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Computer Desktop OS Security
Certificate of Achievement
The Computer Desktop OS Security Certificate of Achievement program will give students the advanced skills needed to learn how to protect computer operating systems, secure electronic assets, prevent attacks, ensure the privacy of customers, and build secure infrastructures. Through six courses, students will have access to the latest research and best practices from cyber security professionals and faculty. The course material is condensed, relevant, and designed specifically for busy professionals in today's cyber workforce.
Career Opportunities
Students who obtain this certificate will be qualified for a number of careers in information technology and cybersecurity. Example careers include, but not limited to the following: Systems administration, network administration, network technician, systems technician, desktop support, and cybersecurity specialists.
Course | Units |
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CNT 51 (Comptia’s A+ Certification Computer Technician) | 4 |
CNT 52 (Networking Fundamentals) OR | |
CIS 66 (Networking Fundamentals) | 3 |
CNT 55 (MCSA I Windows Server Installation, Storage, and Compute) | |
CNT 68 (Digital Forensics Fundamentals) | 3 |
CNT 69 (Network Security; CompTIA Security + Certification) | 3 |
CNT 7401 (Introduction to Linux/LPI Linux+ Certification ) OR | |
CS 41 (Introduction to Linux/LPI Linux+ Certification) | 3 |
Total Units | 19 |