Computer Systems Engineering Technology - Cybersecurity Option

Program Code:

SECY

Degree:

Associate in Science

This program may be completed at QCC Worcester (Main Campus).
This program may be completed face-to-face.
This program may be completed 80% or more online.

Connections:

The following certificate(s) can be completed along with this associate degree:

Computer Systems Engineering Technology - Cyber Security Certificate

Program Contact Email:

cset@qcc.mass.edu

Additional Information

Goals

Program Goals:

The Computer Systems Engineering Technology - Cybersecurity Option is designed to meet the demand of cybersecurity professional skills in business and industry, while focusing on the technical and human aspect of cybersecurity. This program meets the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education framework (including knowledge, skills, and abilities).

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Know fundamental business methods, including communications, math, and writing.
Understand the common processes and procedures used to conduct criminal and noncriminal investigations of activities involving evidence with digital media, including the laws that apply to these processes.
Analyze and apply security in computer and networking infrastructures, while detecting any legal and ethical breaches.
Analyze and apply operating systems concepts to implement and support multiple industry standard operating systems in enterprise networking environments.
Design fault tolerance and data recovery methods to minimize risk in the business environment.
Apply networking concepts to design, implement, and maintain LANs and WANs to support modern implementations, including internetworking and data convergence.
Design and implement basic and advanced routing utilizing the TCP/IP and other common networking protocols and utilities.
Define and manage network services for effective network performance.
Develop documentation appropriate to clearly communicate computer and network security specification, configuration, and/or processes.
Troubleshoot computer networking infrastructures to resolve user problems.
Demonstrate the implementation of digital forensics techniques and processes in a business and/or law enforcement environment through cooperative education and seminars or service learning experience.

Classes

Curriculum:

Course Title	Course #	Semester Offered	Credits	Prerequisites
Semester 1 Apply and get accepted to this program (Program Code: SECY). Register for and successfully complete all courses to graduate in four semesters. Meet with Academic Advisor about co-enrolling in CSET certificate. Complete CSC 141, CSC 234, ENG 101, and the Mathematics Elective.
Windows Client Operating Systems	CSC 141	F/S/SU	4
Networking Technologies	CSC 234	F/S/SU	4	Coreq: CSC 141
Composition I	ENG 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Speech Communication Skills	SPH 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Mathematics Elective	---	F/S/SU	3
		Total	17
Semester 2 Meet with Career Services to discuss the co-op process and leads for co-op placements. If considering transfer, meet with a Transfer Services Advisor. See www.QCC.edu/transfer. Complete CSC 241, CST 205, and ENG 102.
Computer Hardware and Support	CSC 233	F/S	4	Coreq: CSC 141
Windows Server Operating Systems	CSC 241	F/S	3	CSC 141
IT Security Foundations	CST 205	S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Enterprise IT Systems Security	CST 208	S	3	CSC 141
Composition II	ENG 102	F/S/SU	3	ENG 101
		Total	16
Semester 3 Meet with Program Coordinator to discuss readiness for CST 299. Contact Career Services to complete all requirements of CPS 298 (required prior to registration for CST 299). See www.QCC.edu/career-services. If considering transfer, meet with representatives of four-year schools to discuss/begin the transfer application process; or create an account on the QCC job board to search for internships, co-ops and jobs. Complete CIS 121 or CSC 101 or CSC 201. Complete CST 231.
Introduction to Programming with C++ OR	CIS 121	F/S	3	Placement into college level English, MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score, Coreq: CIS 105 or CIS 111
Introduction to Programming Using Python OR	CSC 101			MAT 099 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Systems Programming and Scripting	CSC 201			CSC 141, Coreq: CST 245
Pre Cooperative Education Seminar	CPS 298	F/S	0
Computer Forensics	CST 206	F/S	3	CSC 141
Advanced Topics in Security	CST 211	F/S	3	CST 205
Internetworking Principles and Protocols	CST 231	F/S/SU	3	MAT 100 or approp place score, Coreq: CSC 234
UNIX Operating Systems I	CST 245	F/S/SU	4	Coreq: CSC 141
Technical and Workplace Writing	ENG 205	F/S/SU	3	ENG 102, Computer Literacy
		Total	19
Semester 4 Continue with/complete the transfer application process; or if seeking employment, meet with Career Services for career readiness preparation and to learn more about QCC’s job board and to review industry certification requirements and opportunities. Complete CST 209 and CST 240. Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
Ethical Hacking	CST 209	S	3	CSC 201, CST 205
Routing Technologies	CST 240	S	3	Coreq: CST 231
Cooperative Work Experience & Seminar	CST 299	F/S/SU	3	CPS 298, Approval of Program Coordinator
Liberal Arts Elective	---	F/S/SU	3
Social Science Elective	---	F/S/SU	3
		Total	15
Total Credits Required:			67

Elective Information

Cost & Requirements

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) allows students to use skills they already have towards a college degree or certificate. Work, life, volunteer and military experience may be translated into credit, allowing students to take fewer classes and earn their degree faster. CPL eliminates redundancies for students who have already earned credentials or mastered skills required for their program of study. Email experience [at] qcc.mass.edu for more information and eligibility.

CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks may be required. Fingerprinting and drug testing may be required.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Students who pursue any of the industry certifications will incur additional expenses for testing fees.

Additional Information:

The Cybersecurity Option offers extensive coursework, lecturing on theoretical information technology design, principles, and approaches and supplementing the lecture with practical hands-on application in QCC’s state-of-the-art CSET labs.
The Cybersecurity Option offers courses that teach material from several industry standard certifications including:
- Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA):
  - A+ - CSC 233
  - Network+ - CSC 234
  - Linux+ - CST 245
  - Security+ - CST 205
- Microsoft’s 365 Certified Associate and Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Associate in the following topics:
  - Windows Desktop - CSC 141
  - Windows Server - CSC 241
- Cisco’s Certified:
  - Network Administrator (CCNA) - CST 240
- International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC)²:
  - Certified Information Systems Security Professional - CST 208
- EC-Council:
  - EC-Council’s Certified Ethical Hacker - CST 209

Career

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 11.1003.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

Career Exploration:

Students can take an online Career Assessment through Career Coach to determine their strengths, then browse through occupations compatible with their interests and assessment results. To access the online assessment and for more information about particular careers and related academic programs at QCC, visit www.QCC.edu/career-assessment.

The actual median salary and position may vary depending on the employee’s educational level and years of experience

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