This Sample Program Pathway is designed to provide an example of course selections in a term by term sequence. Please see an Academic Advisor for a plan specific to your academic needs.
Term hours subtotal:
6
Description: This course focuses on learning the architecture, components and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students will learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. Commonly used network services and protocols will be studied.
Prerequisites: CIT 1411 and Other (must be completed within the last two years)
Description: Intermediate computing and network security fundamentals. Topics include network vulnerabilities and attacks, network defenses, wireless network security, access control, network assessment and auditing, cryptography, and organizational security. Preparation will also be given for the ComptTIA Security+ exam. This course has no textbook costs.
Prerequisites: CIT 1107 and CIT 1130 or CIT 1411
Term hours subtotal:
7
Description: This course offers an understanding of security principles and tools available to achieve an appropriate level of network security. Hardware devices (routers and switches from multiple vendors), protocols, and switching technologies will be considered, including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), and others.
Notes: Fall only
Prerequisites: CIT 2416 and Other (must be completed within two years)
Term hours subtotal:
3