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2022-2023 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

Fundamentals of Information Assurance and Cyber Defense: CP (CTE)

Certificate of Proficiency | 16 credits

Program Website
Academic and Career Advising

Program Description
Students will understand the fundamentals of basic data analysis and IT systems components, learn basic scripting and introductory programming, networking concepts, cyber defense and cyber threats are identified. Students will understand fundamental security design principles, information assurance fundamentals and an introduction to cryptography. System administration is studied and practiced in this CP.

Career Opportunities
Employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 13 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. These occupations are projected to add about 667,600 new jobs. Demand for these workers will stem from greater emphasis on cloud computing, the collection and storage of big data, and information security.

Source: U S Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Transfer/Articulation Information
All courses in this CP transfer as elective credit. The courses also articulate to most USHE institutions; however, not necessarily in the same program.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx 
Course fees: $30

Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.

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 Requirements

Required Courses (16 Credits)

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes  in brackets.

  • Summarize the fundamentals of basic data analysis and IT systems components. [1]
  • Students will learn introductory programming and design basic scripts. [1]
  • Networking concepts, cyber defense and cyber threats are identified and analyzed. [1]
  • Students will demonstrate knowledge in fundamental security design principles, information assurance fundamentals and an introduction to cryptography. [1]
  • Policy, legal, ethics, and compliance are discussed and analyzed. [1,7]
  • Students will learn system administration tools and skills to protect a networked environment. [1]