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Cybersecurity Networking Academy

Would you like to solve cyber crimes such as identity theft? Would you like to learn how computer networks are created? Are you curious about how computers work inside?

The Cybersecurity Networking Academy consists of two pathways - Computer Networking and Cyber Ops. Both pathways prepare students for entry positions or further study in the cybersecurity arena. The courses cover computer hardware, software, operating systems, fundamental and advanced networking, and cybersecurity-related threats and mitigation techniques. Students gain in-depth knowledge and practical application experience and demonstrate their ability to analyze cyber threats by using networking devices, simulation tools, software, and by participating in competitions. These courses prepare students to obtain CompTIA and Cisco CCNA Certifications.

Location

Applications and Research Laboratory (ARL)
10920 Clarksville Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21042

Grades

11-12

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Industry Recognized Credentials

Upon completion of the Computer Networking pathway experience, students will be prepared to take CompTIA and Cisco certification exams.

College Credit

Students who successfully complete all Cybersecurity Networking pathway coursework are eligible for credits at Howard Community College.

Pathway Options

Computer Networking Pathway

Students have the opportunity to sit for the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) and have the option to take the CompTIA Net+ and CISCO Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) certification exams.

Cyber Ops

Students have the opportunity to sit for the CompTIA A+ and Net+ certification exams. Students will have the option of completing a worksite experience in a computer repair or networking field

Successful Academy Students:

  • Maintain a C average in all academy coursework.
  • Participate in student conferences and job shadowing.
  • Complete a large-scale networking project during the senior year.
  • Consider taking the CISCO Certified Network Associate Exam.
  • Practice making responsible decisions to be better prepared for security clearance and background checks required in cybersecurity and computer networking career fields.

Academy Sequence

Completion of this academy fulfills the “Program Choice” requirement for graduation.
Academy First Course (2 Credits) Second Course (3 Credits)
Cybersecurity Networking Cybersecurity Computer Essentials CT-790-2
OR
Cybersecurity and Computer Networking I – G/T CT-685-2 		Cybersecurity Networking Essentials - Honors CT-792-3
OR
Cybersecurity and Computer Networking II – G/T CT-695-3