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Career Studies Certificate
Danville Community College
Program Details
Career Studies Certificate in Cyber Security Technician
Career Studies CertificateCareer Studies Certificate in Cyber Security Technician
Danville Community College
The Career Studies Certificate in Cyber Security Technician is designed for individuals with prior work and/or educational experience relevant to the cybersecurity field who wish to gain additional skills. Individuals may be required to demonstrate required skills or provide evidence of completion of relevant industry certifications. All credits transfer into the Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems Technology Network Engineer - Cyber & Network Security Specialization.
Program Overview & Guidance
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | The Career Studies Certificate in Cyber Security Technician is designed for individuals with prior work and/or educational experience relevant to the cybersecurity field who wish to gain additional skills. Individuals may be required to demonstrate required skills or provide evidence of completion of relevant industry certifications. All credits transfer into the Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems Technology Network Engineer - Cyber & Network Security Specialization. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
This program is offered part-time and completely online with only 2 semesters.
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
| Doing More With Your Degree | Program Coordination: Five courses (18 credits) of this CSC count towards the Cyber Security Certificate. Four courses (15 credits) count towards the A.A.S. in Information Systems Technology Network Engineer. Credits earned in this CSC also overlap with Networking with Cisco/CCNA (CSC), Networking Technology Fundamentals (CSC), Networking Technologies (CSC). All credits transfer into the Information Systems Technology Network Engineer- Cyber and Network Security Specialization. |
| Program Successes & Highlights | Cyber Security Technician focus teaches skills such as: Cisco Systems Academy Program, including basic knowledge of routers, switches, and other networking devices; and their uses and applications. Microsoft desktop and server operating systems, including installation, configuration, and management. Linux desktop operating systems, and their basic management and configuration. Mware Virtualization environments, including installation, configuration and management of the application. Security basics, including network attacks, computer crime, and hacking fundamentals. Introductory computer forensics techniques and skills. |
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What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | A minimum of 25% of the credit required for graduation in the curriculum must be earned at DCC.The program administrator responsible for evaluating a student’s previous coursework shall determine the acceptability of each course the student wishes to transfer or apply toward the program requirements based upon his/her knowledge of any changes that have occurred since the course(s) was completed;
Give particular attention to courses in areas that have had significant technological changes in recent years (e.g., electronics, automotive, graphic imaging, information systems, administrative support technology, etc.); As deemed appropriate, seek the input of faculty or other administrators regarding the proper course of action. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Academically accelerated program for students planning to enter a four-year college. Qualified juniors complete the last two years of high school at DCC. Students earn an Advanced Studies high school diploma and a two-year Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in Liberal Arts at the same time. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | Credit may be granted for prior learning for non-collegiate education, training, and/or occupational experiences as recommended by college faculty, ACE, the National College Credit Recommendation Service, or another college-approved organization. Students may be awarded college credit if they can demonstrate previous educational study or training/work experience that entitles them to credit for specific courses applicable to their program of study. Documentation for special training or experience must be submitted with the request for credit and will be retained in the student’s file. The supporting documentation must include samples of work or projects completed. Students wishing to be awarded previous completion credit for a specific course should contact the appropriate division office in which the course is taught. DCC reserves the right to place a time limit on prior learning experiences for which advanced standing may be granted. The division dean, in consultation with the admissions coordinator, will determine if courses taken more than five years previously can be used in the student’s current program of study. |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | Danville Community College offers small class sizes and affordable tuition. The college offers several student clubs including the African American Culture Club, the Cyber Knights, and more. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | A catalog year is based on the time a student was formally admitted to a program of study. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | All students who are initially placed in a program (including Developmental Studies) are placed in a catalog year at the same time. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Danville Community College has Guaranteed Admissions Agreements with many public and private four-year institutions in the commonwealth. These transfer partnerships assist students in making a smooth transition from one institution to the next by maximizing community college credits. It’s never too early to begin planning for a smooth transfer to another institution. Your decisions and commitment to a specific program and university directly impact the success of transferring credits. The longer you wait to make a decision, the more you risk delaying degree completion. We recommend the following: 1) By the time you have earned 15 credits, declare your intent to transfer. 2) By the time you are mid-way through your academic program, declare your major and university. |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Cybersecurity | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Cybersecurity, A.A.S. | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Graphic Design, A.A.S. | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Photography and Media, A.A.S. | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Cyber Security | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| George Mason University | Applied Science, BAS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Applied Science | 4-Year | Hybrid, In-Person, Online |
| Old Dominion University | Cybersecurity-BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Old Dominion University | Cyber Operations-BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Marymount University | Cybersecurity (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bridgewater College | Computer Science Cyber Security Major - BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bridgewater College | Computer Science Full Stack Development Major - BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Shenandoah University | Bachelor of Science Cybersecurity | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bluefield University | BS in Cybersecurity | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | Online, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Cybersecurity | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Randolph-Macon College | Computer Science (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Cybersecurity (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Radford University | BS in Cybersecurity | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| George Washington University College of Professional Studies | BPS in Cybersecurity | Bachelor | Bachelor of Professional Studies in Cybersecurity | 4-Year | In-Person |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Major in Computer Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15-1241.00 | Computer Network Architects | Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1231.00 | Computer Network Support Specialists | Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 11-3021.00 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming. | Management Occupations |
| 15-1243.01 | Data Warehousing Specialists | Design, model, or implement corporate data warehousing activities. Program and configure warehouses of database information and provide support to warehouse users. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1242.00 | Database Administrators | Administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. Coordinate changes to computer databases. Identify, investigate, and resolve database performance issues, database capacity, and database scalability. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1243.00 | Database Architects | Design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses. Create and optimize data models for warehouse infrastructure and workflow. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1212.00 | Information Security Analysts | Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1244.00 | Network and Computer Systems Administrators | Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. Perform system monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems. Review system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups. Analyze network and server resource consumption and control user access. Install and upgrade software and maintain software licenses. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
| 15-1241.01 | Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | Design or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance. | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |
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