Cyber and Homeland Security Certificate

Program code: CYHM-CC

Locations: Capital, Naugatuck Valley, Tunxis

Program Description

The Cyber and Homeland Security certificate will introduce students to the field of cybersecurity, homeland security and computer crime deterrence. Courses are designed to offer exposure to computing and criminal justice allowing students to begin exploring positions in industry or advancement of career. This certificate will also provide a foundation for continuation in two-year associate degree in Cyber and Homeland Security Certificate or Computer Information Systems.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Explain the landscape, key terms, challenges, and concepts related to the many layers of Homeland and cybersecurity.
  2. Explain fundamental architectures of networks and demonstrate an understanding of network security.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical issues and concepts associated with cybersecurity responsibilities.
  4. Apply counter measures that would secure network systems against threats.
  5. Identify and discuss career opportunities and the necessary skills that will increase the likelihood of success in the field of cyber and homeland security.
  6. Preparedness to advance one’s career, or move on to more advanced study in the same or related fields such as MIS or CIS.

Certificate Requirements

Required Courses
CIS 1001Introduction to Computers3
or CIS 1141 Introduction to Management Information Systems
CJS 1010Introduction to Criminal Justice3
CST 1221Networking I4
CYS 2111Network Security3
or CJS 2350 Information Warfare and Security
Directed Elective
Choose one of the following:3
CJS 2350
Information Warfare and Security
CYS 1101
Practices in Security Management
CIS 1143
Project Management
CIS 1104
Introduction to Operating Systems
Total Credits16