Certificate of Proficiency | 16 credits minimum
Computer Sciences and Information Systems Division
Taylorsville Redwood Campus BB 114, 801-957-5150
General Information 801-957-4073
Program Website
Academic and Career Advising
CSIS Academic Advisor BB 214
Program Faculty
See program website
Program Description
The program provides students with an in-depth knowledge of network and cyber security.
Career Opportunities
Employment of information security analysts, web developers, and computer network administrators is projected to grow 22 percent from 2010 to 2020, faster than the average for all occupations. Job prospects for all three
occupations should be favorable.
Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Note: This Certificate of Proficiency is not eligible for financial aid. However, courses within the certificate may be eligible if taken as part of a financial aid eligible program such as an AS or AAS degree. Please check with the Financial Aid Office to determine course and program eligibility.
| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
Related College-Wide Student Learning Outcomes |
| |
1 - Acquire substantive knowledge
2 - Communicate effectively
3 - Develop quantitative literacies
4 - Think critically & creatively
5 - Become a community engaged learner
6 - Work in professional & constructive manner
7 - Develop computer & information literacy |
| Analyze network traffic for security vulnerabilities |
1 |
| Mitigate network outages due to security breaches |
1 |
| Design cyber-security solutions for business problems. |
1 |
| Identify, resolve and document network security issues |
4, 2 |
| Recognize the ethical considerations of utilizing technology in business. |
5 |
