Cybersecurity
This certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment and to give working professionals advancement opportunities in the computer networking field. Successfully acquiring a FRCC Cybersecurity Certificate signifies that a student has had an overview of network security. Communication Security is studied, including remote access, email, the web, directory and file transfer, and wireless data. Common network attacks and Computer forensics are introduced. Cryptography basics are incorporated, and operational/organizational security is discussed as it relates to physical security, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
Requirements
Students are strongly advised to meet with the Program Director before starting this degree pathway to obtain advisement and proper sequencing of courses.
Required Courses
Core Requirements
| CNG 120 | A+ Certification Preparation | 4 |
| CNG 124 | Networking I: Network + | 3 |
| CNG 132 | Network Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| CNG 133 | Firewalls/Network Security | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 13 |
Linux/Windows Configuration Course
Select one course (3-4) credits of the following Linux/Windows Configuration courses listed below:
| CNG 201 | Linux Configuration: (OS) | 3 |
| CNG 212 | Configuring Windows Server | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3-4 |
Electives
Select two courses (6-8 credits) from below:
| CNG 131 | Principles of Information Assurance | 3 |
| CNG 136 | Guide to IT Disaster Recovery | 3 |
| CNG 243 | Cloud Security and Cyber Law | 3 |
| CNG 254 | Data Encryption | 3 |
| CNG 256 | Vulnerability Assessment I | 3 |
| CNG 257 | Network Defense & Counter Measures | 3 |
| CNG 258 | Digital Forensics | 4 |
| CNG 259 | Enterprise Security | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6-8 |
Total Credit Hours: 22-25
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