Program Details

Career Studies Certificate in Cybersecurity and Network Fundamentals

Career Studies Certificate

Southwest Virginia Community College

This program is included in: G3

Information Technology and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Career Studies Certificate prepares students for introductory IT knowledge and skills and to recognize, prevent and defend against threats to information and information systems.

Outcomes

Perform general computer security workplace competencies. Perform training tasks for certification preparation, career exploration and personal career readiness. Describe the origin, structure, and history of the Internet. Install, configure, use, manage, and troubleshoot microcomputer operating systems. Demonstrate and implement a fundamental proficiency in understanding computer-networking concepts.

Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree	Certificate can be completed completely online if needed. Completed in one semester.
Considerations When Selecting Courses	Course work should be completed in the order it appears in the catalog. Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year Connect with an advisor at your community college and Southwest Virginia Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses	ITN106 and ITN107: CompTIA A+ Certification Opportunity, BUS106: CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification Opportunity, ITN101: CompTIA Network+ Certification Opportunity, ITN260: CompTIA Security+ Certification Opportunity
Doing More With Your Degree	Easily add as a stackable Career Study Certificate to the Network Administration Career Study Certificate which focuses on the Microsoft Certified Professional and Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator certifications.
Program Successes & Highlights	Program is completed easily in one term and contains opportunity to obtain CompTIA IT Fundamentals, A+, Network+ and Security + certifications. Students gain experience in computer repair and software installation.

Related Programs & Certifications

On Completion You Are Ready For

Credential

Career Studies Certificate in Cybersecurity

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Program Credit Requirements

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What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School	No
Credit for Prior Learning
Did You Know That...	Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree? Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Southwest Virginia Community College

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Number of Transfer Students

747

Percent of Accepted Transfer Students

100%, AV GPA 3.07

College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	Annual HC 3120, Transfer in per semester 97, Av Class size 12, Limited Foundation Owned Housing
Transfer Student Catalog Year	Summer, Fall , Spring is a catalog year
First Year Student Catalog Year	Summer, Fall , Spring is a catalog year
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Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution	Title	Degree	Award Name	Award Level	Delivery Mode
Germanna Community College	Associate in Science Degree in Engineering	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Blue Ridge Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer & Electronics Tec	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid, Online
Blue Ridge Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Computer and Electronics Technology: Secure Computer Networking	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid, Online
Central Virginia Community College	AAS in Computer and Electronics Technology - Computer Networking	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Networking Technology	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
New River Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering Technology	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering Technology Degree	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Tidewater Community College	Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology (Programming and Logic Control)	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person
Tidewater Community College	Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology (Industrial and Business Management)	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person
Tidewater Community College	Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology (Renewable Energy Technologies)	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person
Tidewater Community College	Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology (Fiber and Data Cabling)	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person
Tidewater Community College	Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology (Occupational Safety)	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person

Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code	Name	Description	Parent
17-3021.00	Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians	Operate, install, adjust, and maintain integrated computer/communications systems, consoles, simulators, and other data acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment, which are used to launch, track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. May record and interpret test data.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3028.00	Calibration Technologists and Technicians	Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3023.00	Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians	Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3012.00	Electrical and Electronics Drafters	Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for the manufacture, installation, or repair of electrical equipment.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
49-2095.00	Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay	Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.	Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
17-3024.00	Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians	Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3024.01	Robotics Technicians	Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations

Cost To Complete

This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 18 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Plan Name Not Provided at Southwest Virginia Community College These costs are based on an estimated 1 semesters or 0.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category		Cost	Basis	Cost (To You)	Estimated Benefits	Net Cost	Notes
Tuition		$175	Per Credit	$3,150	$0	$3,150	168.30 tuition per credit and 6.75 comprehensive fee per credit

*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.

Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:

You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.

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