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Computer Networking Technology
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Cybersecurity Professional

Certificate of Achievement
2022-2023

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About the Program

The Computer Networking Technology program prepares students for a variety of career opportunities in the networking field. CNT classes prepare students for industry certifications such as Cisco CCNA, Microsoft MCSA, and CompTIA Net+, Security+ and A+. Coursework includes targeted skills training in emerging technologies, such as Cloud Computing, IoT, Virtualization, Wireless, Computer Forensics, Incident Response, Network Security and OS Hardening. Many of these subjects have become required knowledge even in other career fields. Students in Business, Sciences, Arts, and Administration of Justice may need skills in network technologies to excel in their fields. The Certificate of Achievement and Career Certifications provide quick paths to validate training in today’s important tech knowledge areas. The program also includes an AS degree in Network Security and Administration. This degree incorporates the latest in emerging technologies and skills employers are seeking.

About the Certificate

The Las Positas Computer Network Technology program offers courses that lead to a Certificate of Achievement in Cybersecurity. The certificate prepares students for direct job entry covering a wide array of professions such as Cybersecurity Engineer, Security Administrator as well as Security Architect. Th is program also prepares the student for the fast paced changes in Cybersecurity technologies as they emerge in the industry to assure a well prepared graduate for the marketplace.

Career Opportunities

Cybersecurity Engineer, Cybersecurity Specialist, Forensic Computer Analyst, Penetrator Tester, Security Architect, Security
Systems Administrator.

Program Outcomes

  • Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Cybercecurity Professional, students are able to use analytical thinking and critical analysis skills necessary to analyze and solve computer network security issues to help protect computers and computer networks using multiple operating systems.
  • Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Cybersecurity Professional, students are able to use group collaboration and communications skills necessary to work eff ectively in a team to solve computer networking security issues and to document and present information on security risks and planned responses.

Required Core: (37 Units) Units
Course Units
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 3
CNT 68 Digital Forensics Fundamentals 3
CNT 69 Network Security; CompTIA Security + Certification 3
CNT 7285 Cloud Infrastructure - Amazon AWS - Dell/EMC CIS  3
CNT 7401 Red Hat Linux Administration I  or  
CS 41 Red Hat Linux Administration I  3
CNT 7501 Ethical Hacking 3
CNT 8001 Cisco CCNA1/3 Introduction to Networks (ITN) 3
CNT 8002 Cisco CCNA2/3 Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (SRWE) 3
CNT 8003 Cisco CCNA3/3 Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation v7.0 (ENSA) 3
CS 43 Professional Communications  or  
CIS 43 Professional Communications  or  
CNT 43 Professional Communications 3
Units
Units Category Units
Total Units 37

Updated: July 2022

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