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  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces students to the basics of network security principles, including authentication methods, malicious code, network and wireless security techniques to safeguard against intrusions on file transfer services, e-mail, web applications. Students learn how this field relates to other areas of information technology. Students gain network security practice using hands-on lab exercises. This course prepares students for COMPTIA's security certification exam and an entry-level information security position in the IT field. 3 hours lecture: open laboratory Prerequisite: CIS 180
  • 4.00 Credits

    Introduces the field of Computer Forensics with a comprehensive study of computer forensics and investigation tools and techniques. The course introduces the students to computer forensics and investigations and how they relate to corporate, civil and criminal investigations. Students are introduced to the overall investigative process, digital evidence preservation, image recovery, email investigations, network defense and countermeasures techniques. Students will use several computer forensic tools. The course provides a range of laboratory and hands-on assignments that teach students about theory as well as the practical application of computer forensic investigation. The course is mapped to the objectives of the international Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (ACIS) certification. 4 hours lecture: open laboratory Prerequisites: CIS 286 and CJ 105
  • 3.00 Credits

    A study of relational database design concepts using the entity-relationship model, and database management using SQL Server. Students are exposed to the major objects such as tables, indexes, and views and database design topics such as data normalization. Students will learn how to create and maintain a database as well as perform simple queries using Structured Query Language (SQL). Students will be able to run Access and SQL Server to complete several database projects during the open lab hours. 3 hours lecture; open laboratory Prerequisite: CIS 125
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students are employed in approved positions in the computer field. Students may already be employed or may seek the help of the Cooperative Education Department in securing positions. There is, however, no guarantee of placement. In conjunction with the employers and the faculty, students establish challenging learning objectives. Objectives must be related to the students' majors and be pursued in the job environment during a 15-week semester equivalent to a minimum of 210 hours. Supervision is provided by the College through on-the-job visits and individual progress review sessions. Students attend a weekly, one-hour seminar on campus. Prerequisites: GPA of 2.0 and (CIS 160 or CIS 165)
  • 2.00 Credits

    Students will intern in an approved position in the computer field. The Computer & Information Sciences Dept will secure the internships, which can be paid and / or unpaid position. Students may already be employed full time but they must be part or full time PCCC students. In conjunction with the employers and the faculty, students establish challenging learning objectives which are to be achieved during the semester. Students will work at the job site for a minimal of 8 hours per week. Supervision is provided by the College through on-the-job visits and individual progress review sessions. Students attend a bi-weekly, one-hour seminar on campus and a bi-weekly, one hour review of activities at the employer's site. The individual must be selected by the cooperating employer and recommended by the chairperson of the Computer & Information Sciences Department. Prerequisite: 30 College credits (with 12 credits in CIS courses)
  • 1.00 Credits

    Under the guidance of a faculty advisor, students in their final semester will be required to use the full scope of their academic training to design and develop an individual project appropriate for their option. The project will entail system documentation, design, writing, user manuals, and other support materials. The student will be required to present the results of the project at various stages. There will be a final presentation made to the faculty who will critique the project's content, approach, and degree of professionalism on the basis of program outcomes and scoring rubric. Prerequisites: Business Technology Option: CIS 126 and CIS 127 and CIS 202; Network Administration Option: CIS 282 and CIS 202; User Support Services Option: CIS 116 and CIS 202; Web Technology Option: CIS 271 and CIS 202
  • 3.00 Credits

    Study of law enforcement agencies, their role, function, history, and development within the field of criminal justice. A prerequisite for all other criminal justice courses. 3 hours lecture
  • 3.00 Credits

    Study of the organization and function of law enforcement agencies of various sizes, communication within the agencies and with other agencies, police morals, public relations, and current trends in law enforcement administration. 3 hours lecture Prerequisite: CJ 101 or CJ 111
  • 3.00 Credits

    Study of the major factors contributing to offenses committed by juveniles and younger offenders; society's response to the problem of delinquency and how youth crime is treated; Family Court provisions and criminal procedure laws relating to youthful offenders. 3 hours lecture Prerequisite: CJ 101 or CJ 111
  • 4.00 Credits

    Study of the techniques and procedures of criminal investigation, the methods of crime prevention, and the use and acceptance of informants and electronic surveillance. Topics include information retrieval, recognition, development and preservation of material evidence, and interview and interrogation techniques. 4 hours lecture Prerequisite: CJ 101 or CJ 111
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