Information Technology AS and Network Administration & Security AAS Proposed Changes Version 02 Semester Information Technology AS Fall 2015 Information Technology AS Proposed Network Admin & Security AAS Proposed Network Admin & Security AAS Fall 2015 Semester 1 CPTR 1138 Information Systems CSCI 1110 Informatics CSCI 1110 Informatics ENGL 1101 College Writing 1 CPTR 1122 Microcomputer Maintenance CPTR 1122 Microcomputer Maintenance CPTR 1122 Microcomputer Maintenance CPTR 1178 Robotics or CPTR 1148 Microcomputer OS CPTR 1170 Web Engineering 1 CPTR 1170 Web Engineering 1 CPTR 1170 Web Engineering 1 CSCI 1110 Informatics COMM 1120 Intro to Public Speaking COMM 1120 Intro to Public Speaking COMM 1120 Intro to Public Speaking CPTR 1106 Microcomputer Database MnTC Elective (Recommend area 7,9,or 10) MnTC elective MnTC elective class CPTR 1122 Microcomputer Maintenance or CPTR 1125 IT Essentials 1 Semester 2 CPTR1108 Cisco 1 CPTR 1142 Network Essentials CPTR 1142 Network Essentials COMM 1120 Intro to Public Speaking CPTR 1106 Microcomputer Database CPTR 1178 Robotics CPTR 1178 Robotics CPTR 2272 Network Operating System CPTR1148 Microcomputer Operating CPTR 1106 Microcomputer Database CPTR 1106 Microcomputer Database CPTR 2224 Linux 1 System ENGL 1101 College Writing 1 ENGL 1101 College Writing 1 ENGL 1101 College Writing 1 CPTR1001 Intro to Prog & Script MATH 1114 College Algebra MATH 1114 College Algebra MnTC elective class CPTR 1108 Cisco 1 Semester 3 CPTR 2224 Linux 1 CPTR1001 Intro to Prog & Script (CS0 CPTR1001 Intro to Prog & Script (CS0 CPTR 1118 Cisco 2 coming) coming) CPTR 2272 Network Operating System CPTR 2272 Network Operating System CPTR 2272 Network Operating System CSEC 2204 Managing Directory Services PSYC 1200 General Psychology PSYC 1200 General Psychology Technical Elective CSEC 2204 Managing Directory Services MnTC Elective (Recommend area 3 ) MnTC elective CPTR 2262 IPv6 CSEC 2212 Web Security MnTC Elective (Recommend area 5 ) HUM 2236 Tech in Humanities HUM 2236 Tech in Humanities HUM 2236 Tech in Humanities Semester 4 CPTR1001 Intro to Prog & Script CPTR 2224 Linux 1 CPTR 2224 Linux 1 CSEC 2210 Security Breaches & Countermeasures CPTR2236 Network Security CPTR2236 Network Security CPTR2236 Network Security CVNP 2216 VoIP HUM 2236 Tech in Humanities MnTC elective CSEC 2228 Network Defense CSEC 2222 Network Security Design or CPTR 2294 Internship MnTC Elective (Recommend area 3 ) MnTC elective CPTR 2245 Enterprise Network Tech CSEC 2228 Network Defense MnTC Elective (Recommend area 5) MnTC elective Technical Elective CPTR 2245 Enterprise Network Tech Semester 5 MnTC elective MnTC elective
Articulation Agreement Version 01 Semester Information Technology AS Fall 2015 Information Technology AS Proposed MSUM Articulation Proposed MSUM Articulation Current Semester 1 CPTR 1138 Information Systems CSCI 1110 Informatics CSIS 140 Intro to IS & Internet Tech CPTR 1122 Microcomputer Maintenance CPTR 1122 Microcomputer Maintenance CSIS 221 Foundations of Computing CPTR 1170 Web Engineering 1 CPTR 1170 Web Engineering 1 Elective COMM 1120 Intro to Public Speaking COMM 1120 Intro to Public Speaking Equivalent MnTC Elective (Recommend area 7,9,or 10) MnTC elective Required Semester 2 CPTR1108 Cisco 1 CPTR 1142 Network Essentials Elective CPTR 1106 Microcomputer Database CPTR 1178 Robotics CSIS 103 Comp. Concepts & Apps CPTR1148 Microcomputer Operating System CPTR 1106 Microcomputer Database CSIS 152 Intro to Comp & Prog 1 ENGL 1101 College Writing 1 ENGL 1101 College Writing 1 Equivalent MATH 1114 College Algebra MATH 1114 College Algebra Semester 3 CPTR 2224 Linux 1 CPTR1001 Intro to Prog & Script (CS0 coming) Restricted CSIS Elective CPTR 2272 Network Operating System CPTR 2272 Network Operating System Elective PSYC 1200 General Psychology PSYC 1200 General Psychology Equivalent MnTC Elective (Recommend area 3 ) MnTC elective Required MnTC Elective (Recommend area 5 ) HUM 2236 Tech in Humanities Required Semester 4 CPTR1001 Intro to Prog & Script CPTR 2224 Linux 1 Elective CPTR2236 Network Security CPTR2236 Network Security Restricted CSIS Elective HUM 2236 Tech in Humanities MnTC elective Required MnTC Elective (Recommend area 3 ) MnTC elective Required MnTC Elective (Recommend area 5) MnTC elective Required
CPTR1001 Introduction to Programming and Scripting This course is an introduction to computer programming. Emphasis will be on programming concepts, program design methodology, program debugging, problem solving and writing clear code. Describe the features and syntax of a programming language. Understand how software can be written to solve business problems. Use debugging and testing to create error-free code. Demonstrate industry standard code development techniques. Develop logic structures. Develop loop structures. Develop control structures. Understand datatypes. Understand functions. Create, update, and process data files. Understand techniques required for security in computer programming. It is likely this class will be replaced with a CS0 class. The current programming language is Python. Currently MSUM is using Python in the beginning programming courses.
CPTR1106 Microcomputer Databases This course covers database concepts, design and construction using the latest database software. Topics include database normalization and table relationships, database objects, file creation, file manipulation, queries, macros, form development and report generation. Database programming concepts will also be introduced. Create database reports. Create table relationships. Define referential integrity. Create database queries. Manipulate database data. Perform data import operations. Create data entry forms. Demonstrate database programming concepts. Create database tables. Create and manage a switchboard. Create database macros.
CPTR1108 CISCO 1 This is an introduction to networking. This course covers a network model, basic networking math, basic network devices and an introduction to network design. Compare various networking models. Compare the various types of networking media. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol stack. Recognize the components involved with assembling a network. Design and assemble small working networks. Recognize the tools necessary to troubleshoot networks. Solve network hardware and software problems. Use network monitoring tools to troubleshooting equipment failures. Explain IP addressing and subnetting. This course could be replaced with Network Essentials (Network + curriculum). The difference between the outcomes is not the great.
CPTR1118 CISCO 2 This course covers additional OSI layer topics, network routing and auditing. Students learn and practice accepted router configuration procedures Maintain router operating system. Analyze a router boot process. Examine components in a router. Use router command line editing. Identify layer three routing protocols. Configure routing protocols. Configure a router to connect to a network. Develop an access list. Configure access lists. Troubleshoot router connectivity. Troubleshoot a routed network. Should Cisco 1 be replaced with Network Essentials, then this class should be replaced with IPv6 class.
CPTR1122 Microcomputer Maintenance This course covers the operation, diagnosis, troubleshooting and basic repair of microcomputer components. Topics include hardware compatibility, system architecture, memory, input devices, video displays, disk drives, modems and printers. Analyze the operation of a microcomputer. Recognize microcomputer system architecture. Examine the various types of computer hardware. Demonstrate hardware troubleshooting skills. Plan the building of a working computer. Analyze the operation of system software. Plan a working operating system installation. Manage a working operating system. Demonstrate operating system troubleshooting skills. Examine the various types of networks. Examine the various types of printers. Examine the various types of portable microcomputers. An unfinished thought is adding more basic electricity content to this class to support IoT. The problem is what to change.
CPTR1138 Information Systems This course is an introduction to information systems. Topics include an overview of data communications and information systems used in a variety of organization types, network hardware, software, topologies and resources, hardware and communications standards, and the systems development life cycle. Describe how the components of a computer system process data. Analyze different LAN/WAN network standards. Describe the system development life cycle. Identify current software packages used for information management. Diagram network systems. Determine network access systems. Research artificial intelligence. Revise a security/contingency plan. Design a network. Present a LAN/WAN network design. MSUM no longer has an Information Systems class. The essential content moved to a programming class.
CPTR1142 Network Essentials This course gives students both the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to work with network operating systems in a network administration environment. Demonstrate knowledge of network-related hardware. Explain and create network topologies. Demonstrate knowledge of network protocols and standards. Explain network security. Create and demonstrate network troubleshooting strategies. Plan a network and explain how to implement the network. Demonstrate knowledge of a network administrator's responsibilities. Demonstrate knowledge of how to support a small business network. Demonstrate knowledge of how to support an enterprise network. Demonstrate knowledge of how to support a Wide Area network. Demonstrate knowledge of network operating systems. This is based on the Network + certification.
CPTR1148 Microcomputer Operating System This course covers basic information about computer hardware and software and the use of the Windows operating system. Topics include file management techniques, utilizing common screen elements, multitasking, object linking and customizing the desktop Examine various operating systems. Utilize system and administrative tools. Plan an operating system installation or upgrade. Manage file systems and storage. Manage user accounts. Implement security practices. Implement network services. Manage printers. Monitor computer performance. Examine disaster recovery options. Administer application support. Demonstrate desktop troubleshooting. This class could remain as an elective offered every other year or so. How necessary is client operating system class?
CPTR1170 Web Engineering I This course is an introduction to programming and maintaining professional Web pages for the business environment. Topics will include page design, authoring tools, accessibility issues and Web page and website development. Focus will be given to client-side programming languages such as HTML and JavaScript, Web server software, Web server maintenance and Internet protocols. Describe components of an URL. Describe the process of obtaining an Internet domain address. Describe the need for, and legal requirements of, Web site policies. Describe layouts, structure, design principles, and considerations for well-designed Web sites. Evaluate Web sites using principles of good format, structure, design, and programming practices. Install and configure Web page programming tools. Use current Web programming languages to create and maintain a Web page. Incorporate an e-mail link on a Web page. Incorporate internal and external hypertext links on a Web page. Incorporate tables on a Web page. Incorporate forms on a Web page. Create client-side scripting code to handle error checking in Web forms. Describe the security concerns of Web server administrators. Configure Web server software. Compare Web server operating systems and software. This could become a prerequisite for Web Security. A thought is teaching students what it is first, the how to build and secure at the same time.
CPTR1178 Robotics This course teaches basic robot building, programming and troubleshooting. The robot building includes working with multiple motors and sensors on a robot. The robot program includes working with a graphical and command line programing environment. Along with reading current literature about robotics, this class provides the student the fundamentals of robotics Examine current robot design. Manage a robot building schedule. Build robots to meet requirements. Manage robot motion systems. Manage robot sensor systems. Create robot control programs. Administer robot communication systems. Demonstrate troubleshooting skills. Design test procedures for robot systems. Manage robot power consumption. Describe current automation trends. Document robot operation. Yes, I continue to put off changing the name to Robotic Programming. This class is meant to support IoT education.
CPTR2224 Linux I This course deals with Linux installation, configuration and system administration. This course lays the groundwork for continued study of Linux Create Linux accounts. Manage Linux accounts. Prepare appropriate documentation. Analyze graphical environments. Write simple shell scripts. Manage application software. Manage security. Evaluate fault-tolerance solutions. Use appropriate software and commands. Manage printing. This class should begin moving toward the Linux + certification with scripting.
CPTR2234 Linux II The primary focus of this course is Linux networking, security, ethics and privacy. Manage network communication. Manage Internet services. Manage server services. Manage log files. Evaluate security solutions. Evaluate ethical choices. Manage system start up. Apply best practices to server operation. Manage messaging. Manage Linux client services. Manage Linux security.
CPTR2236 Network Security This course deals with the understanding of basic network security. Students learn how to manage systems to guard against various security threats. Identify network security threats. Administer encryption and authentication for wireless networks. Examine protecting advanced communications. Identify Web related threats. Perform network hardening. Examine e-mail threats. Configure VPNs for secure sessions. Analyze remote access security and social engineering threats. Identify software exploits. Examine major types of attacks on information systems. Identify the factors in a secure network strategy. Practice securing web communications utilizing SSL/TLS. Examine cryptography. Apply IPSec policies. Explore the basic computer forensics methods. Plan a patch management strategy for network servers. Analyze the role of firewalls, routers and switches in security. Examine intrusion detection systems The focus of this class needs changing/updating.
CPTR2245 Enterprise Network Technologies This course will introduce information technologies used in an enterprise network environment. Possible technologies the course will cover are SANs, virtualization, clustering, enterprise wireless, VPN connectivity, structured cabling and network management. The course will discuss how these technologies provide 24/7 availability and introduce the concept of green technologies. Analyze the cause and cost of network downtime. Develop strategies for high availability. Analyze SAN technology. Analyze server virtualization. Analyze active and passive server clustering. Evaluate concepts for cloud computing. Design an enterprise network. Implement server virtualization. Develop electronic documents supporting an enterprise network design. Evaluate options for green technologies.
CPTR2250 IT Supervised Occupational Experience This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to explore career paths in the information technology field while gaining practical work experience. Emphasis will be placed on the individual student's skills. This experiential learning allows the student to gain insight into one or more careers through job shadowing, service learning, volunteering, externships, work experience or a combination of these options. This class will provide career exploration information as well as work experience to help students identify their career goals and personal interests. Identify personal strengths and professional goals through a student learning plan. Locate an acceptable supervised occupational experience site in which to implement the student learning plan. Develop insight into a specific IT career though field experience. Develop skills and practices necessary to work in the field of information technology. Apply skills learned in the classroom setting to the field experience. Apply current and acquire new problem solving skills. Demonstrate personal accountability and professional ethical practices. Demonstrate effective communication skills in a professional environment. Demonstrate effective use of information technology in a work environment. Assess the field experience relative to career goals. Not every student is ready for an Internship. This class provides an option for a student that needs more guidance in a work situation.
CPTR2252 Microcomputer Systems Project Students utilize learning in previous courses to design and implement solutions to a business need. Activities include learning about current business practices and preparation for employment. Present a student-generated proposal. Investigate an emerging technology. Recommend fault-tolerance for critical information systems. Recommend methods for security. Maintain an information system. Construct an information system. Write a program based on specific design criteria. Evaluate software. Demonstrate a working information system solution. Produce deliverables within a predetermined deadline. Perform industry observations.
CPTR2262 Internet Protocol Version 6 This course teaches the management of systems using Internet Protocol Version 6. The emphasis is protocol management on networking devices Examine the development history of Internet Protocol Version 6. Examine the features of Internet Protocol Version 6. Manage Internet Protocol Version 6 address range. Configure multiple media types to use Internet Protocol Version 6. Administer network programs to use Internet Protocol version 6. Manage a Domain Name Service server. Configure a routing protocol for Internet Protocol Version 6. Manage the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol server. Analyze the security features of Internet Protocol Version 6. Analyze the mobility features of Internet Protocol Version 6. Examine Internet Protocol transition strategy. Demonstrate Internet Protocol troubleshooting ability. Should Cisco 1 be removed, then this class should replace the Cisco 2 class.
CPTR2272 Network Operating Systems This course teaches functions of a network operating system so the student can effectively maintain and manage a network. The student learns how to establish and oversee the operations of a network, create logins, design and establish directory structures and implement security. Manage network accounts and groups. Configure remote network access. Manage network services. Design network domain structures. Describe multi-domain network structures Create fault tolerant resource plans. Manage security settings and policies. Analyze network resource utilization. Document network configuration This class primarily follows the 70-410 exam requirements from Microsoft.
CPTR2294 Internship This course provides students with the opportunity to apply knowledge and skill sets learned in concurrent coursework. Students will perform activities in an employer-supervised industry setting that is consistent with program outcomes. Students also will utilize interpersonal communication skills within the context of applying knowledge and skill sets Assemble a plan to secure internship activities. Explain objectives of internship activities. Demonstrate written and verbal interpersonal communications skills. Apply interning organization's rules and regulations. Demonstrate knowledge of computer hardware and software. Demonstrate independent problem solving skills. Demonstrate time management skills. Create documentation summarizing projects encountered including problems and relevant solutions. Assess the overall benefit of the internship activities. Demonstrate effective information technology customer service skills
CPTR2296 Topics in Computers The goal of this course is to introduce students to a computer topic chosen from a wide range of classic and state-of-the-art research, techniques, systems and technologies in the field of computer programming or networking. Topics will vary each semester. Course may be repeated for credit with a change in subtitle Demonstrate awareness of the scope of the topic. Demonstrate knowledge of the use of the topic in a business context. Respond critically to systems using the topic. Create a system using the topic. Describe practical applications of the topic. Describe the topic's components. Implement the topic in conjunction with other computer technologies. Demonstrate the topic's concepts. Describe the topic.
CSCI1110 Informatics This course explores how data is gathered and analyzed and how it can be applied to information technology solutions to maximize the benefits of data analysis, including increases in the efficiency and productivity of information systems. Students will explore the social, ethical and personal implications of implementing information technologies and how information processes can impact business on a local and global level. Analyze and evaluate various data transmission methods. Analyze various Information Technology solutions for applicability in various environments. Evaluate data security systems in relation to current legal and social implications. Differentiate between authenticity and authority of different information sources. Identify and select factual information to provide a potential solution to a problem. Interpret and present data conclusions in an appropriate and logical manner for the audience. Organize a small group to evaluate various solutions presented from the data. Evaluate and understand data security methods in relation to legal and ethical requirements in selected regions of the world. Articulate the impact of Information Technology on personal ethics. Evaluate the impact of Information Technology on a chosen field of study
CSEC2204 Managing Directory Services This course is designed to further students' understanding of directory services. Directory services provide a central repository for the information available on the network. The student will learn that the first function of the directory is to provide information about objects in the directory including users and resources such as file shares, printers or email boxes. In addition, the student will learn that the information contained in the directory is crucial for the correct and secure operation of the network. Describe the structure of Active Directory. Describe the philosophy of directory services. Explain the role of Domain Name Services in Active Directory. Design an Active Directory architecture. Install Domain Name Services using current best practices. Implement Active Directory replication to current standards. Create an Active Directory auditing plan. Employ current authentication and authentication methods. Demonstrate proper management of objects. Monitor Active Directory performance. Demonstrate proper planning for disaster recovery. Apply software management using group policy. Implement group policy on Active Directory objects. Employ Active Directory operation masters. Troubleshoot Active Directory.
CSEC2210 Security Breaches and Countermeasures This course introduces the student to the various methodologies for attacking a network. The student will be introduced to concepts, principles and techniques, supplemented by hands-on exercises for attacking and disabling a network. The course will emphasize network attack methodologies with the emphasis on student use of network attack techniques and tools. Describe threats to and vulnerabilities of systems. Perform risk management functions. Plan a security assessment using current practices. Perform a security assessment using current practices. Utilize current tools to assess network security. Conduct a penetration test using current practices. Employ information reconnaissance techniques. Conduct an IT audit using current best practices. Implement countermeasures for networks. Complete written documentation of threats. Evaluate methods of non-network methods to gain network access. Analyze methods used by attackers to avoid detection. Conduct attacks on a controlled network. Demonstrate ethical behavior.
CSEC2212 Web Security This course will give students hands-on training in securing Web communications and websites. Students will learn the common vulnerabilities of websites, implementing e-business security policies, identifying security threats, developing countermeasures and managing the deployment of security solutions. Investigate current web technologies. Apply current web browser security best practices. Create web site virtual servers and directories. Manage web folders. Implement secure web communications with SSL. Troubleshoot web client connectivity. Implement effective logging. Employ web site authentication. Implement FTP server to current standards. Apply current best practices to secure an IIS server. Apply current best practices to secure an Apache server. Install IIS following current best practices. Install Apache web server following current best practices.
CSEC2222 Network Security Design This course will give the student the opportunity to conduct a vulnerability analysis on a network in order to practice or refine the attack methodologies with the hacker tools and techniques that the student was exposed to during the various program courses. The student must demonstrate the ability to design, plan and execute a vulnerability analysis against an organization network. The student must prepare a written report and mode of the security design, attack methodology, tools and techniques. Identify components of network security planning. Describe components of systems life cycle management. Conduct a network vulnerability analysis using current best practices. Implement a computer network. Construct a secure network framework. Implement security countermeasures using current best practices. Demonstrate ability to secure a network client to current best practices. Demonstrate ability to secure network resources to current best practices. Demonstrate ability to secure network server to current best practices. Implement a demilitarized zone. Demonstrate ethical behavior.
CSEC2228 Network Defense This course introduces the student to the various methodologies for defending the network. The student will be introduced to the concepts, principles, type and topologies of firewalls to include packet filtering, proxy firewalls, application gateways, circuit gateways and stateful inspection Outline physical security measures to current best practices. Identify personnel security practices and procedures. Explain software security best practices. Outline network security. Describe administrative security procedural controls. Define cryptosecurity. Indicate proper key management procedures. Interpret transmission security models. Name the elements of TEMPEST security. Complete firewall cryptography strategies. Distinguish firewall cryptography strategies. Construct a packet filtering firewall. Implement a proxy server.
CVNP2216 Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and IP Telephony This courses covers the theory, installation, configuration and monitoring of traditional voice communications systems and voice communications systems designed to operate over an IP (Internet Protocol) network. Today's data communications networks use IP for address assignment, traffic identification, quality of service and other features required to transport multiple signals over one data connection. Topics covered in this course include components of business communications systems, voicemail systems, call features, IP telephony call control protocols, codec algorithms and quality of service techniques. Analyze different voice and business communication systems. Describe features and options associated with a voice communication. Review the process to configure a voice system. Identify components used in a converged voice over IP system. Analyze protocols used in a voice over IP and IP telephony call set-up. Research security techniques used in a voice over IP and IP telephony. Analyze quality of service options for voice over IP. Research different traffic monitoring systems supporting voice over IP. Configure an Ethernet switch to support voice over IP security and quality of service. Troubleshoot converged IP telephony and voice over IP systems. Demonstrate effective and efficient communications to achieve desired results.