Iforce cte stem cyber security track

(Institute for Cybersecurity Education)

CTE STEM Cyber Security Track

2015- 2016 School Year

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Executive Summary

Computer Systems Technology (Freshman Year)

Fall & Spring Semesters – Computer Systems Technology 2 “CompTIA A+” (1 Credit)

Student Learning Outcomes:

You will be able to:

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  Identify the hardware components of a computer.
  
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  Identify the basic components and functions of an operating system.
  
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  Identify the operational procedures that should be followed by PC technicians.
  
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  Identify and configure peripheral components.
  
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  Manage system components.
  
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  Identify and configure operating systems.
  
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  Identify the hardware and software requirements for custom client environments.
  
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  Identify network technologies.
  
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  Identify, configure, and maintain SOHO networks.
  
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  Support laptops.
  
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  Configure mobile computing devices.
  
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  Support printers.
  
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  Implement concepts and techniques used to secure computing devices and environments.
  
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  Troubleshoot hardware components.
  
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  Troubleshoot system-wide issues.
  

Suggested Student Certification Outcomes

Testout PC Pro Certification

Computer Network Software Operations (Sophomore Year)

Fall Semester – Computer Network Software Operations “CompTIA Network+”

Student Learning Outcomes:

You will be able to:

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  Configuring network hardware, topologies, and cabling
  
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  Connecting multiple Ethernet components
  
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  Installing and configuring routers and switches
  
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  Working with TCP/IP applications and network protocols
  
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  Configuring IPv6 routing protocols
  
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  Setting up clients and servers for remote access
  
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  Configuring wireless networks
  
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  Securing networks with firewalls, NAT, port filtering, packet filtering, and other methods
  
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  Implementing virtualization
  
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  Building a SOHO network
  
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  Managing and troubleshooting networks
  
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  Building a network with the OSI and TCP/IP models
  

Suggested Student Certification Outcomes

Testout Network Pro Certification

Spring Semester –Computer Network Software Operations cont. – “CompTIA Security+”

Student Learning Outcomes:

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  Identify the fundamental concepts of computer security.
  
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  Identify security threats and vulnerabilities.
  
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  Examine network security.
  
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  Manage application, data, and host security.
  
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  Identify access control and account management security measures.
  
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  Manage certificates.
  
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  Identify compliance and operational security measures.
  
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  Manage risk.
  
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  Manage security incidents.
  
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  Develop a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP).
  

Certification Outcomes

ISC² SCCP

Programming (Junior Year)

Fall Semester – Programming C++

Student Learning Outcomes:

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  Program at a beginner level
  
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  Explain the Problem-Solving Process
  
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  Distinguish among a Variable and Constant
  
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  Complete the Problem-Solving Process
  
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  Include the Selection Structure in Pseudocode and a Flowchart
  
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  Include Nested and Multiple-Alternative Selection in Pseudocode and a Flowchart
  
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  Differentiate between a Pretest loop and a Posttest loop
  
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  Include a Posttest loop in Pseudocode and a Flowchart
  
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  Create and Invoke Value-Returning Functions
  
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  Create Program-Defined Void Functions
  
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  Declare and Use One-dimensional Arrays
  
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  Declare and Initialize Two-dimensional Array
  
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  Utilize Strings
  
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  Open Read Write and Close Sequential Access Files
  

Certification Outcomes

Spring Semester –Programming Java

Student Learning Outcomes

You will be able to:

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  Write your first Java Program
  
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  Use Java Syntax
  
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  Use Data Types
  
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  Use Operators
  
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  Compare Objects
  
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  Control the flow of Logic
  
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  Develop Objects
  
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  Specify Relationships between Objects
  
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  Write a User Interface
  
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  Write and Read Files
  
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  Write and Read XML
  
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  Create Animation
  
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  Debug with Eclipse
  
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  Make a Computer Game
  
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  Use Garbage Collection
  
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  Use Recursion
  
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  Use Generis and Regular Expressions
  

Certification Outcomes

Advanced Computer Network Software Operations (Junior Year)

Fall Semester – Advanced Computer Network Software Operations “Windows”

Student Learning Outcomes

You will be able to:

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  Install Upgrade and Migrate to Windows 7 and 8
  
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  Deploy Windows 7
  
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  Configure Hardware and Applications
  
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  Configure Network Connectivity
  
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  Configure Access to Resources
  
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  Configure Mobile Computing
  
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  Monitor and Maintain Systems running Windows 7 and 8
  
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  Configure Backup and Recovery Options
  
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  Install and configure servers
  
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  Configure server roles and features
  
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  Configure Hyper-V
  
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  Deploy and configure core network services
  
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  Install and administer Active Directory
  
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  Create and manage Group Policy
  

Certification Outcomes

TestOut’s Windows Client Pro

Microsoft (MS 70-410) Windows Server Pro: Install & Configure

Spring – Advanced Computer Network Software Operations “Linux”

Student Learning Outcomes

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  Determine and Configure Hardware Settings
  
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  Boot the System
  
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  Change Runlevels and Shutdown or Reboot System
  
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  Design Hard Disk Layout
  
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  Install a Boot Manager
  
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  Manage Shared Libraries
  
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  Use Debian Package Management
  
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  Use RPM and YUM Package Management
  
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  Use GNU and Unix Commands
  
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  Process Text Streams Using Filters
  
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  Perform Basic File Management
  
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  Use Streams Pipes and Redirects
  
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  Create Monitor and Kill Processes
  
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  Modify Process Execution Priorities
  
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  Search Text Files Using Regular Expressions
  
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  Perform Basic File Editing Operations using Vi
  
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  Create Partitions and Filesystems
  
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  Maintain the Integrity of Filesystems
  
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  Control Mounting and Unmounting of Filesystems
  
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  Manage Disk Quotas
  
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  Manage File Permissions and Ownership
  
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  Create and Change Hard and Symbolic Links
  
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  Find System Files and Place Files in the Correct Location
  

Certification Outcomes

CompTIA Linux+

Senior Project/Internship & Advanced Programming (Senior Year)

Fall/Spring – Senior Project and Internship

The students will intern and journal their productivity, meeting as a class on a weekly basis to discuss their experiences.

If no internship program is available students will work on a senior project

Certification Outcomes

There are no certifications related to this course.

Alternatives to Certifications:

Internship or Senior Project

Advanced Programming (Senior Year)

Fall – Advanced Programming - Python

Student Learning Outcomes

You will be able to:

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  Program in Python
  
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  Use basic programming principles
  
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  Use basic data structures
  
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  Solve a programming problem using the processes and skills required implement a solution using Python
  

Certification Outcomes

There are no certifications related to this course, however students will have a portfolio of programs developed.

Spring – Advanced Programming – EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker

Using the Python programming language this class will immerse the students into a hands-on environment where they will be shown how to conduct penetration testing. They will be exposed to an entirely different way of achieving optimal information security posture in their organization. They will scan, test, penetrate and secure their own systems. The lab intensive environment gives each student in-depth knowledge and practical experience with the current essential security systems. Students will begin by understanding how perimeter defenses work and then be lead into scanning and attacking their own networks, no real network is harmed. Students then learn how intruders escalate privileges and what steps can be taken to secure a system. Students will also learn about Intrusion Detection, Policy Creation, Social Engineering, DDoS Attacks, Buffer Overflows, Virus Creation and others. EC-Council textbook on CEHv8 will be used in this course.

Student Learning Outcomes

You will be able to:

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  Apply countermeasures to secure your system against threats
  
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  Test access to your data using ethical hacking techniques
  
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  Implement real-world hacking techniques to test system security
  
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  Employ complex tools to identify and analyze your company’s risks and weaknesses
  
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  Find vulnerabilities in a network infrastructure
  
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  Scan system resources with advanced IP scanners
  
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  Hide messages with image steganography
  
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  Hack a web server by manipulating input
  
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  Test for XSS in a web application
  
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  Detect intrusions using Snort
  
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  Encrypt data to prevent unauthorized access.
  

Certification Outcomes

EC –Council C|EH v8 Certification

Additional recommended courses of studies

Introduction to Logic

Study of correct reasoning, including the recognition, analysis, and criticism of arguments; relevant topics include informal fallacies, syllogistic reasoning, and systems of deduction. Each one of us wants to think clearly and correctly.  Logic helps us to do this by studying the forms that valid reasoning takes.  This course will treat both informal and formal logic.  We will cover common rhetorical fallacies, classical syllogistic logic, and propositional logic.  The course aims to provide students with the tools needed to improve their critical thinking and inference skills.

Design and Analysis of Algorithms

In this course you will learn several fundamental principles of algorithm design: divide-and-conquer methods, graph algorithms, practical data structures (heaps, hash tables, search trees), randomized algorithms, and more.

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