and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Cyber Security – System Security Administration Emphasis associate degree. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Cyber Security. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
The A.A.S. degree program in Cyber Security System Security Administration Emphasis is designed to prepare students for various entry-level opportunities in the information security sector with emphasis in secure systems administration. The System Security Administration emphasis combines systems administration fundamentals with the requisite security concepts and best practices required to implement, administer, and harden operating systems. Students completing this degree can apply for jobs such as: System Administrator, Network Defense Technician, Intrusion Detection System Analyst. Courses that complete the degree are noted below.
Visit www.nec.edu to view more information about transferring to New England College. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to New England College.
Catalog Year 2021-2022 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
ITCC 1414 – CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks
MATH 1314 – College Algebra This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
POFI 1104 – Computer Fundamentals Students must choose Word Processing Skills or Spreadsheet Skills.
ITSC 1416 – Linux Installation and Configuration
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with your success coach to research your career options.
- Get certified in Redhat or Linux+.
- Attend an industry related meetup group.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 2
ITSY 1400 – Fundamentals of Information Security
ITMT 2405 – Designing and Implementing a Server Infrastructure
SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
ITSC 1425 – Personal Computer Hardware
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
- Obtain Security+ certification.
- Attend an industry related meetup group.
Participate in Cyber Security club meetings and competitions.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 3
ITSY 2442 – Incident Response and Handling
ITMT 1457 – Administering a Windows Server Operating System
ITSE 1429 – Programming Logic and Design
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
- Obtain CySA+ certification.
- Attend an industry related meetup group.
- Participate in Cyber Security club meetings and competitions.
- Meet with a faculty advisor regarding internship opportunities.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 4
ITSC 2425 – Advanced Linux
ITMT 2404 – Implementing an Advanced Server Infrastructure
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES ELECTIVE * This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ITSY 2400 – Operating System Security OR
- ITSY 2486 – Internship-Computer and Information Systems Security
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- Obtain Pentest+ Certification.
- See faculty or your success coach for employment opportunities.
- Review your degree plan and apply for the Cyber Security A.A.S.
- Request final transcripts to be sent to New England College.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 15
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
New England College
A maximum of 90 credits may be transferred to New England College (“NEC"). Please see the NEC Academic Catalog for full transfer credit policies, graduation requirements, and program requirements (www.nec.edu). Depending on your first term with NEC, courses may not be offered in the sequence below, but an educational plan will be developed based on your needs with the help of your Academic Advisor. For questions about the New England College of this transfer pathway, contact the SGPS Admissions Office at (603) 428-2252 or graduateadmission@nec.edu. It is best to apply to New England College a full semester before you plan to transfer. It will help if you submit a copy of this pathway with your application. Minimum GPA requirement: Cumulative GPA of 2.00; Major GPA of 2.00. See catalog for official degree requirements.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CYBERSECURITY
FIRST YEAR – FIRST TERM
CS 3101 – Policy, Legal, Ethics and Compliance This is a major course.
Total Hours: 4
FIRST YEAR – SECOND TERM
CS 2000 – Cybersecurity Principles This is a major course.
Total Hours: 4
FIRST YEAR – THIRD TERM
LAS 1 – The Natural Environment This is a Liberal Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum course.
Free Elective There are several options to meet this requirement. Please contact your academic advisor for a list of available options for this term.
Total Hours: 8
FIRST YEAR – FOURTH TERM
LAS 2 – The Civic Environment – Democratic Values This is a Liberal Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum course.
Total Hours: 4
FIRST YEAR – FIFTH TERM
CompTIA Certification Prep (Choose from CS 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015) This is a major course.
LAS Elective – Choose from LAS 1-7 This is a Liberal Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum course.
Total Hours: 6
FIRST YEAR – SIXTH TERM
LAS 3 – The Creative Arts This is a Liberal Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum course.
Total Hours: 4
SECOND YEAR – FIRST TERM
TAKE THE COURSE FOR YOUR TRACK:
- CS 3304 – Basic Cryptography (Technical track) OR
- CS 3105 – Data Administration (Management track)
Total Hours: 4
SECOND YEAR – SECOND TERM
LAS 5 – Laboratory Science This is a Liberal Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum course.
Free Elective There are several options to meet this requirement. Please contact your academic advisor for a list of available options for this term.
Total Hours: 8
SECOND YEAR – THIRD TERM
TAKE THE COURSE FOR YOUR TRACK:
- CS 3306 – Databases (Technical track) OR
- CS 3106 – Fraud Prevention and Management (Management track)
Total Hours: 4
SECOND YEAR – FOURTH TERM
TAKE THE COURSE FOR YOUR TRACK:
- CS 3305 – Operating Systems Concepts (Technical track) OR
- CS 3103 – Security Program Management (Management track)
Total Hours: 4
SECOND YEAR – FIFTH TERM
CompTIA Certification Prep (Choose from CS 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015) This is a major course.
LAS 7 – Global Perspectives This is a Liberal Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum course.
Total Hours: 6
SECOND YEAR – SIXTH TERM
TAKE THE COURSE FOR YOUR TRACK:
- CS 4301 – Network Defense (Technical track) OR
- CS 3104 – Security Risk Analysis (Management track)
Total Hours: 4
NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 120 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
(Transfer Pathway Approved 8.3.2021 by New England College)