Information Systems Technology: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Specialization, AAS

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Degree: Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems Technology with a major in Information Systems Technology and a specialization in Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

Length: Four-semester (two-year) program

Purpose: This curriculum is designed for those who seek employment in the field of Cyber Security (information assurance), for those who are presently in IT or a security field and who desire to increase their knowledge and update their skills, and for those who must augment their abilities in other fields with knowledge and skills in information security.

This curriculum prepares students for the CompTIA Security+ certification and other computer certificates. These skills prepare students to compete in the largest growing area in computer careers.

Occupational Objectives:
Information Security Analyst

Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into the Information Systems Technology: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Specialization program requires competency in English and Math Essentials MTE 1-5 as demonstrated through the placement and diagnostic tests, or by satisfactorily completing the required MTE units or equivalent.

Program Requirements: The curriculum includes technical courses in Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing as well as related courses in Information Technology and general education. Instruction includes both the theoretical concepts and practical applications required for success in the field of Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing. The student is urged to consult with the Student Services Office and his or her faculty advisor in planning his program. Upon successful completion of the four-semester program, the graduate will be awarded the Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems Technology with a major in Information Systems Technology and a specialization in Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing.

The following list is a suggested sequence in which students may plan their class schedules to ensure graduation in two years.

First Semester

ITN 101 Introduction to Network Concepts 3 credits
ITN 106 Microcomputer Operating Systems 3 credits
ITN 107 Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting 3 credits
ITN 260 Network Security Basics 3 credits
ITP 100 Software Design 3 credits
SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 credits

Suggested Credits for Semester: 16

Second Semester

Elective Computer/Information Literacy 3 credits¹
Elective Cybersecurity 4 credits²
Elective System Administration 3 credits³
ITN 261 Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking 4 credits
ITN 263 Internet/Intranet Firewalls and E-Commerce Security 4 credits

Suggested Credits for Semester: 18

Third Semester

BUS 100 Introduction to Business 3 credits
Elective Health/Physical Education 1 credit
Elective Programming 4 credits⁴
Elective Social Science 3 credits⁵
ENG 111 College Composition I 3 credits
MTH 154 Quantitative Reasoning 3 credits

Suggested Credits for Semester: 17

Fourth Semester

CST 126 Interpersonal Communication 3 credits
Elective Business I 3 credits⁶
Elective Social Science 3 credits⁵
HUM 100 Survey of the Humanities 3 credits
ITD 110 Web Page Design 3 credits

Suggested Credits for Semester: 15

Total Minimum Credits Required for this Curriculum: 66

¹Students may select from the following courses: ITE 115 or ITE 119

²Students may select from the following courses: ITN 262 or ITP 270

³Students may select from the following courses: ITN 170 or ITN 171

⁴Students may select from the following courses: ITP 112 or ITP 120

⁵Social/Behavioral Science electives may be chosen from: ECO 201 ECO 202 , GEO 200 , HIS 101 HIS 102 HIS 121 HIS 122 , PLS 211 PLS 212 , PSY 200 PSY 215 PSY 216 PSY 230 , SOC 200 SOC 215 SOC 250

⁶Students may select from the following courses: BUS 116 or BUS 117