Computer Forensics and Information Security - Undergraduate Certificate

The Computer Forensics and Information Security undergraduate certificate provides an introduction to information security and incident response, forensic preparation and data recovery and analysis.

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Computer Forensics and Information Security undergraduate certificate

5X��’s Undergraduate Certificate in Computer Forensics and Information Security equips students with essential skills to address the growing challenges in cybersecurity and digital forensics.

Program Information for Computer Forensics and Information Security - Undergraduate Certificate

Admissions for Computer Forensics and Information Security - Undergraduate Certificate

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

Kent State campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning a minimum 71 TOEFL iBT score, minimum 6.0 IELTS score, minimum 47 PTE score or minimum 100 DET score, or by completing the ELS level 112 Intensive English Program. For more information on international admission visit the admissions website for international students.

For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

Examples of Possible Jobs and Salaries*

Computer and information systems managers

15.2% much faster than the average
667,100 number of jobs
$171,200 potential earnings

Computer network architects

11.9% much faster than the average
179,200 number of jobs
$130,390 potential earnings

Computer network support specialists

1.8% slower than the average
152,700 number of jobs
$73,340 potential earnings

Information security analysts

28.5% much faster than the average
182,800 number of jobs
$124,910 potential earnings

Network and computer systems administrators

-4.2% decline
331,500 number of jobs
$96,800 potential earnings

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Articulate core competency in computer security-related topics.
Describe the scope of the information security field and its impact on information technology.
Identify and analyze security risks to determine potential impacts.
Work with a team to develop plans to mitigate security risks.
Identify and complete work using professional, legal and ethical behavior.
Define steps of forensic investigations and proper chain of command techniques.
List common tools used to perform forensic investigations.

Coursework

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Program Requirements
Graduation Requirements

Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Course List
Code	Title	Credit Hours
Certificate Requirements
CRIM 26704	ISSUES IN LAW AND SOCIETY (KSS)	3
IT 11005	INTRODUCTION TO OPERATING SYSTEMS AND NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY	3
IT 11009	COMPUTER ASSEMBLY AND CONFIGURATION	3
IT 21002	NETWORK SETUP AND CONFIGURATION	3
IT 36320	COMPUTER FORENSICS	3
IT 36330	NETWORK SECURITY FUNDAMENTALS	3
IT 46331	NETWORK SECURITY AND FIREWALLS	3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:		21

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements Summary - Certificates
Minimum Certificate GPA	Minimum Overall GPA
2.500	2.000

Examples of Possible Jobs and Salaries for Computer Forensics and Information Security - Undergraduate Certificate

Those who complete the Undergraduate Certificate in Computer Forensics and Information Security at 5X�� can benefit from specialized career opportunities in this expanding industry.

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