Cybersecurity, A.A.S.

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JJC Program Code: CO246

ICCB Program Code: CIOS 0041

The CyberSecurity AAS degree provides students with a diverse education in computers and networking with a primary focus on analyzing the configuring network and system security. The CyberSecurity degree provides exposure to a broad cross-section of computer and network security topics. It includes hands-on experience using the tools and methods used for configuring business systems to protect them from computer malware and other types of cyber attacks. In-depth analysis and hands-on exploration of advanced tools and topics relating to computer forensics and computer hacking are also a major part of the program.

The program also provides students with the opportunity to prepare for numerous highly regarded industry certifications from industry leaders Cisco, Microsoft, and CompTIA. These include certification prep classes on Windows server and client operating systems; Cisco routers; and CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and CyberSecurity Analyst+. These certifications provide students with an additional way to demonstrate their skills and knowledge to potential employers.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that this field will be one of the fastest growing occupations during the coming decade. Job prospects in this field are excellent, especially since these jobs are less likely to be outsources than many other computer jobs.

For further information (including salary projections) from the US Department of Labor, go to: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes151122.htm

General Education Requirements: 15 credit hours

ENG 101 - Rhetoric I
MATH 098 - Intermediate Algebra
Or
MATH 131 - College Algebra Or higher level MATH course.
CYBIT 150 - Security Fundamentals
Select one course from Group II: Social and Behavioral Sciences
Select one course from Group III: Humanities and Fine Arts

Major Core Requirements: 43 credit hours

Major Core Electives: 3 credit hours

Total Required Hours: 61 credit hours

Includes Online Courses

This program includes the option for distance education courses (online and/or hybrid).

Completion Guide

The following schedule is based on full-time enrollment. Students planning to transfer to a senior institution should check with that institution for specific transfer requirements.

First Semester

Second Semester

Third Semester

Fourth Semester

CYBIT 260 - Ethical Hacking
CYBIT 270 - CyberSecurity Analyst
CYBIT 271 - Cyber Ops
Core Elective: Take 3 credit hours from Major Core Electives .
Gen Ed.: Take a minimum of 2 credit hours from Group III: Humanities and Fine Arts

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements

To be awarded an Associate degree at Joliet Junior College, each student must meet the following requirements:

1. Satisfy all admissions requirements.

2. Complete the courses required to earn the given degree. If the student is a transfer student with coursework taken elsewhere, he/she must complete a minimum of 60

credit hours of which 15 credit hours applicable to the degree are earned at JJC. Proficiency test, CLEP, and Advanced Placement does not meet this requirement.

3. Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.

4. Discharge all financial obligations to the College and have no restrictions.

5. File an application for graduation. An application should be filed at the time of registration for the student’s anticipated last semester.

6. Have all official transcripts from other college/universities on file in the Graduation Office by the graduation filing date for evaluation of credit. A delay in the process

may result in a later graduation date.

To be awarded a Certificate of Achievement, Certificate of Completion, or Occupational Certificate at JJC, each student must meet the following requirements:

1. Satisfy all admission requirements.

2. Complete the courses required to earn the chosen certificate. Complete a minimum of 1-8 credit hours (Occupational Certificate), 4-29 credit hours (Certificate of Completion) or 30-50 credit hours (Certificate of Achievement). If the student is a transfer student with coursework taken elsewhere, he/she must complete a minimum of 25% of the total required credit hours applicable to the certificate at JJC. Proficiency test, CLEP, and Advanced Placement do not meet this requirement.

3. Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 in the area of concentration.

4. Discharge all financial obligations to the college and have no restrictions.

5. File an application for graduation. An application should be filed at the time of registration for the student’s anticipated last semester.

6. Have all official transcripts from other college/universities on file in the Graduation Office by the graduation filing date for evaluation of credit. A delay in the process

may result in a later graduation date.

Contact Information

Department Chairperson	Program Coordinator	Program Advisor
Name: Audrey Finkel	Name: Stan Pieklo	Name: Stan Pieklo
E-mail: afinkel@jjc.edu	E-mail: spieklo@jjc.edu	E-mail: spieklo@jjc.edu
Phone: 815-280-6741	Phone: 815-280-2310	Phone: 815-280-2310