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The Cyber Defense Certificate is a 37-40-credit certificate that combines both networking and systems administration fundamentals, with a focus on defensive strategies for securing systems. The program objectives are based on the guidelines in the Cybersecurity Workforce Framework published by the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE). 

This accelerated program is ideal for industry professionals looking to upgrade their skills, individuals looking to change careers, or college students who wish to specialize in the field of cyber security.
The coursework prepares graduates to sit for industry-recognized certifications that includes: Network+, Linux+, Security+, Cisco CCENT, and Microsoft MCP.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Determine the role of network security technologies within a network and establish appropriate security policy. 
• Identify appropriate network security tools and technologies to establish and configure a secure computer network.
• Develop ethical hacking skills and apply these in countermeasures and cyber defense to system intrusions and data breaches. 
• Plan, implement and maintain security measures and controls to protect critical information assets.
• Analyze and evaluate emerging cybersecurity risks and solutions with creative, critical thinking and inquiry.

Required Classes (40 credits)

• CYB 100 Networking I: Networking Fundamentals  (3 credits) 
• CYB 105 Information Security Fundamentals  (3 credits) 
• CYB 200 Networking II: Switching and Routing Fundamentals  (4 credits) 
• CYB 110 Windows Server I: Installing and Configuring Windows Server  (3 credits) 
• CYB 115 Linux Server I: Linus Fundamentals  (3 credits) 
• CYB 120 Scripting Fundamentals  (3 credits) 
• CYB 215 Linux Server II: System Administration  (3 credits) 
• CYB 210 Windows Server II: System Administration  (3 credits) 
• CYB 220 Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems Fundamentals  (4 credits) 
• CYB 125 Network Security I: Network Security Fundamentals  (4 credits) 
• CYB 230 Ethical Hacking & Systems Defense  (4 credits) 
• CYB 290 Co-Operative Education  (3 credits)

Program Guide

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