MSCS626 Network Security and Next-Gen Firewalls with AI

College of Technology Cybersecurity Department

Course Description: This course examines how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping cybersecurity as both a powerful defense tool and a potential attack method. Students gain hands-on experience with Python, AI-driven detection, and the Wazuh security platform while analyzing real-world incidents and ethical challenges. By the end of the course, students will be able to evaluate risks, apply AI in defensive strategies, and assess the ethical implications of AI in security.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: All of: MSCS501, MSCS525

Corequisites: None

CYB380 Network Scripting

College of Technology Cybersecurity Department

Course Description: This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to efficiently operate, manage, and scale an organization's dynamic IT infrastructure. Students will learn to write and use state-of-the-art tools that generate efficient interaction with standard network protocols and effectively manage complex network systems.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: All of: CST200

Corequisites: None

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CIS321 Network Scripting

College of Technology Cybersecurity Department

Course Description: This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to efficiently operate, manage, and scale an organization's dynamic IT infrastructure. Students will learn to write and use state-of-the-art tools that generate efficient interaction with standard network protocols and effectively manage complex network systems.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: Any of: CIS123, CIS126

Corequisites: None

CYB330L Network Routing and Switching LAB

College of Technology Cybersecurity Department

Course Description: This course will provide students with the knowledge of routers and switches by simulating the configuration of a small business network in a LAN, WAN environment. Students will learn how to analyze, plan, configure, and administer the router and switch devices and services to support network availability. Students will also use routing protocols that support both IPv4 and IPv6.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Prerequisites: All of: CYB320

Corequisites: None

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CIS207L Network Routing and Switching Lab

College of Technology Cybersecurity Department

Course Description: This course will provide students with the knowledge of routers and switches by simulating the configuration of a small business network in a LAN, WAN environment. Students will learn how to analyze, plan, configure, and administer the router and switch devices and services to support network availability. Students will also use routing protocols that support both IPv4 and IPv6.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Prerequisites: All of: CIS204

Corequisites: None

CYB200L Network Protocols and Services Lab

College of Technology Cybersecurity Department

Course Description: This hands-on lab course teaches students to design, implement, and troubleshoot network solutions. Using real and simulated environments, students will configure network devices, analyze traffic, and resolve connectivity issues. The course reinforces TCP/IP protocols, network services, and security best practices, preparing students to manage modern networks.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Prerequisites: Any of: CST160

Corequisites: CYB200

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CIS225 Network Protocols and Services

College of Technology Cybersecurity Department

Course Description: This course will provide students with a technical review of network protocols, infrastructure, and services. Given various sized networks, student will learn to design solutions based on TCP/IP. Students will also learn to implement and troubleshoot common issues found in modern networks.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: All of: CIS150

Corequisites: None

CYB200 Network Protocols and Services

College of Technology Cybersecurity Department

Course Description: The course will provide students with a technical review of network protocols, infrastructure, and services. Given various sized networks, students will learn to design solutions based on TCP/IP. Students will also learn to implement and troubleshoot common issues found in modern networks.

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: All of: CST160

Corequisites: None

SUR285 National Certifying Examination Prep

College of Health Science Surgical Technology Department

Course Description: This course provides the student with an overview of the entire Surgical Technology curriculum and prepares the student for the National Certifying Examination. The course will include learn test taking strategies. Students will work in the lab to review and enforce technical skills that will be used in the field.

Credit Hours: 4.00

Prerequisites: Completion of all other required courses in the AASST program

Corequisites: None

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MED244 National Certification Exam Prep

College of Health Science Medical Assisting Department

Course Description: This course provides Medical Administration degree students with a systematic and structured study environment in preparation for the national certification examination. This course is designed as an academic review. Students will learn the steps necessary to become nationally certified.

Credit Hours: 1.00

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None