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Sep 07, 2024
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2021-2022 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
IT Security and Audit Control Certificate
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Total Credits: 17
Major Number: 5827
CIP Code: 11.1003
Program Description
This certificate is designed for students, graduates, and professionals interested in IT security & auditing fields. This program provides more in-depth skills and knowledge for IT professionals and students seeking a career in security field. Students who complete this award may work in the computer technology fields supporting companies and performing operational audits, including system development audits, to ensure that internal controls are in place, that policies and procedures are effective, and that employees operate in compliance with approved policies. Graduates will also assist law enforcement to fight against cyber terrorism and crimes.
Program Prerequisites
Course placement into MATH 0070 or above, or completion of MATH 0030 or MATH 0060 with a grade of C or higher, course placement into college-level English and Reading OR completion of ENGL 0950 with a grade of C or higher OR completion of RDNG 0940 with a grade of C or higher and qualifying English Placement Exam OR completion of RDNG 0950 with a grade of C or higher and ENGL 0090 with a grade of C or higher OR completion of ESOL 0051 with a grade of C or higher and ESOL 0052 with a grade of C or higher, AND completion of CVF 1065 with a grade of C or higher OR Instructor consent.
Special Instructions
None
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Career/Occupational Requirements
Career/Occupational Elective Requirements
None
MnTC/General Education Requirements
None
MnTC Elective Requirements
None
Additional Elective Requirements
None
Additional Requirements
None
Program Information
General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates
See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1
Program Note
None
Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships
See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.
This program is intended primarily for employment preparation rather than transfer to a four-year institution. Some courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.
Program Learning Outcomes
At the end of this program students will be able to:
- Perform a practical security audit in a real-world situation e.g. audit university computer lab.
- Audit/test controls on data integrity in end-user applications e.g. databases/spreadsheets/websites.
- Detection of network security attacks and configuration of protective mechanisms e.g. firewalls
- Demonstrate practical experience of operation and application of an encryption technology eg. PGP.
- Explain information systems threats, vulnerabilities, risks and controls.
- Explain computer security implementation standards/technologies/methods.
- Implement computer audit practice standards/technologies/methods.
- Explain legal/regulatory/standards frameworks for security/audit operations in UK, USA, Europe.
- Describe computer crime, police and forensic methods, and collection/presentation of legal evidence.
- Discuss security management for systems development, systems maintenance, and systems compliance.
Program Contact Information
Israel Emmanuel, 651.773.1787, Room 1743 East
Sample Plan
Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.
Note
This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu
Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator.
This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.
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