Cybersecurity & Network Engineering Technology | Valencia College

Cybersecurity & Network Engineering Technology | Valencia College
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Cybersecurity & Network Engineering Technology with Specializations in:
Cloud Infrastructure Security
Cyber Security
Associate in Science Degree
(CIP# 1511100112)
This program is designed to prepare students for careers in network engineering technology and IP Communications. Graduates will be qualified for technological roles in network design, network infrastructure, network installation, network security and maintenance, inter-network communication and connectivity, network monitoring and administration, and digital forensics and incident response. This hands-on program includes several courses that are essential in preparing individuals for achieving the requirements to take the examinations of various certifications including: A+, Network+, Security +,  Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Cisco Certified Network Associate-Security (CCNA-Security), Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), and Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (HFI).
Students are strongly encouraged to consult a student success coach in the department office for assistance in determining the best education plan for their career goals.
Although scheduling may not always provide for the following progression of courses, students should use the foundation, intermediate and advanced course sequence as a guide in program planning.
All degree-seeking students must satisfy entry testing requirements and satisfactorily complete all mandatory courses in reading, student success, mathematics, English, and English for Academic Purposes in which the student is placed.
Alternative Ways to Earn Credit toward this Degree
Graduates of specific programs at Orange Technical College and Osceola Technical College, as well as other institutions may be eligible to receive college credit for courses in this program. You may also be eligible to receive credit toward this degree if you have earned one of the approved Gold Standard industry certifications or Career Pathways credit. To learn more about Valencia's award of credit options, visit the
Alternative Award of Credit Agreements page
. Eligible students should contact the Student Success Coach in their academic department for more information about the requirements for the award of credit.
College Credit Technical Certificates
The Cybersecurity & Network Engineering A.S. degree also offers the following college credit certificate programs.  These certificates can put you on the fast-track to reaching your career goals. They are designed to equip you with a specialized skill set for entry-level employment or to upgrade your skills for job advancement. Most can be completed in one year or less, and all of the courses in the certificates are embedded in the A.S. degree. You can earn the certificates as you progress through your A.S. Degree or as a separate, stand-alone credential. Click on the Certificate tab at the top of the page for more information about the certificates that are offered.
Cloud Computing Architecture (24 credits) (CIP#: 0511100116)
Cyber Security (30 credits) (CIP#: 0511100118)
Linux Enterprise Server Administration (24 credits) (CIP#: 0511100122)
Network Infrastructure (21 credits) (CIP#: 0511100114)
Network Support (21 credits) (CIP#: 0511100121)
Network Administration (24 credits) (CIP#: 0511100112)
Start Right
Degree-seeking students enrolling at Valencia for the first time will have a limited range of courses from which to choose for their first 18 college-level credits. Within the first 18 college credit hours, you will be required to take ENC1101 (3 credits), and if applicable, SLS 1122 (3 credits) and a mathematics course appropriate to your selected meta-major (3 credits).  The remaining courses will be chosen from the General Education Core Courses in humanities (3 credits), science (3 credits), or social science (3 credits), and/or the introductory courses within the A.S. degree programs. For specific courses see the
Foundation Courses
on the “Program Requirements” tab. For course sequencing recommendations, see your Student Success Coach or create an education plan by logging into MyVC, clicking on the LifeMap tab and clicking My Education Plan.
Potential Careers
Network and Computer Systems Administrator
WAN/LAN Manager
Network Systems Analyst
Network Technician
Computer Network Support Specialist
Information Security Analyst
Computer Security Specialist
Data Center Support Specialist
Salary & Earnings Information
For career information related to this program, please visit
O*Net OnLine
Contacts
Future Students
To learn more about this program, email
Enrollment Services
or call at 407-582-1507 or visit the
Cybersecurity and Network Engineering Technology program page
Current Students
Your Student Success Coach contact information can be found in MyVC. Log into MyVC, click on the Courses tab, and check your Academic Profile information to find a link to your Student Success Coach.
Program Chair
Email
Joan Alexander
or call at
407-582-1542
Internship and Workforce Services
If you need assistance with job resources or in locating an internship, please visit the
Internship Resources page
Program Outcomes
Execute procedures for installing, upgrading, securing, and optimizing operating systems and computer network equipment.
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
Communicate effectively through clear written, oral, and visual presentations.
Demonstrate professionalism and teamwork in academic and technical settings.
Foundation Courses
ENC 1101
FRESHMAN COMPOSITION I
+*~
CET 2178C
COMPUTER HARDWARE
+A1
CET 2486C
LOCAL AREA NETWORKS
+N1C1
CNT 2417C
CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS
+*O1
Humanities
See
Gen. Ed.
Core Requirement
Science
See
Gen. Ed.
Core Requirement
Mathematics
See
Gen. Ed.
Core Requirement
+*~
POS 2041
U.S. GOVERNMENT
+~
or
AMH 2010
UNITED STATES HISTORY TO 1877
or
AMH 2020
U.S. HISTORY 1877 TO PRESENT
Intermediate Courses
CET 1610C
CISCO ROUTER TECHNOLOGY
+*C1
CET 2660C
LINUX NETWORKING AND SECURITY
+*L1
CET 2830C
INFORMATION SECURITY
+*S1
CET 2544C
COMPUTER VIRTUALIZATION TECHNOLOGY
+*V1
CET 2792C
INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING WINDOWS SERVER
+*M1
CNT 2000C
NETWORK AUTOMATION WITH SCRIPTING LANGUAGES
+*L1
CET 2793C
ADMINISTERING WINDOWS SERVER
+*
CTS 2322C
RED HAT ENTERPRISE LINUX
+*L1
CET 2942
INTERNSHIP IN NETWORKING
or
CGS 2650
SOCIAL NETWORKING FOR JOB SEARCH
Specialization (See below)
12
Total Credit Hours
60
This course must be completed with a grade of C or better.
This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.
This is a general education course.
(GR)
Denotes a Gordon Rule course.
Any course with a subject prefix of CET, CNT, CTS, or COP not already used to satisfy program requirements
A1
This course is part of a sequence which prepares students for a CompTIA A+ certification examination.
N1
This course is part of a sequence which prepares students for a Network + certification examination
S1
This course is part of a sequence which prepares students for a Security + certification examination
C1
This course is part of a sequence which prepares students for the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification (CCNA).
V1
This course is part of a sequence which prepares students for a VMware certification examination.
M1
This course is part of a sequence which prepares students for a Microsoft certification examination.
L1
This course is part of a sequence which prepares students for a Read Hat Linux certification examination.
This course prepares students for the Amazon Certified Cloud Practitioner Certification.
This course prepares the students for the Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA).
O1
This course is part of a sequence which prepares students for the Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate Certification.
Cloud Infrastructure Security
Specialization
Program Outcomes
Implement infrastructures for secured cloud computing services.
CET 2615C
ROUTING & SWITCHING IN THE ENTERPRISE
+*C1
CET 2620C
NETWORK FIREWALLS
+*
CET 2890C
ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS
+*
CNT 2426C
CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY
+*Z
Total Credit Hours
12
This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.
Cyber Security Specialization
Program Outcomes
Defend an enterprise-level network against cyber threats and attacks.
CNT 2414C
CYBERCRIME INVESTIGATION
+*
CET 2890C
ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS
+*O1
CET 2892C
ETHICAL HACKING
+*
CET 2894C
PROJECTS IN CYBER SECURITY: CAPSTONE COURSE
+*
Total Credit Hours
12
This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.
Notes:
All specialized program courses are offered on the West Campus and may not be offered every session; some specialized courses are offered at other locations.
Expand your career opportunities with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Organizational Leadership (BASBOL) from Valencia. This degree builds on your skills and prepares you for a supervisory or management role within your respective field. For more information, go to:
Bachelor's Degree in Business & Organizational Leadership
Students who wish to continue their education should consult with a Student Success Coach to determine the best education plan for their career goals.
Students wishing to transfer credits from this program to another institution must accept responsibility for securing approval from the transfer institution for acceptance of this degree.
Cloud Computing Architecture
Technical Certificate
This technical certificate program prepares the student for employment as Cloud Computing Engineer, Cloud Systems Architect, Cloud Solutions Architect, and Cloud Infrastructure Architect.
Program Outcomes
Carry out procedures for installing, upgrading, securing, and optimizing operating systems and computer network equipment
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment
Implement infrastructures for cloud computing services
CET 2486C
LOCAL AREA NETWORKS
CET 2178C
COMPUTER HARDWARE
CNT 2417C
CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS
CET 2792C
INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING WINDOWS SERVER
CET 2660C
LINUX NETWORKING AND SECURITY
CET 2830C
INFORMATION SECURITY
CET 2544C
COMPUTER VIRTUALIZATION TECHNOLOGY
CNT 2426C
CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY
Total Credit Hours
24
Cybersecurity
Technical Certificate
This technical certificate program prepares the students for employment as Information Security Managers; Network Security Professionals; Security Penetration Testing Professionals; and Systems Security Practitioners. The content includes, but is not limited to, the selection and deployment of various network security appliances such as firewalls, proxy servers, intrusion detection systems, intrusion prevention systems, and adaptive security appliances. Additionally, the content includes the selection and deployment of various propriety and/or open-source network penetration testing tools.
Program Outcomes
Carry out procedures for installing, upgrading, securing, and optimizing operating systems and computer network equipment
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment
Audit organizational preparedness capabilities in responding to cyber attacks.
Defend an enterprise network against Cyber threats and attacks
CET 2178C
COMPUTER HARDWARE
CET 2486C
LOCAL AREA NETWORKS
CNT 2417C
CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS
CET 2660C
LINUX NETWORKING AND SECURITY
CET 2792C
INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING WINDOWS SERVER
CET 1610C
CISCO ROUTER TECHNOLOGY
CET 2830C
INFORMATION SECURITY
CET 2890C
ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS
CET 2892C
ETHICAL HACKING
CET 2894C
PROJECTS IN CYBER SECURITY: CAPSTONE COURSE
Total Credit Hours
30
This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.
Linux Enterprise Server Administration
Technical Certificate
This technical certificate program prepares students for employment as Linux Server Administrators, Red Hat Linux System Administrators, Red Hat Linux Engineers, and Ansible Automation Architects.
Learning Outcomes
Carry out procedures for installing, upgrading, securing, and optimizing operating systems and computer network equipment
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment
Manage Linux enterprise servers
CET 2486C
LOCAL AREA NETWORKS
CNT 2417C
CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS
CET 2178C
COMPUTER HARDWARE
CET 2544C
COMPUTER VIRTUALIZATION TECHNOLOGY
CET 2792C
INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING WINDOWS SERVER
CET 2660C
LINUX NETWORKING AND SECURITY
CTS 2322C
RED HAT ENTERPRISE LINUX
CNT 2000C
NETWORK AUTOMATION WITH SCRIPTING LANGUAGES
Restricted Electives: (CET 2942C,
CGS 2650
, or any CET, CNT prefix courses)
Total Credit Hours
24
Network Administration
Technical Certificate
This technical certificate program prepares the student for employment as Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP); Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Server Administrator; Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS); and Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA).
Program Outcomes
Carry out procedures for installing, upgrading, securing, and optimizing operating systems and computer network equipment
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment
Setup a Microsoft Windows Network
Manage a Microsoft Windows Network
CET 2178C
COMPUTER HARDWARE
CET 2486C
LOCAL AREA NETWORKS
CNT 2417C
CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS
CET 2544C
COMPUTER VIRTUALIZATION TECHNOLOGY
CET 2660C
LINUX NETWORKING AND SECURITY
CET 2830C
INFORMATION SECURITY
CET 2792C
INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING WINDOWS SERVER
CET 2793C
ADMINISTERING WINDOWS SERVER
Total Credit Hours
24
This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.
Network Infrastructure
Technical Certificate
This technical certificate program prepares the student for employment as Cisco Certified Entry-Level Network Technician – Routing and Switching; and Cisco Certified Network Associate – Routing and Switching.
Program Outcomes
Carry out procedures for installing, upgrading, securing, and optimizing operating systems and computer network equipment
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment
Deploy Cisco networking devices including Routers and Switches in a network infrastructure
Implement routing and switching protocols and services
CET 2178C
COMPUTER HARDWARE
CET 2486C
LOCAL AREA NETWORKS
CNT 2417C
CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS
CET 2660C
LINUX NETWORKING AND SECURITY
CET 1610C
CISCO ROUTER TECHNOLOGY
CET 2615C
ROUTING & SWITCHING IN THE ENTERPRISE
CET 2620C
NETWORK FIREWALLS
Total Credit Hours
21
This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.
Network Support
Technical Certificate
This technical certificate program prepares the student for employment as PC Technician; Computer Support Specialist, and Network Support Technician.
Program Outcomes
Carry out procedures for installing, upgrading, securing, and optimizing operating systems and computer network equipment
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment
Foundation Courses
CET 2178C
COMPUTER HARDWARE
CET 2486C
LOCAL AREA NETWORKS
CNT 2417C
CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS
CET 1610C
CISCO ROUTER TECHNOLOGY
CET 2660C
LINUX NETWORKING AND SECURITY
CET 2792C
INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING WINDOWS SERVER
CET 2830C
INFORMATION SECURITY
Total Credit Hours
21
This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.
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The Gordon Rule
State Board of Education Rule 6A-10.030, the Gordon Rule, requires that students complete with grades of C or better 12 credits in designated courses in which the student is required to demonstrate college-level writing skills through multiple assignments and six credits of mathematics course work at the level of college algebra or higher. These courses must be completed successfully (grades of C or better) prior to the receipt of an A.A. degree and prior to entry into the upper division of a Florida public university.
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