Prerequisite (classes you must take first): Completion of Eng/Lang 2 and Integrated Math 2 (or equivalent)
Certifications/Awards Offered:
IT Specialist: Network Security
CompTIA: IT Security+
Front Range Community College Credit:
CNG 1036 IT Disaster to Recovery (3 credits)
Length of class: Semester
Credit: 1.0
Some of the projects that students will work on in this class include:
Firewall Deployment Challenge: Design and execute a comprehensive firewall deployment plan for a simulated network. Navigate through the installation process, ensuring the correct placement of firewalls to protect critical assets. Demonstrate your ability to implement security measures effectively.
Firewall Technology Evaluation: Conduct a thorough evaluation of various firewall technologies. Compare their features, advantages, and limitations. Present your findings along with recommendations for selecting the most suitable firewall technology based on specific network requirements.
Firewall Troubleshooting Simulator: Engage in a simulated firewall troubleshooting scenario. Identify and resolve common issues that may arise in firewall configurations. Develop a troubleshooting guide and share your insights on effective problem-solving in firewall security.
Network Security Enhancement Proposal: Collaborate on creating a network security enhancement proposal for an organization. Assess the existing security measures, recommend improvements, and highlight the role of firewalls in fortifying the network. Emphasize intelligent technology choices to meet the organization's cybersecurity needs.
Real-World Firewall Case Study: Explore real-world cases where organizations faced cybersecurity challenges related to firewall security. Analyze these cases, identify the root causes of security breaches, and propose strategic solutions to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Cybersecurity Enthusiasts: If you're a young tech aficionado intrigued by the intricacies of cybersecurity and aspire to specialize in network firewall security, this course is tailored for you. Join a community of learners ready to fortify digital defenses.
Tech Explorers: Whether you're embarking on your cybersecurity journey or seeking to deepen your expertise, Cyber Security 2 is designed for tech explorers eager to master firewall technologies and troubleshooting techniques.
Future Cybersecurity Defenders: If your ambition is to become a cybersecurity professional with a focus on safeguarding networks through advanced firewall strategies, this course is an integral part of your training.
Security-Savvy Individuals: Those who recognize the significance of network firewall security, want to understand the deployment intricacies and aim to troubleshoot effectively to maintain robust cybersecurity measures.
This course will be offered at the new Ranum campus beginning in the Fall of 2024. Students will be provided one-way transportation and the course will be double-blocked in either the morning or afternoon. Students will sign a contract committing to participation in the entirety of the course.
Students may be able to earn core credit through engagement in these courses.