Cybersecurity II Proficiency Certificate
Description:
The Cybersecurity II Proficiency Certificate consists of courses that help to prepare students for these industry certification exams:
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) (CIS 274)
- Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) (CIS 261, CIS 274)
Students will develop the technical, analytical and problem-solving skills needed to protect both government and organizations' information technology assets. When completed, these courses may be applied to the Cybersecurity Associate in Applied Science Degree.
Program Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the Cybersecurity certificate, students will be able to:
- Detect, analyze, identify and resolve security vulnerabilities, threats & breaches using appropriate tools.
- Install, configure and monitor information systems security devices/software, as well as apply software patches and service packs
- Identify the implications of information systems configuration weaknesses
- Identify the implications of information systems policy/procedure weaknesses as well as human errors
- Determine the necessity for cyber investigation and retrieve/seize cyber evidence from computer systems without contamination
- Utilize basic security features to configure and harden operating systems
Program Entry Requirements:
This is a select program. Students are required to satisfy placement at the time of admission. Students who are identified as needing developmental course work must satisfactorily complete the appropriate English and mathematics courses as part of the certificate. Students need a basic understanding of computer hardware and software concepts. Students without this preparation are encouraged to take CIS 103 – Computer Applications & Concepts.
Program of Study and Graduation Requirements:
Successful completion of the certificate requires a "C" grade or better in each of the courses listed.
Course Sequence:
| Course Number & Name | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 106 - Introduction to Computer Programming or CIS 114 - JavaScript I | 4 credits | |
| CIS 204 - Fundamentals of Linux and Unix | CIS 105 or CIS 155 | 3 credits |
| CIS 261 - Cyber Investigation | CIS 155 | 4 credits |
| CIS 274 - Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing | CIS 152 and CIS 259 | 4 credits |
Minimum Credits Needed to Graduate:
15For More Information, Contact:
The Computer Technologies Dept., Room C3-1, 1700 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130, Telephone (215) 496-6134; or the College Information Center (215) 751-8010.