Students will be introduced to the principles of cybersecurity, explore emerging technologies, examine threat and protective measures, and investigate the diverse high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand career opportunities in the field of cyber security. This course also introduces student to network design and cyber security process and procedures for personal and enterprise networks. Students follow a standard design process to expand and upgrade each network, which includes requirements gathering proof-of-concept, and project management. Focuses instruction on the installation, configuration, and administration of the Windows and/or Linux operating system and emphasizes the use of Linux as a network client and workstation. This course develops the student’s skills needed to become network technicians, computer technicians, and entry level cyber security careers. It provides a hands-on introduction to networking and the internet, using tools and hardware commonly found in home and small business environments.
Prerequisites
Concurrent enrollment with Cybersecurity Networks Systems (26667) (96667W)
This course may be dual enrolled at Northern Virginia Community College. The NOVA entrance requirements must be met before registering. Please consult with your school counselor for more details.
Student-selected verified credit can be earned by passing the course-related industry certification.
Cybersecurity courses have concurrent enrollment requirements. Cybersecurity Year 1: 26659 & 26667. Cybersecurity Year 2: 26657 & 26662.