For more information, visit the
Dallas College Cyber Security webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Cyber Security Information Assurance 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-Information Assurance Emphasis places more emphasis on computer operating systems, network security, and incident response to security threats. Courses that complete the degree are noted below.
Visit www.national.edu to view more information about transferring to National American University (NAU). Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to NAU.
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.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ITSC 1416 – Linux Installation and Configuration OR
- ITSC 1405 – Introduction to PC Operating Systems
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.
CHOOSE ONE:
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 2459 – Security Assessment and Auditing
ITSY 1442 – Information Technology
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 faculty regarding internship opportunities.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 4
ITSY 2442 – Incident Response and Handling
ITSY 2401 – Firewalls and Network Security
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES ELECTIVE * This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ITSY 2441 – Security Management Practices 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 NAU.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 15
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
National American University
For questions about the National American University portion of this transfer pathway, please contact Amanda Oppel, Director of Strategic Partnerships, at (816) 412-7702 or aoppel@national.edu or the Strategic Partnership Enrollment Services team at (855) 210-5641. See catalog for official degree requirements.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – EMPHASIS IN CYBERSECURITY AND FORENSICS
QUARTER 1
CS1203 Bridge to Success Creating Your Future at NAU (This is a required course) (5 quarter credits)
EN1300 Composition II
CI1320 Computer Concepts
CI1420 Principles of Programming
Total Hours: 19 quarter credits
QUARTER 2
CI2011 Introduction to Database
EN3050 Technical Communications
MT1050 Introduction to Business
Any Science Elective
Total Hours: 18 quarter credits
QUARTER 3
MA3000 Business Statistics
CI3070 Human-Computer Interaction User-Centered Design
CI3155 Computer Ethics
Any Behavioral/Social Science Elective
Total Hours: 18 quarter credits
QUARTER 4
CI3310 Website and Web Application Design
CI3680 Java Programming
CI4220 Project Management
Any Science Elective
Total Hours: 18 quarter credits
QUARTER 5
CI3710 Internet Security
CI3715 Cybercrime & Information Systems
CI4221 Systems Analysis and Design
Any Humanities Elective
Total Hours: 18 quarter credits
QUARTER 6
CI4223 Integrated Systems Project
Any Open Elective
Total Hours: 9 quarter credits
NATIONAL AMERICAN UNIVERSITY PATHWAY TOTAL: 100 QUARTER CREDIT HOURS
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 180 QUARTER CREDIT HOURS
(Transfer Pathway Approved 8.27.2021 by National American University)