Cybersecurity and Network Systems (A.S.)
Previous Degree Required: HS Diploma
Eligible for Financial Aid: Yes
Delivery Method(s): On-Campus, Hybrid
Location(s): All campuses and online
Additional Limited Access Application Process Required: No
Program Testing Requirements: Assessment in Reading, Writing, and Math
Academic Community: STEM
Program Code: NSAS
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 11.1001
Florida Department of Education CIP Code: 1511100112
This degree program provides students with the training necessary to install, secure, maintain, and troubleshoot computer networks. The curriculum includes both hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge. Students will gain general and specific knowledge of the current "industry standard" network systems at the LAN and WAN levels, using both software and hardware based course offerings. The students will develop skills in multi-user/multi-process operating systems, troubleshooting, network protocols, network administration management, client-server, application administration, cloud networking, network security and defense, and virtual computing. Graduates will be prepared to take certification exams in current networking operating systems and technologies. Typical employment positions for graduates of this program include entry-level system administrators, network technicians, and help desk staff.
The Cybersecurity and Network Systems A.S. degree program includes the following College Credit Certificates:
- IP Communications CCC
- Network Infrastructure CCC
- Network Security CCC
- Network Server Administration CCC
- Network Support Technician CCC
- Network Virtualization CCC
Refer to the Associate in Science (A.S.) page to find information about admission, graduation, general education and other requirements. Students will work with an advisor to determine the courses best suited to their plan of study.
Visit the program page for more information.
Program of Study
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | ||
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Requirement | 3 | |
| Computer Programs - Core Courses | ||
| CET 1176 | Computer Maintenance and Repair | 3 |
| CGS 1000 | Exploring Digital Technology | 3 |
| CGS 2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| COP 2700 | Database Techniques | 3 |
| CTS 1142 | Information Technology Project Management | 3 |
| CTS 1329 | Microsoft Client O/S | 3 |
| CTSC 1134 | Network+ | 3 |
| Major Courses | ||
| CETC 2890 | Cybersecurity | 3 |
| CTS 1321 | Linux Networking and System Administration | 3 |
| CTS 1383 | Microsoft Server O/S - Installation and Configuration | 3 |
| CTS 2370 | Virtual Infrastructure- Planning and Design | 3 |
| CTSC 1651 | Cisco Router Technology | 3 |
| CTSC 2120 | Network Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Select 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
| Capstone in Cybersecurity | ||
| Foundations of Digital Forensics | ||
| Virtual Computing- Deployment, Security, and Analysis (VMware) | ||
| Cisco Advanced Router Technology | ||
| Intermediate Algebra | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
Note: In accordance with Florida Statute and Florida Administrative Code, students must satisfy the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement.
Course Sequence
Below is the recommended sequence for taking courses in this degree. Using this guide and meeting with your assigned advisor each term is the key to successful program completion.
Please note that course prerequisites, including required developmental math, reading, or writing, need to be completed to continue on to the more advanced course. Click on the course number to see the requirements.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CGS 1000 | Exploring Digital Technology | 3 |
| CGS 2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| CTSC 1134 | Network+ | 3 |
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| CET 1176 | Computer Maintenance and Repair | 3 |
| COP 2700 | Database Techniques | 3 |
| CTS 1142 | Information Technology Project Management | 3 |
| CTS 1329 | Microsoft Client O/S | 3 |
| CTS 1321 | Linux Networking and System Administration | 3 |
| CTS 1383 | Microsoft Server O/S - Installation and Configuration | 3 |
| CTSC 1651 | Cisco Router Technology | 3 |
| CTSC 2120 | Network Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| CETC 2890 | Cybersecurity | 3 |
| CTS 2370 | Virtual Infrastructure- Planning and Design | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Requirement | 3 | |
| Technical Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Technical Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
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Select six credit hours from the Technical Electives list in the Program of Study.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply subnetting to IP Networks
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Analyze asymmetric encryption methods for secure authentication and data exchange.
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Design a group policy strategy
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Install a domain controller
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Contrast absolute and relative pathnames
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Contrast stand-alone utilities and built-in shell commands
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Create a small workgroup environment
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Contrast NTFS and share level file and folder permissions
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Analyze the primary functions and features of a router
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Design a hierarchical addressing scheme
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems