Computer Science

This course covers basic concepts of computing hardware and operating systems (O/S) design structure, and mechanisms.  Coursework will address the impact of hardware design on applications and systems software including computer software systems performance, memory, kernel structure, input/output (I/O) devices, file system functions, virtualization, and securing the operating system.  Students will learn how computers work, how to replace parts and upgrade components, and how to install and configure major modern client operating systems.  Students completing CS 103 have the knowledge and skills necessary for CompTIA A+ Certification exam preparation.

This introductory course is an overview and hands-on exploration of virtualization in desktop, server, and cloud environments. Concepts covered include an introduction to virtualization technologies and how to deploy and manage a virtual server environment. Course topics include virtualization concepts and terms, installing and deploying virtual machines using Hyper-V, VM Ware, and XenServer, and implementing a secure virtual environment.

This course is intended for students taking the CompTIA A+ certification exam. Content from the prerequisite courses will prepare the students for the exams. Instructors for this course will provide materials, support, and practice exams to facilitate student preparation

This course is intended for students taking the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. Students will have materials, support, and practice exams provided to facilitate their preparation.

This course is an introduction to the methods used to properly conduct a computer forensics investigation. Topics covered include an overview of computer forensics as a profession; how computer crime affects forensics, forensic methods, and labs; branches of digital forensics; email forensics, mobile forensics, data acquisition and analysis; and, a review of computer forensics tools.

This course is an introduction to Cybersecurity. There is an exponential growth in the Information Technology sector for trained security specialists with in-depth knowledge and experience analyzing data and securing networks, computers and mobile devices. Learning techniques of threat management is mission critical to prevent data breaches. This course prepares students for an entry level IT position focused on cybersecurity which is required for many Information System Technician, Network Administration, and other IT Specialist positions.

This course introduces the architectures, models, protocols, and networking elements that connect users, devices, applications and data through the Internet and across modern computer networks - including IP addressing and Ethernet fundamentals. This is the first of three courses comprising the Cisco CCNAv7 curricula and covers the technical knowledge and skills required to take the Cisco CCNA exam.

Students will participate in a supervised internship with regional computer and information technology employers. Students will acquire industry work experience that validates employability skills. Course may be repeated up to a maximum of 4 credits.

This course focuses on Windows Server Administration. Topics include the communication, design and implementation of the Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy Objects, disaster recovery, configuring the web server, security, and working knowledge of Microsoft Exchange.

In this course students will customize the BASH environment, build shell scripts in the Korn shell, control the Linux system, manage user accounts, manage system software in Linux, and manage file systems in Linux. Students will also troubleshoot the system, configure the client/server environment, apply security practices to Linux systems, and improve system performance. (Formerly UNIX/Linus Server Administration)

This course builds on prior course work in computer hardware, operating systems, and networks. Students will acquire the specific skills required to implement basic security services on any type of computer network and be prepared to take the CompTIA Security+ exam.

An introductory scripting course. Students will explore the fundamental principles of scripting and learn to write and debug simple scripting language to add functionality to programs. Topics for study include input/output, operations, pipes, shell variables, control structures, file input and output, regular expressions, and navigation within a file system