2020 - 2021 Catalog
Program: Computer Information Technology (Networking Security Awards)
Information Security Certificate | IT Security Skills Achievement Award
LINUX/Open Source Skills Achievement Award | Networking Associate Certificate
Networking Support Certificate | UNIX Administrator/Cloud Computing Certificate
(Skills Achievement Award)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: SA.CIT.CISCO.ASST.16
This sequence is for students who wish to develop skills in managing traffic and networking devices in local area networks (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) services, wireless communication, and management. Upon completion, the student will have acquired skills needed to prepare for certification as a Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA).
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 or equivalent experiences and basic understanding of local area networks design and protocols and basic router configuration obtained in Cisco 1 or Cisco 2 or equivalent experiences approved by designated information Technology personnel.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITCC 2412 | CCNA 3: Scaling Networks | 4 |
| ITCC 2413 | CCNA 4: Connecting Networks | 4 |
| Semester Total | 8 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 8 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
(Skills Achievement Award)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: SA.CIT.CISCO.INTN.16
This sequence is for students who wish to learn about design and installation of local area networks, and basic router configuration. Upon completion, the student will have acquired the skills needed for employment in the networking industry as an intern.
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 or equivalent experiences approved by designated Information Technology personnel.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITCC 1414 | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | 4 |
| ITCC 1440 | CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials | 4 |
| Semester Total | 8 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 8 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
(Level 1 Certificate)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.INFOSECU.16
This certificate provides hands-on, in-depth training to meet industry demands and concerns in protecting critical information infrastructures against cyber threats. The graduate will be qualified for entry-level positions in a network environment dealing with security challenges.
Prerequisites: Extensive knowledge of the computer field is required including basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301, as well as strong networking concepts obtained in Cisco and/or Microsoft networking courses or equivalent experiences approved by designated Information Technology personnel. It is further recommended that you have one or more of the following: Certificate and/or AAS in networking, BS or BA in Computer Science, or Cisco CCNA, Novell CNE, Microsoft MCSA and/or MCSE, A+ and Network+, SCSA, UNIX/Linux certification, or other vendor specific certifications. It is recommended that you discuss your computer knowledge with one of the instructors teaching the courses to insure you have the required foundation to succeed.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSY 1400 | Fundamentals of Information Security | 4 |
| ITSY 1442 | Information Technology Security | 4 |
| ITSY 2400 | Operating System Security | 4 |
| ITSY 2401 | Firewalls and Network Security OR | 4 |
| ITCC 2441 | CCNA Security | 4 |
| Semester Total | 16 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSY 2459 | Security Assessment and Auditing OR | 4 |
| ITSY 2445 | Network Defense and Countermeasures | (4) |
| ITSY 2442 | Incident Response and Handling | 4 |
| ITSY 1491 | Special Topics in Information Technology/Security OR | 4 |
| ITSY 2441 | Security Management Practices OR | (4) |
| ITSY 2443 | Computer System Forensics | (4) |
| Semester Total | 12 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 28 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
(Skills Achievement Award)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: SA.CIT.SECUR.06
This award is designed to provide an introductory background for students interested in learning about protecting information systems and networks from security threats. Security terminology and theory, administrative controls, protection from viruses, firewall design, and incident postmortem reporting is introduced. The award also provides preparatory training for those wishing to take the Security+ certification exam.
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computer and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSY 1400 | Fundamentals of Information Security | 4 |
| ITSY 1442 | Information Technology Security | 4 |
| ITSY 2400 | Operating Systems Security OR | 4 |
| ITSY 2401 | Firewalls and Network Security | (4) |
| Semester Total | 12 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 12 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
(Skills Achievement Award)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: SA.CIT.LINUX.OPEN
This sequence is for students interested in learning the LINUX Operating System up to an intermediate level and the basics of Open Source software. LINUX topics covered include LINUX commands, file system structure, system editors and simple shell programming. Open Source topics include LINUX installation.
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 or equivalent experience approved by designated personnel.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSC 1416 | Linux Installation and Configuration | 4 |
| Semester Total | 4 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSC 2425 | Advanced Linux OR | 4 |
| ITNW 2454 | Internet/Intranet Server | (4) |
| Semester Total | 4 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 8 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
(Level 1 Certificate)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.NWK.ASSOC.16
This certificate option will provide education and training for individuals interested in developing their knowledge and skills as networking professionals with an emphasis on preparation for those wishing to take the CCNA certification examination.
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405, or COSC 1301 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITCC 1414 | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | 4 |
| ITCC 1440 | CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials * | 4 |
| Semester Total | 8 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITCC 2412 | CCNA 3: Scaling Networks | 4 |
| ITCC 2413 | CCNA 4: Connecting Networks * | 4 |
| Semester Total | 8 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 16 | |
|---|---|---|
*Upon completion of ITCC 1440 CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials, the student is eligible to take the CCENT (Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician) credentialing exam. *Upon completion of ITCC 2413 CCNA 4: Connecting Networks, the student is eligible to take the CCNA (Cisco Certified Networking Associate) Routing and Switching credentialing exam.
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
(Level 1 Certificate)
(Block Scheduling available on El Centro, Mountain View and Richland Campus)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.NTWRK.SUPP
This certificate offers courses to prepare networking systems engineers, database administrators, and systems administrators for the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) IT Infrastructure certification exam. The program also provides preparatory training for those wishing to take the Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Server Administrator, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Enterprise Administrator, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Database Administrator, and Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Enterprise Support Technician certification examinations.
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301, and problem solving and logic structures as obtained in ITSE 1429 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITNW 1425 | Fundamentals of Networking Technologies OR | 4 |
| ITMT 1406 | Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | (4) |
| ITMT 1458 | Windows Client Operating Systems | 4 |
| Semester Total | 8 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSY 1400 | Fundamentals of Information Security OR | 4 |
| ITMT 2440 | Designing Security for Microsoft Networks | (4) |
| ITMT 1457 | Administering a Windows Server Operating System | 4 |
| Semester Total | 8 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 16 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Upon completion of this award, students are eligible to take the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) IT Infrastructure certification exam for each course.
(Level 1 Certificate)
(Block Scheduling available on El Centro, Mountain View and Richland Campus)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.CLOUD.9/14
This certificate option prepares the student to be a UNIX system administrator. Students will learn basic and advanced hands-on skills associated with the UNIX user interface environment, file system structure, account setup and maintenance, system security, shell scripting, and other general tasks associated with day-to-day UNIX management operations in both standalone and networked systems. Multiple versions of UNIX such as Solaris and/or Linux may be presented to better enable student success in varying commercial environments.
Course(s) may be substituted for ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405, or COSC 1301 for those who demonstrate current computer literary.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITNW 1425 | Fundamentals of Networking Technologies OR | 4 |
| ITCC 1414 | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | (4) |
| ITSC 1407 | UNIX Operating System 1 OR | 4 |
| ITSC 1416 | Linux Installation and Configuration | (4) |
| Semester Total | 8 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSC 2437 | UNIX Operating System 2 OR | 4 |
| ITSC 2425 | Advanced Linux OR | (4) |
| ITCC 1440 | CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials | (4) |
| ITSC 1442 | Shell Programming OR | 4 |
| ITNW 1413 | Computer Virtualization | (4) |
| Semester Total | 8 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSC 1458 | UNIX System Administration 1 OR | 4 |
| ITNW 2471 | Server Virtualization: Optimize and Scale OR | (4) |
| ITNW 1492 | Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | (4) |
| Semester Total | 4 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 20 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.