CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORK ASSOCIATE + SECURITY PREPARATION
CERTIFICATE (G): 253
Total Credits: 16
Catalog Editions 14-15 through 19-20
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This UNOFFICIAL document is for planning purposes ONLY and completion does not guarantee graduation.
Last Modified: May 2019
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This career curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in cybersecurity. Intended
for those already employed in computing or who have a computing background, the
certificate prepares the student to install, operate, and troubleshoot medium-sized router
and switched networks including implementation and verification of connections to remote
sites in a WAN. It includes basic introduction to wireless networking concepts and hands-on
performance-based skills. The certificate instructs the student in basic and intermediate
cybersecurity skills, such as how to develop a security infrastructure, recognize
vulnerabilities to networks, and mitigate security threats. This cybersecurity curriculum
emphasizes core security technologies and the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring
of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and devices. It
provides the foundation for students to sit for the following industry-recognized certifications:
Network+, Security+, CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate), and the Cisco
CCNAScurity certification.
This certificate is a career program and may not readily transfer to four year colleges/universities (except in special cases.)
Visit transfer planning for more information.
Overall GPA of 2.0 is required to graduate
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS Course Hours Grade
NW 151/NWIT 151 3
NW 252/NWIT 252 3
NW 253/NWIT 253 3
NW 254/NWIT 254 3
NW 261/NWIT 261 4
Cisco Certified Network
Associate + Security
Preparation Certificate
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See an advisor to submit an Application for Graduation
the semester BEFORE you intend to graduate.
Advising Worksheet Contact:
Anthony Solano
