Cybersecurity Certificate

Program Overview:

The Cybersecurity Certificate program offers a focused curriculum that equips students with essential skills in digital security. Students complete core coursework covering computing fundamentals, Linux operating systems, network analysis, and cybersecurity principles. This certificate provides a practical foundation for careers in the rapidly growing cybersecurity field or serves as a stepping stone toward more advanced technical degrees. Upon completion, students will be prepared to take CompTia Network+ and Security+ exams.

Program Outcomes:

Upon completion of the Cybersecurity program at RCTC, students will achieve the following outcomes:

• Acquire a basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices, including threat identification, risk management, and incident response.
• Gain expertise in using Linux for network administration and cybersecurity.
• Secure network communications and identify vulnerabilities within a network.
• Develop a nuanced understanding of the legal and ethical considerations in cybersecurity.

CYBERSECURITY CERTIFICATE 17 TOTAL CREDITS

PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS (14 CREDITS)

• COMP 1010 – Linus Operating Systems (3 cr)
• COMP 1080 – Networking Protocols and Analysis (4 cr)
• COMP 1150 – Computer Science Concepts (3 cr)
• COMP 2048 – Introduction to Cybersecurity (4 cr)

PROGRAM ELECTIVES (3 CREDITS) Choose one of the following:

• COMP 1140 – Introduction to Database and SQL (3 cr)
• COMP 2243 – Programming & Problem Solving (4 cr)
• MATH 2208 – Fundamentals of Statistics (4 cr)
• PHIL 1150 – Computing and AI Ethics (3 cr)

RECOMMENDED COURSE SEQUENCES

PART-TIME

• Semester 1 (6 CREDITS) COMP 1010, COMP 1150
• Semester 2 (7 CREDITS) COMM 1080, Elective
• Semester 3 (4 CREDITS) COMP 2048

Course descriptions can be found at: RCTC course descriptions