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Chabot College: Information Technology — Cyber Security

Term 1 — Fall

3 courses9 credits

CAS 50

Introduction to Computer Application Systems

Major
3 credits

CAS 74

Introduction to Linux/Unix

Major
3 credits
Prerequisites

CAS 92A

CCNA1 Introduction to Networks

Major
3 credits
Prerequisites

Student Educational Plan

Make a counseling appointment to develop your SEPC (comprehensive student educational plan).

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Tutoring

Get tutoring and academic support early in the semester.

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Financial Aid

Apply for financial aid for next year (FAFSA or CADAA). The priority deadline is March 2nd.

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Term 2 — Spring

2 courses7 credits

CAS 69

Introduction to Information Systems Security (Security+)

Major
3 credits
Prerequisites

CAS 83

Information & Communication Technology Essentials

Major
4 credits
Prerequisites

Review your SEP in DegreeWorks

Check in with your Counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for Summer/Fall.

Milestone

Career Exploration & Preparation

Visit the Career Center to learn about jobs/internships and meet with a career counselor.

Milestone

Term 3 — Fall

1 course3 credits

CAS 75

Introduction to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking (Whitehat Hacker)

Major
3 credits
Prerequisites

Financial Aid

Apply for financial aid if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.

Milestone

Review your SEP in DegreeWorks

Check in with your Counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for Spring classes.

Milestone

Term 4 — Spring

1 course3 credits

CAS 76

Wireshark, TCP/IP Network Analysis

Major
3 credits
Prerequisites

Graduation

Submit “Request for Degree” form to Admissions & Records by April 1st

Milestone

Update your SEP if needed

See a counselor if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.

Milestone

Program 1/1:
Chabot College: Information Technology — Cyber Security — Certificate of Achievement

22 credits

Term 1 — Fall | 9 credits

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
CAS 50	Introduction to Computer Application Systems	Major	3 credits
CAS 74	Introduction to Linux/Unix	Major	3 credits
CAS 92A	CCNA1 Introduction to Networks	Major	3 credits
Student Educational Plan	Make a counseling appointment to develop your SEPC (comprehensive student educational plan).	Milestone	- n/a
Tutoring	Get tutoring and academic support early in the semester.	Milestone	- n/a
Financial Aid	Apply for financial aid for next year (FAFSA or CADAA). The priority deadline is March 2nd.	Milestone	- n/a

Term 2 — Spring | 7 credits

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
CAS 69	Introduction to Information Systems Security (Security+)	Major	3 credits
CAS 83	Information & Communication Technology Essentials	Major	4 credits
Review your SEP in DegreeWorks	Check in with your Counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for Summer/Fall.	Milestone	- n/a
Career Exploration & Preparation	Visit the Career Center to learn about jobs/internships and meet with a career counselor.	Milestone	- n/a

Term 3 — Fall | 3 credits

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
CAS 75	Introduction to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking (Whitehat Hacker)	Major	3 credits
Financial Aid	Apply for financial aid if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.	Milestone	- n/a
Review your SEP in DegreeWorks	Check in with your Counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for Spring classes.	Milestone	- n/a

Term 4 — Spring | 3 credits

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
CAS 76	Wireshark, TCP/IP Network Analysis	Major	3 credits
Graduation	Submit “Request for Degree” form to Admissions & Records by April 1st	Milestone	- n/a
Update your SEP if needed	See a counselor if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.	Milestone	- n/a

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