Computer Science & Cybersecurity
Overview
Do you like coding? Or messing around with Linux? Are you interested in protecting systems from hackers around the world?
The Computer Science & Cybersecurity program will open the door to the vast world of Information Technology (IT), introducing students to software, hardware, networking, and the dozens of college and career pathways where they can apply their mathematical and logical talents. While earning industry certifications that can be used even before graduation, students also gain a strong foundation in networking, network security, operating systems, programming languages, communication protocols, troubleshooting, cyber ethics, and cyber safety.
Location
Program Information
Topics
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Python, web development (HTML5, CSS3, Javascript), C++programming
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Raspberry Pi, Nvidia Jetson Nano
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Kali Linux and ethical hacking
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Pen-testing electronics
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TestOut PC Pro, Network Pro, Windows, Linux Pro, Security Pro, CyberDefense Pro
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Cryptography
Prerequisite
Successful completion of Algebra I and Geometry with C or better
Program Length
Two-four semesters
College Credits
College credits available in this program.
High School Credits
First semester:
- 1.0 Computer Systems (elective credit)
- 0.5 Coding I (math credit)
Second semester:
- 1.0 Networking (elective credit)
- 0.5 Coding II (math credit)
Third semester:
- 0.5 Cybersecurity I (elective credit)
- 0.5 Capstone: Networking Systems & Security (elective credit)
- 0.5 Machine Learning A (math credit)
Fourth semester:
- 0.5 Cybersecurity II (elective credit)
- 0.5 Capstone: Software Development (elective credit)
- 0.5 Machine Learning B (math credit)