment.

IT 230   Linux Fundamentals (3 Hours)

This course is designed to provide students with a fundamental understanding of the Linux operating system environment. Students successfully completing this course will be able to perform Linux installation and package management; execute common Linux commands and utilities; and accomplish different system tasks such as navigating the filesystem and utilizing the resources of a basic Linux system.

IT 231   Linux Administration* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 230.

This course is designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform competently as a Linux system administrator. Students successfully completing this course should be able to perform basic system administration tasks including configuring the graphical user interface, managing user accounts, managing system logging, configuring basic networking, writing shell scripts and maintaining system security.

IT 238   Digital Forensics* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : (IT 120 or IT 205) and IT 230.

This course will cover the fundamentals of computer and cyber forensics. Students will learn different aspects of digital evidence and methods to uncover illegal activities left on storage media. Various forensics tools, techniques and procedures will be used in a lab environment to perform forensic investigations. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab and 1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 239   Ethical Hacking* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : (IT 145 or IT 150) and IT 230.

This course introduces students to common computer vulnerabilities as well as exploits and techniques used by hackers. Students will develop countermeasures to mitigate attacks and strengthen system security. Topics covered include vulnerability scanning, social engineering, denial of service attacks, intrusion detection, buffer overflow and penetration testing. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab and 1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 257   Cybersecurity Operations* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 175 and (IT 150 or IT 145) and IT 230.

Cybersecurity Operations is designed to map to the Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification. The course covers knowledge and skills needed to successfully handle the tasks, duties and responsibilities of an associate-level Security Analyst working in a Security Operations Center (SOC). Topics covered include investigating endpoint vulnerabilities and attacks, evaluating network security alerts and applying incident response models to manage network security incidents. 2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. lab and 1 hr. open lab/wk.

IT 271   Information Technology Internship I* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : (IT 120 or IT 140 or IT 141 or IT 205 or IT 230) and Department approval.

This course affords the student the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to a real-world environment. Students will gain advanced information technology experience working with local employers, under instructional oversight, which will promote the student's career goals. Student will work a total of 300 hours/semester at an approved job site.

IT 272   Information Technology Internship II* (3 Hours)

Prerequisites : IT 271 and department approval.

This course is a continuation of IT 271, Internship I. It provides the student additional opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to an actual work environment. Students will work a total of 300 hours per semester at an approved job site.

IT 292   Special Topics:* (1-3 Hour)

Prerequisites : Department approval.

This course periodically presents specialized topics in computer networking that are not available in the regularly offered curriculum. Special Topics may be repeated for credit, but only on different topics. This is a repeatable course and may be taken more than once for credit.