Become a network technician, test engineer, or systems analyst!
Coastline College's Computer Service Technology Department is one of the most vibrant and innovative computer training providers in the Southland. CST courses cover everything from the basics (like CompTIA A+, Server+, Network+, and Security+) and the major operating systems (including Linux and Microsoft) to the systems like Cisco and wireless networking that tie them all together. There are also specializations to enhance one's career, such as Computer Forensics, Ethical Hacking, Windows Server Administration, and Virtualization.
Join us to improve your hands-on skills or learn new ones. With both face-to-face and online classes, you can choose the class style that is most appropriate for you and your schedule.
Learn how to apply data and make inferences about online behavior that will impact decision-making for business and organizations.
Coastline offers a variety of courses and state-of-the-art computer labs where you can take certification exams and prepare for a career in computer networking.
The future of Cybersecurity careers is brighter than ever. You can help organizations protect consumer data and defend against cyberattacks. Cybersecurity Specialists are in extremely high demand with nearly half a million job openings in cybersecurity. You can learn in-demand technical skills from industry experts - while earning a degree or certificate in Cybersecurity from Coastline College. Online, any time.
"I had the privilege of taking a couple of your classes last year. I was able to complete my Associate's degree in Cybersecurity at Coastline and this year I passed the GIAC GSEC as well as the CISSP. Thank you for all your guidance!" -Michael Shin, Coastline student
Department Chair Tobi West, CISSP, GCFE, CCFE, is a professor of the Computer Information Systems (CIS) and Computer Service Technology (CST) department, which has been recognized as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security.
The CST & CIS Department was designated a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security in 2014. Our courses align with the knowledge units of the NICE Workforce Framework, providing students with the skills needed to work in today's cybersecurity and computer networking roles.
"I learned a lot and am super excited to continue in this path. Thank you for making it understandable and accessible and for advocating for more women and people of color in tech."
Coastline College's GenCyber Teachers Summer Camp in Garden Grove, CA was a one-week, non-residential camp for high school teachers, counselors, and librarians. Cybersecurity career and education pathways were the program focus throughout the week, and campers had the opportunity to meet with cybersecurity professionals to discuss cyber careers and real-world cyber scenarios encountered by people working in the field. At the end of the week, teachers presented an overview of the cybersecurity lessons they had developed for their classrooms with an anticipated reach of over 3,200 K-12 students this academic year.
More information can be found on the CyberTech Girls website re: Teachers Camp.
Coastline's GenCyber Girls Summer Camp 2021 was focused on law enforcement and digital forensics. Campers learned how to examine digital evidence using forensics software throughout the week. Support from local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies provided students with a greater understanding of career opportunities. Coastline's Cybersecurity faculty look forward to many more successful outreach activities featuring guest speakers that raise awareness about cybersecurity and law enforcement careers.
More information can be found on the CyberTech Girls website.
Tobi West, CISSP, GCFE, CCFE, Dept. Chair
P: 714.241.6209 x17338