Cybersecurity

The Fresno City College Cybersecurity Program is an online Certificate of Achievement Program.  It is developed as a 100% online program created with an emphasis on delivering a program suited to a student base that is interested in having a stackable certificate that will deliver job opportunities, which are highly in demand, and have a solid potential for advancement. 

Students receive course enrollment support services to help remain in the collaborative program.  Students who meet federal eligibility requirements may receive financial aid for this program.

EARN AN ONLINE CERTIFICATE THAT WILL START YOUR CAREER IN CYBERSECURITY

Students will earn a Certificate of Achievement in Cybersecurity that will prepare them for entry-level technology jobs in less than one year. The certificate also serves as a strong foundation for those who wish to continue their training to achieve further certificates and degrees for higher-wage positions.

Students will take eight fully online, zero-cost textbook courses. Students will be placed in cohorts allowing individuals to develop peer relationships that will help support them through this accelerated pace of study.

Fresno City College semesters are currently 18 weeks in length. Each cybersecurity course is nine-weeks, which allows a more focused approach to this accelerated process while still allowing four courses per semester. Students in the program are considered “full time” students and are recommended to not engage in other academic courses at the same time.

Spring Semester, first nine weeks

ITIS 120: CIT48A IT Fundamentals+

An examination of information systems and their role in business.  It focuses on information systems, database management systems, networking, e-commerce, ethics and security, computer systems hardware and software components.  Students study the application of these concepts and methods of developing computer-based solutions to business problems

ITIS 110: CIT48B A+ and Security Principles

An introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level professionals. The fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as advanced concepts such as security, networking, and the responsibilities of an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) professional will be introduced

Spring Semester, second nine weeks

ITIS 150: CIT45 Data Communications

Introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP Addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for further study of computer networks. It uses the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) and TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers

ITIS155: CIT59 Linux System Administration

Provides students with the knowledge and skills required to build, maintain, troubleshoot and support server hardware and software technologies. Students identify environmental issues; understand and comply with disaster recovery and physical / software security procedures; become familiar with industry terminology and concepts; understand server roles / specializations and interaction within the overall computing environment.

Summer Session, nine weeks

ITIS151: CIT49 Switching, Routing, and Wireless Networking

Examines the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, single-area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

ITIS 160: CIT58C Introduction to Information Systems Security

An introduction to the fundamental principles and topics of Information Technology Security and Risk Management at the organizational level.  It addresses hardware, software, processes, communications, applications, and policies and procedures with respect to organizational Cybersecurity and Risk Management. Preparation for the CompTIA Security+ certification exams

Fall Semester, nine weeks

ITIS 166: CIT54B Cybersecurity Operations

An introduction to cybersecurity operations including detecting cybersecurity breaches and effectively responding to security incidents. This class is meant to provide a background for students desiring entry level work as a cybersecurity analyst within security operations center and prepare for the Cisco Cyber Ops Associate certification.

ITIS 167: CIT54A Network Security

Examines network security principles including firewall technologies, AAA, intrusion prevention, securing LANs, implementing VPNs, and managing secure networks.

This accelerated-paced program of study will require students who are ready to commit the time necessary to gain skills that will lead to greater employment opportunities.

Certificates

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Please contact the Business Division Counselor at 559.442.8287 or make an appointment through Starfish.

Courses and Information

To see recommended courses, see the Catalog.  To see upcoming scheduled classes, see the Schedule of Classes.