Web Application Security Support Specialist Certificate of Achievement

Program Description

This certificate will provide students with the knowledge required to understand web security, how to protect web resources and password administration management online. Upon completion of this certificate, students will be prepared for entry level work in Information Technology.

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program.  Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway.  It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

Division

Mathematics, Business & Computer Technology

Department

Computer Information Technology

Career and Academic Pathway (CAP)

Business, Information Technology, Hospitality

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate fundamental cyber security skills.

  2. Use and apply various software in web security, protection of web resources, and password administration management online.

Program Map

GE General Education
O Available Online
Program Requirement
P Program Prerequisites

1st Semester

6 units
CIT 101
Introduction to Computer Literacy
This course is an introduction to fundamental Information Technology / Information Systems concepts and Information Security. The course includes practical exercises with spreadsheet, database, and Internet applications.

Course Details:

  1. Departmental Advisory: CIT 010
    2. or
  2. Departmental Advisory: CIT 031
  • Transfers to CSU
    • CIT 090
    Introduction to Web Security
    This introductory course in web security targets students and other computer professionals who have some networking and administrative skills in Windows-based networks. Students will become familiar with other operating systems, such as OS X, Unix, or Linux.  This course will help participants who want to further a career in Information Technology by acquiring an elementary knowledge of security topics. The course further helps students as they prepare for the CompTIA Security+ Certification examination.

    Course Details:

    2nd Semester

    6 units
    CIT 091 or CIT 232

    This first course in a three-course CCNA series introduces architectures, models, protocols, and networking elements – functions needed to support the operations and priorities of Fortune 500 companies to small innovative retailers. Students will have the chance to build simple local area networks (LANs). Developing a working knowledge of IP addressing schemes, foundational network security, students will be able to perform basic configurations for routers and switches. After completing all three CCNA courses, students are ready to take the CCNA Certification. 

    Course Details:

    OR
    This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP (Internet Protocol) 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. It provides preparation for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.

    Course Details:

    1. Prerequisite: CIT 101
  • Transfers to CSU
    • CS 075
    Introduction to Web Development
    This course focuses on web development and addresses the essentials for skilled web developers who can create digital media, web, and mobile applications for modern desktop and portable devices. Students in this program are offered an in-depth, project-driven curriculum that provides a comprehensive study of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Web Animation, Multimedia Creation. Students will learn to develop visually aesthetic, user friendly, and interactive web-based applications. Students will also gain valuable experience using front end and backend development tools like Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Animate, and Visual Studio. Students will also be exposed to the programming languages that cross over from web development to mobile device development. The synergy between the many web and mobile technologies will help each student build a foundation suitable for professional content.

    Course Details:

    3rd Semester

    6-7 units
    CIT 160
    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.

    Course Details:

    1. Prerequisite: CIT 232
  • Transfers to CSU
    • CIT 110 or CIT 128
    This course provides an introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level ICT professionals. The fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as advanced concepts such as security, networking, and the responsibilities of an ICT professional will be introduced. Preparation for CompTIA's A+ certification exam.

    Course Details:

  • Transfers to CSU
    • OR
    This is an introductory course to the LINUX Operating System and basic Linux Operating System environment and commands. These course will cover file system navigation, Graphic User Interfaces (GUI) such as GNOME and KDE, file permissions, the Linux text editors, command shells, and basic network commands. This course is mapped to LINUX LPI Level 1 guidelines.

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